Stay – The Amara Farm & Retreat

Escape to 43 Acres of Southern Maryland Serenity

COME STAY AT THE AMARA

Where luxury meets nature and every day feels like a retreat. Book your private getaway on our exclusive estate—romantic weekends, family vacations, personal retreats, and escapes from the everyday.

The Amara isn’t a hotel. It’s a private 43-acre estate in Southern Maryland where you can truly unplug, reconnect, and breathe. Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, planning a family vacation, seeking a creative retreat, or simply need to escape the noise—our thoughtfully appointed accommodations and stunning natural setting provide the perfect sanctuary.

Wake up to birdsong. Spend days exploring 43 acres. End evenings by the fire pit under the stars.

This is what a real getaway feels like.

THE AMARA MAIN HOUSE

Your Private Estate Experience

Five bedrooms and a bonus room. Four baths. Your home away from home with room for 20+ guests.

Perfect for:

Multi-family vacations (2-4 families)
Extended family getaways
Friend group retreats
Multi-generational celebrations

Highlights:

5 bedrooms and a bonus room, 4 baths (including spa bathroom with jetted tub)
Full chef’s kitchen
Living and family rooms
Sunroom for morning coffee
Multiple decks and outdoor seating
Everyone under one roof—no separate hotel rooms

Starting at $1,200/night

2-night minimum weekends | 3-night minimum holidays

THE GREENWOOD GUEST HOUSE

Intimate Luxury for Two

Your private couples’ retreat with one bedroom, modern amenities, and 43 acres to explore.

Perfect for:

Romantic getaways and anniversaries
Honeymoons and babymoons
Solo creative retreats
Weekend escapes
Sleeps up 4

Highlights:

1 bedroom, 1 bath
Private entrance and deck
Kitchenette
Complete privacy
Access to all property amenities

Starting at $600/night

2-night minimum weekends | 3-night minimum holidays

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EVERY STAY

✓ Exclusive use of your accommodation
✓ Access to all 43 acres
✓ Pool access (Memorial Day-Labor Day)
✓ Hot tub and fire pit
✓ Lawn games and outdoor equipment

✓ WiFi throughout property
✓ Linens, towels, toiletries
✓ Coffee, tea, kitchen basics

Family Activities

Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House Museum (25 mins) – Civil War history
Port Tobacco Courthouse (10 mins) – Historic site
Friendship Farm Park (25 mins) – Splash park, playgrounds (summer)

Local pick-your-own farms (seasonal, 15-30 mins) – Strawberries, pumpkins
Charles County Fair (annual, summer) – Local tradition
Outdoor recreation – Hiking, biking, fishing throughout the area

Dining & Local Flavor

Blue Dog Saloon (10 mins) – Port Tobacco local favorite known for jumbo lump crab cakes, prime rib, Southern Maryland comfort food, outdoor seating
The Charles Restaurant & Bar (20 mins) – Farm-to-table dining in La Plata with seasonal menus, locally sourced ingredients, crafted cocktails
La Plata (20 mins) – Charles County seat with restaurants, cafes, shops

Farmers markets (various locations, weekends) – Local vendors spring through fall
Waterfront seafood (30-45 mins) – Fresh Chesapeake Bay seafood restaurants
Waldorf (30 mins) – Larger town with shopping and dining options
Local farm stands (10-20 mins) – Fresh produce, honey, seasonal goods

Day Trips Within 1-1.5 Hours

Washington DC (1 hour) – Museums, monuments, dining, culture
Annapolis (1.5 hours) – Maryland’s capital, waterfront, Naval Academy
Colonial Beach, VA (45 mins) – Beach town on Potomac River

King George, VA (30 mins) – Wineries and countryside
Calvert County (45 mins) – Beaches, fossil hunting, maritime museum
Fredericksburg, VA (1 hour) – Historic downtown, Civil War sites, George Washington’s Ferry Farm, charming shops and restaurants, Rappahannock River

Historic & Culture

Historic St. Mary’s City (35 mins) – Maryland’s birthplace, living history museum, reconstructed colonial settlement
Sotterly Plantation (45 mins) – Historic waterfront plantation with museum and grounds
Point Lookout State Park (50 mins) – Civil War history, lighthouse, and museum
Port Tobacco (10 mins) – Historic village, one-time colonial port town
Local art galleries and studios throughout Charles County

Waterfront & Recreation

- Potomac River (10 mins) – Kayaking, fishing, scenic views
- Purse State Park (30 mins) – Fossil shark teeth hunting, nature trails
- Smallwood State Park (25 mins) – Boating, fishing, hiking, marina
- Mallows Bay (20 mins) – Historic “Ghost Fleet” shipwrecks, kayaking
- Nanjemoy Creek (5 mins) – Quiet tidal waters, fishing, nature
- Chapman State Park (30 mins) – Hiking and nature preserve

GETTING HERE

The Amara by LaNe Legacy
4865 Port Tobacco Rd
Nanjemoy, MD 20662

From Washington DC: 40 miles, 1 hour
From Baltimore: 79 miles, 1.5 hours
From Richmond: 115 miles, 2 hours
From Philadelphia: 185 miles, 3 hours

Nearest Airport: Reagan National Airport (DCA) – 1 hour

GUEST AMENITIES

Kitchen: Fully equipped, coffee maker, basic spices, dishware for 24, outdoor dining

Entertainment: WiFi, Smart TV with streaming, board games, book library, Bluetooth speakers

Outdoor: Pool (seasonal), hot tub, fire pit, gas grill, pavilion, hammocks, 43 acres

SEASONAL EXPERIENCES

Spring (March-May)
Cherry blossoms, perfect hiking weather, less crowded

Summer (June-August)
Pool open daily, long daylight, waterfront activities, fireflies, outdoor dining perfection

Fall (September-November)
Stunning foliage, harvest season, perfect weather, pumpkin patches, cozy fire pits

Winter (December-February)
Peaceful quiet, hot tub under winter stars, cozy indoors, off-season rates, holiday magic

BOOK YOUR ESCAPE

Main House (sleeps 20+): Starting at $1,200/night
Greenwood Guest House (sleeps 2): Starting at $600/night

Minimum Stays: 2 nights weekends | 3 nights holidays

Testimonials

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