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Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home

Family-friendly stay with free WiFi in Shady Side

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Shady Side, MD
  • Place, Shadyside Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Captain Avery Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Franklin Point State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shady Side

On waterfront.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Chesapeake Bay and Northern Chesapeake Bay. Shadyside Park and Captain Avery Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Shadyside Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Captain Avery Museum - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Franklin Point State Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Galesville Heritage Museum - 16 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • U.S. Naval Academy - 36 min drive - 27.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bowie State Station - 47 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jesse Jay’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪American Legion - Post 226 - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Happy Harbor Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wharf 38 - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home

Winter at The Cottage at Silver Water is calm, clear, and quietly beautiful. Snow-dusted views and crystal-blue skies frame the Chesapeake as migrating waterfowl glide across the water. As the day ends, golden hour washes the bay in soft light, often finishing with a vivid winter sunset—quiet and unforgettable.

Inside, Nordic-inspired design, a cozy fireplace, and sumptuous bedding create a warm retreat for deeply restorative rest. Discover why so many guests return by reading our reviews.
Tucked at the end of a quiet residential street, The Cottage at Silver Water is a modern waterfront escape where Scandinavian design meets quiet luxury. With 10-foot ceilings, a thoughtfully curated interior, and a half-acre setting on the Chesapeake, the home offers sweeping bay views from every room.

Inside, every detail is elevated by some of the country’s most coveted brands—Brooklinen, Bodum, Vitruvi, ROAM, Lafco, RH, Eames, Article, Joybird, Williams Sonoma Home, Evermill, Fellow, Sonos, West Elm, and more—surrounding you with beauty and comfort at every turn.

Outdoors, the experience continues: an expansive lawn, inviting fire pit, sleek sling loungers, private bluestone patio, hot tub, kayak launch, and lush gardens await.

The home is spread across two floors. The ground level features the Green Bedroom with a walk-in closet, a full bath, laundry, and the main living area. A covered patio extends from the living room, furnished with teak sofas and a cocktail table.

Upstairs, the Blue Bedroom offers a private covered balcony, an en-suite bath, and a generous walk-in closet. The third bedroom/office includes a marble-topped desk and a twin daybed—perfect for children or quiet work.

Wherever you are, the view is unforgettable—broad water vistas that shift with the light, bringing the Chesapeake right to your doorstep.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.8 mi (60-min drive) away from the Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home to the beach?

This vacation home is 17.5 mi (39-min drive) from Triton Beach.

Does Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury 5-Star Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Home to downtown Shady Side?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Shady Side.

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