Why Live in Pendennis Mount
Pendennis Mount in Arnold, located just across the Severn River from the United States Naval Academy, is a neighborhood characterized by its lush greenery and oceanic ambiance. The area features a mix of waterfront homes with stunning views, hillside residences, and a small beach. Sandy Point State Park, covering nearly 800 acres, offers fishing, crabbing, and hiking trails, including the four-mile Corcoran Tract. Greenbury Point, managed by the U.S. Navy, provides additional trails but may close during training events. The neighborhood consists of subdivisions and multi-million-dollar homes, often hidden behind trees and long driveways. Home styles range from split-levels and Colonial Revival houses to waterfront properties with private docks. Pendennis Mount is primarily residential, with local amenities such as the Whitehall Shopping Center, High’s convenience store, and Red Hot & Blue Annapolis for barbeque. Residents can also visit Cantler’s Riverside Inn for fresh seafood. Children attend highly rated schools: Windsor Farms Elementary, Severn River Middle, and Broadneck High School, which offers numerous Advanced Placement classes. The Blue Star Memorial Highway connects the neighborhood to Washington D.C. and the Chesapeake Bay, with a bus line on Governor Ritchie Highway providing public transportation. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a safer place to live.