Eastern Shore / Elk River
Earleville · Cecil County
Buttonwood Beach RV Resort
Buttonwood Beach RV Resort offers a highly unique 'condo-camping' legal structure, operating on renewable 99-year land leases. Located on the beautiful Eastern Shore where the Elk River meets the Chesapeake Bay, this private, gated waterfront community is heavily established with premium park models and long-term tiny structures. It provides unmatched land security and continuity for families seeking a permanent seasonal basecamp on the water.
Site requirements
Park specs & operating terms
Operator requirements and park rules for tiny homes and small cottages—sourced from community materials and independent research. Items marked not yet confirmed are still being verified with the operator.
Quick-glance park specs
| Requirement | What we know |
|---|---|
| Power Infrastructure | 50 amp electrical pedestals on waterfront leasehold pads. |
| Waste & Sewer System | Municipal city water and municipal public sewer—hardwired gated community infrastructure. |
| Build Certifications | RVIA-certified park models (PMRV) and THOWs with on-site aesthetic review enforced. |
| Pet Constraints | Pets allowed—maximum two per household, 80 lb weight limit. Standard HOA pet ordinances apply. |
Financials & leasing terms
Monthly benchmarks and lease mechanics—confirm current rates with the operator before applying.
Lot rent & monthly fees
~
$800/mo
equivalent association fees (2026)
Turnkey park model resales
$65,000–$130,000
From ~$800/mo equivalent association fees . Turnkey park model resales .
Turn-key & purchase benchmarks
Benchmark
$50
application fee
Utility inclusions
Garbage and common area maintenance included. Water, sewer, electricity, and broadband billed separately.
Lease mechanics
application fee. Security deposit required for 99-year lease buy-ins. Standard co-op financial verification.
Home specifications & placement rules
Dimensional thresholds
Established park model and THOW pads on waterfront acreage—confirm current lease buy-in availability.
Aesthetic controls & covenants
Private gated waterfront HOA with aesthetic review enforced for placed units.
Sustainability & permaculture allowances
If you are planning gardens, composting, or solar, confirm what is allowed under park rules—not just municipal code.
Alternative waste systems
Municipal sewer required—composting not permitted as primary waste solution.
Off-grid adaptations
High-speed broadband available; grid-tied electric standard.
Site edibles & gardens
Private sandy beaches and boat ramps; confirm private gardening rules with HOA.
Media & site documentation
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Use pinch or zoom controls to explore
Not yet confirmed — ask the operator
Not yet confirmed — ask the operator
Planning land you own in Cecil County?
Buttonwood Beach is a 99-year lease co-op—not the same as owning a Cecil County parcel with a permitted backyard ADU. Route into pathway tools if you are comparing models.
Pads & tenancy snapshot
Private gated waterfront 99-year land-lease co-op for RVIA park models and THOWs with direct Chesapeake Bay access, private sandy beaches, boat ramps, watercraft storage, swimming pool, and clubhouse.
Seasonal condo-camping land-lease from ~$800/mo equivalent (2026). $50 application fee; 99-year lease buy-in deposit required. Turnkey park model resales $65,000–$130,000. Standard co-op financial verification.
How you can live here
Key amenities
Amenities listed here come from our research and operator materials. Pet rules, pools, docks, and similar features can change—confirm current policies with the community before you apply.
- Waterfront / marina
- Pet-friendly
- Gated
- Pool
- Clubhouse
- RV-style hookups
Stewardship disclosures
99-year renewable land-lease co-op—not open-market monthly RV park rentals. Pets allowed—max two per household, 80 lb limit; standard HOA pet ordinances apply.
Operators update rules frequently. Confirm recorded covenants, county zoning, HOA restrictions, occupancy rules, and insurance requirements for your home type before you move.