Experience restful and relaxing Chesapeake Bay living at Point-of-View Cottage, a delightful, water-view property in the Idlewilde on the Bay community, at the point of the Shady Side peninsula where the West River meets the Chesapeake Bay. This comfortable-yet-sophisticated home offers stunning, panoramic Bay views and easy access to the many benefits of a water-oriented lifestyle.

Watch the bountiful wildlife of migrating geese, ducks and nesting osprey from the homes living room. See the workboats harvesting crabs and oysters as the sun rises through the large bay windows each morning. From the kitchen sink, count the large ships anchored across the Bay waiting to unload at the Port of Baltimore. Through the French doors of the primary bedroom, glimpse the Bay Bridge in the distance and watch the soft glowing wink of Thomas Point Lighthouse at night. See summer sailboat races from the community picnic park and fishing/swimming pier just across the street. Or get out on the water yourself: a second community park just steps from the home provides direct access to the Bay via a stone jetty with protected kayak/SUP launch ramp and storage rack as well as picnic tables, a children's play set and space for pets to enjoy the Bay breezes. Entertain (or just sit and relax) on the homes front deck under the wisteria-covered pergola surrounded by lush, mature plantings and soak in the views just beyond.

Built in 1940 as military officer housing, this tastefully designed home was completely renovated in 1997 with new electrical, plumbing and drywall, and has been carefully maintained in the time since (roof and water heater approx. 2 years; heat pump approx. 8 years). In addition to the spectacular views from virtually every room, highlights include original hardwood floors; open flow kitchen, lounge and dining areas; living room with wood burning fireplace; new stainless kitchen appliances; primary ensuite with skylight and newly tiled walk-in shower; 9+ ft ceilings in the living room and primary bedroom; second bedroom and hall bath with shower/tub and linen closet; bonus den off the entryway; one-car garage with separate work room; and driveway parking for two vehicles. Located approximately 1 hours drive from both DC and Baltimore, this cozy retreat is in close proximity to marinas, yacht clubs, markets, outdoor dining venues, nature trails and parks, and other local attractions. Welcome to million-dollar views at a considerable value in the quaint village of Shady Side. Square footage estimated per recent floor plan drawing. Agent related to owner.