4964 Lerch Dr Shady Side, MD 20764

"Welcome to your year-round residence or weekend escape! Prepare to be mesmerized by the breathtaking views and the incredible lifestyle this home offers. It's a haven for your recreational pursuits, and with that, you can expect friends and family to eagerly follow suit. The home exudes an airy, open atmosphere, flooded with natural light and stunning water vistas from every corner. Gorgeous hardwood floors grace the entire interior. The kitchen has been tastefully renovated and features granite countertops, a spacious pantry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and updated lighting. It seamlessly connects to the great room, which is adorned with a wall of windows framing the water views. For a delightful start to your day or serene moments in the afternoon, step out onto the expansive Trex deck from the kitchen and savor your morning coffee, tea, or cocktails with unforgettable sunsets as your backdrop.

The main level accommodates a guest room, an updated full bath, and a convenient laundry room. Moving up to the upper level, you'll discover the expansive primary bedroom suite. It boasts a vaulted ceiling, more beautiful hardwood floors, his and her walk-in closets, a cozy sitting area, a dressing area, all of which provide splendid water views and direct access to a private balcony. The spacious primary bath features ceramic tile flooring, dual vanities, a generous ceramic shower, and a separate soaking tub. Additionally, there's a bonus room with a cathedral ceiling and French doors leading to the balcony, which can be utilized as a solarium, office, reading nook, workout space, or library. The second bedroom upstairs also features a vaulted ceiling, ample closet space, water views, and hardwood floors.

The lower level offers a generously-sized screened-in porch with high ceilings, an entertainment area and hot tub. From the screened porch, you can appreciate the water views and access the flat, fenced yard with a custom stone fire pit, a tree swing, lovely trees, and your private dock with crab pots, live well, and an upgraded 10,000 lb. boat lift! The oversized, two-car garage, equipped with a heater, serves as a man-cave, storage space, or room for jet skis, complete with a urinal and mud sink (half-bath). There's also several additional exterior storage areas.

Enjoy boating on the Chesapeake Bay (about 10 minute boat ride), or cruise out to Thomas Point Shoal Light House or Lowes Wharf! Imaging crabbing or fishing off your own dock, exploring the variety of coves along the West River by kayak, cruising to different marinas, or even joining the very affordable and social Chesapeake Yacht Club, with new floating docks! You can even boat, kayak, Jet ski or SUP to Stan & Joe's or Pirates Cove (tiki bar/restaurants with live music!) -- just minutes away. And on Wednesday evenings, you can watch the West River Sail Boat races!

The community boasts 2 playgrounds, a private beach, a pier, a boat ramp, and fantastic community events like the annual July 4th parade. You're conveniently located within a 25-minute drive to Annapolis and only 30 minutes off the Beltway! 50 miles from Tysons & 50 minutes to BWI. Commuting to DC can be achieved in under 45 minutes.

Don't miss the chance to make experience the splendor of life by the Chesapeake Bay -- your opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds - a coastal haven with breathtaking water views and easy city access! More interior pics coming next week! Don't miss the drone video tour!