Log Canoe Inn

208 Carpenter St, St. Michaels, MD 21663

The Log Canoe Inn is a waterfront six-room boutique inn located in the heart of historic St. Michaels, Maryland, offering guests a welcoming place to experience the beauty and heritage of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Rich in local history, the property was the first boarding house in St. Michaels, and later served as the original clubhouse of the Miles River Yacht Club. The inn takes its name from the Chesapeake Bay’s historic log canoe sailing vessels, whose racing tradition has deep roots in St. Michaels and the Miles River. Throughout the inn, photographs, artwork, and memorabilia pay tribute to these iconic vessels and celebrate the property’s longstanding connection to the town’s maritime and sailing heritage.

Today, the Log Canoe Inn offers beautifully appointed guest rooms that blend historic character with modern comfort. Thoughtful amenities throughout the inn are designed to make guests feel at home while enjoying a relaxed and memorable stay in St. Michaels. The inn also offers pet-friendly accommodations, making it easy for guests to bring their four-legged companions along for their Eastern Shore getaway.

Ideally located waterfront on the St. Michaels Harbor and just steps away from Talbot Street, the Log Canoe Inn puts guests within easy walking distance of the town’s restaurants, boutiques, galleries, museums, waterfront attractions, and special events. Whether visiting for a romantic weekend, a sailing or boating getaway, a wedding, or simply a few relaxing days on the Eastern Shore, guests can park the car and experience St. Michaels on foot. With its rich maritime history, inviting accommodations, and connection to one of the Chesapeake Bay’s most distinctive sailing traditions, the Log Canoe Inn offers a uniquely St. Michaels place to stay and experience the town.