Welcome home to beautiful Shady Side! This water-accessible rancher boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and spectacular views of the Chesapeake Bay. The bright and open living room is flanked with windows, allowing natural light to fill the cathedral ceilings. The recently remodeled kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, including a dedicated mini-fridge for all your favorite beverages! The ample counter space, quartz countertops, and subway tiles are enough to make this room a favorite of any home chef. From the kitchen, walk directly out onto the spacious deck, and sip your morning coffee while gazing across your backyard, or enjoy a fireside chat with friends around the firepit. An oversized detached garage offers ample storage, an opportunity for a workshop or space for the car enthusiast. The home is just steps away from the private Columbia Beach, and community membership means access to the water, playground, and basketball courts! The community is secured by a coded front entrance gate and also provides a boat launch and fishing pier - all within blocks of your front door! New driveway (2020), new flooring (2022), updated kitchen (2020), and fully-encapsulated crawl space (2022). Enjoy easy access to major roads like MD-2, MD-301, and MD-4! If you're looking for the quiet, beautiful beach town life, but still want easy access to larger cities like Annapolis, Baltimore and Washington DC, this home is exactly what you've been looking for, so don't miss your chance!