Shady Side, MD is a small community located on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay in Anne Arundel County. The area is known for its stunning views of the bay and its abundance of outdoor activities. It is home to many fishing boats, kayakers, and windsurfers who all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the Chesapeake. There are also plenty of restaurants, shops, and attractions that make it an ideal destination for a day trip or an extended stay. Visitors to Shady Side often praise its quiet atmosphere and friendly locals. Many also mention its convenient location as it's only a short drive from Washington D.C., Baltimore, Annapolis, and other major cities in Maryland. Reviews typically highlight the beautiful scenery, great restaurants, relaxing atmosphere, and excellent recreational opportunities available in this picturesque area.
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly - 6/12/2018
Shady Side, like most of South Anne Arundel County, is a tight-knit community. I moved here for almost 9 years ago without knowing anyone in the area. It wasn't until my children started school in the area that I was really invited into the community though. This would be a very hard area to live in if you have little to no friends/family nearby.
Every community is near the water and most have community parks. Very family friendly. Schools are good, especially the local Elementary school! A local grocery store nearby makes it easy to grab supplies, but don't expect to find a wide variety of food, shopping, doctors in the immediate area. Most people I know drive 30-45 minutes to do major shopping, medical appointments, etc.
The area has a small town rural feel, with some oddities. There is literally a United Methodist church right next door to a United Methodist church with congregations divided by race. The area is fairly conservative and a bit
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Best weather in the DC metro area - 8/5/2012
I have lived in the Shady Side area for 13 years. The contrast of rain and snowfall between the southern part of Anne Arundel County, Washington DC, Fairfax County VA, and the western parts of the DC metro area is striking. Southern Anne Arundel County receives less precipitation, has warmer temperatures in the winter (by 5 degrees), cooler temps in the summer (by 5-10 degrees), fewer snow days, and much better weather than any other part of the DC metro area. We attribute this to the influence of the Chesapeake
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