Baydream Believer -Chesapeake Bay water community

Shady Side, MD, United States

8 guests
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms

Charming 3 bed, 2 bath cottage in friendly Chesapeake Bay community that's a perfect retreat year round. Enjoy outdoor fun with our kayaks and pedal boat, bike through the quiet neighborhood, or gather around the firepit. Kids (and kids at heart!) will love the sailboat sandbox, skeeball, and arcade game, while your pup will have plenty of room in the large, fully fenced backyard. Take a short walk to the beach, or simply relax on the deck and soak in the bay breezes. Anne Arundel str lic STR00

Good to know

Enjoy your Chesapeake Bay getaway at our cozy 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage tucked in the peaceful, friendly waterfront community of Avalon Shores in Shady Side, Maryland. Just 45 minutes from Washington, D.C. and 30 minutes from Annapolis, Shady Side feels worlds away, with peaceful streets, marinas, local parks, and the welcoming charm of a true Chesapeake Bay community. Spend your days exploring the Bay by kayak, visiting nearby marinas, or relaxing at the community beach. Craving a night out? Enjoy fresh seafood and waterfront dining at local favorites just a short drive or even a paddle away! Inside, unwind by the gas fireplace and stream your favorite shows in the comfortable living room or in any of the bedrooms, each equipped with smart TVs. Planning a crab feast? You’ll find all the essentials ready such as mallets, tools, and plenty of space for a true Maryland-style dinner. Afterward, step out onto the back deck to relax under the string lights or gather around the firepit for s’mores and stargazing. Out back, everyone will love the Game Shed—a fun bonus space featuring a stand-up arcade game, skeeball, and a mini-fridge stocked for easy entertaining. We've converted a sailboat into a sandbox for kids to enjoy. Two adult bikes are also available so you can explore the neighborhood or take a scenic ride along the water. Home Layout: The home spans two levels. The entry level features living room, dining, kitchen, one bedroom, a full bathroom, and a laundry area with washer and dryer. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and another full bath. The primary bedroom opens directly to the back deck, where you can dine outdoors, fire up the gas grill, or relax around the firepit. Whether you’re here for a family vacation, a quiet weekend escape, or a taste of life on the Chesapeake, our Shady Side cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort, fun, and local charm, all in a peaceful waterfront setting you’ll want to return to again and again. We have well water that it filtered and disinfected with a two different filtration systems. We provide bottled water that you can use to drink and cook with although the tap water is safe to consume. If you have not used well water before, please note that it can have a sulfur smell.

Other Details to Note

We have well water that it filtered and disinfected with two different filtration systems. We provide bottled water that you can use to drink and cook with although the tap water is safe to consume. If you have not used well water before, please note that it can have a sulfur smell. We happily welcome well behaved pets but require that you let us know that you'll be traveling with pets when you book. There is an additional $100 pet fee if you will be bringing your pets with you.

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Beach access

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

The home is located in a Chesapeake Bay water community in Shady Side MD, just south of Annapolis. You’ll love the coastal setting as you escape from the hustle and bustle of the world in a friendly neighborhood. Located minutes away from restaurants, shops, kayaking, biking, boating, crabbing and more. Explore Captain Avery Museum located nearby.

Guest Access

There's a main home with a private fully fenced yard and building with game room with a bar, stand up arcade game and skeeball in the back yard for you to use and enjoy. We will send you a key code for the house.

Find us

Shady Side, MD, United States

Plenty of parking for your vehicles in the driveway. You’ll need a car to get here. We have bikes you can use to explore the community.

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Reviews

Chris
May 2025 · Airbnb
We really enjoyed our stay at this pet-friendly, charming house. The location was perfect—peaceful, scenic, and just a short walk away from the water. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The hosts were very responsive, accommodating, and easy to communicate with, making the whole process smooth from start to finish. We'd definitely consider staying here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a serene getaway in a quaint bayside community. Thanks Mary and Chris for a great stay!