Family-friendly holiday rentals in Shady Side

Quiet Coastal Cottage Escape with Water Views

Want to get away? Come relax and escape in our updated bay view cottage. You'll enjoy stunning sunsets, warm surroundings, and all the amenities you could want in our cozy, peaceful cottage home. You'll find plenty of comfortable spots to relax, inside and out. Located on a quiet street, while still close to the small-town charm and offerings of North Beach, Chesapeake Beach, and Herrington Harbor. Walk along the bay, enjoy the local restaurants, and get ready to relax. Stay a week and save!

Just Like Home - Private Entrance Apt in DMV Area

288 SQ FT PRIVATE ENTRANCE Mother-in-law suite/ studio apt, full bed, sofa, roll-away single bed, kitchen, bathroom with small shower stall & 55” Smart TV w/cable, Netflix & WiFi. No guests under 12 years of age. Excellent location: Ft. Meade (14.4 miles), Annapolis (15 m), Andrews AFB (19 m), Washington DC (19 m), Baltimore (29 m) Nearby airports: DCA (23 m), BWI (27 m), IAD (48 m) Public Transportation: Metro Bus Stop (0.2 m), New Carrollton Station Metrorail, Amtrak, & Greyhound (9 m)

Luxe Winter Retreat- 5 Star

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.

Calico Cottage Guest House, king bed, free parking

Cute-as-a-bugs ear West Annapolis guest cottage just 1.5 miles from the Navy Stadium and less than 2 miles from Academy's Gate 8. Cottage features: high speed WiFi, EZ free parking, washer & dryer, kitchenette, air conditioning, self check-in and laptop friendly workspace. Park 10 feet from front door. Only 1 step to enter. No stairs to negotiate while carrying luggage! 15 min. walk to Weems Creek with scenic, serene waterviews and a few more minutes walk to popular Bean Rush Cafe.

Nautical Charm and relaxing waterview!

Our comfortable and relaxing studio is a quiet retreat with a fantastic view while still in close proximity to Washington DC, Annapolis and Baltimore! Situated in a charming waterfront and sailing community, this separate and private unit has: parking, 1 bath, queen bed, kitchenette (limited-no range), TV, high speed WiFi and Bluetooth speaker. Wake up to the cluck cluck of our four resident chickens who are tucked away in their attractive coop. Sit on the porch and take in the view!

8 Acre Waterfront Oasis! Pets are Free! 140ft Pier

Waterfront Enjoyment: A 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home! This charming one-story house in Churchton, Maryland, is perfect for families. It includes 8 acres of land and over 700 feet of waterfront on Broadwater Creek, ideal for fishing, crabbing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Discover the charming town of Deale, Maryland, with its easy entry to the Chesapeake Bay. Relax and enjoy this property! There's a brand-new 140-foot dock with beautiful views of the bay, ideal for catching crabs and fish!

Cozy waterview home in West River!

Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located place. This home is located just 15 miles to Annapolis, 18 miles to the Naval Academy, and 30 miles to the heart of Washington, DC. Less then 8 miles to Rt 214, providing direct access to beltway, and other major highways. This charming home has as spacious fenced in yard, High Speed Internet, TV (Netflix & Hulu), outdoor seating and a fire pit. Want to get away? Bring the whole family!

Hannah’s Hideaway

Cottage style with water view of Rockhold Creek. Water taxi right out front of house to take you to local restaurants. Crabbing excursions or fishing charters available for extra cost. Dog friendly. Local restaurants all within 1 mile from location. Fenced in back yard. Picnic table and fire pit to have own personal crab feasts or cookout. Many local restaurants with outside musicians.Grocery store and gas/liquor stores within 5 minutes from house.

1st Floor Condo in Annapolis

This newly renovated, 1st floor studio is perfectly located just across Spa Creek from historic Annapolis in Eastport. Within easy walking distance of restaurants (3 min), Main Street/City Dock (10 min) & USNA's Gate 1 entrance (14 min), our studio includes a full kitchen, high-speed wifi, free onsite parking lot, a secure building entrance, dock and a rooftop patio (with a seasonal pool) that offers beautiful views of downtown Annapolis.

The Little Gypsy BoHome

Welcome to our Little Gypsy BoHome on the bay! The house is situated in Southern Anne Arundel County, MD in the quaint waterfront town of Tracy's Landing. Our home sits directly on The Chesapeake Bay with breathtaking views from every window. We offer a saltwater swimming pool, a basketball hoop, beach access, a canoe, a gas grill, a steam shower, and an outdoor redwood infrared barrel sauna.

Chesapeake Bay Cottage

Cottage Located directly on the Chesapeake Bay. Includes sandy beach, yard, a screened in porch and deck. Two Kayaks to enjoy. Two bedroom plus den. Two full baths. Fully equipped kitchen.Kurig coffee maker and regular available. Master bedroom -queen size mattress. Second bedroom -a full-size mattress (double) third bedroom -a twin day bed with twin pullout. Both twin size mattresses.

Historic Downtown in-law suite

This special place is close to everything. One block to the Naval Academy and one block to all the historic and downtown attractions. This in-law suite has a queen bed, full bath, sauna, kitchenette, seating area, and desk/dining table. Welcoming separate, quiet entrance with access to a lovely patio with seating and firepit. Twin bed can be set up and made up at guest request.