Local Resources
This directory of local businesses, resources and community information will assist you in gathering valuable information about Frederick and Washington County Maryland.
| VALYRIE ELLIS, I SELL HOUSES REALTY, LLC | |
I SELL HOUSES REALTY, LLC - I SELL HOUSES REALTY is located in the heart of the DT Frederick Historic District next to Winchester Hall on East Church St.
Offering a "unique" approach to listing property, we have a "Menu" of services that our Sellers can choose from, and a Seller can "LIST" their home for as little as $500.00. Buyer rebates are offered also. Make an appt. with VAL ELLIS to review the options that are available to you.
I KNOW I have a plan that will be just right for YOU!
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| PROPERTY MANAGEMENT | |
| I SELL HOUSES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DIVISION - Contact Val Ellis, Property Management and Leasing Specialist for 15 years. I assist Owners with leasing their property, or help renters find the right propety to lease! Selling or Buying is not always an option...Let me help you with Leasing for now, and when you are ready to buy or sell, I can help with that too! | |
| Area Information | |
| City of Frederick info - Check here to find out all about the many special events that take place in our city thru-out the year, from our 4th of July celebration held at Baker park, to the many holiday events that take place in November and December. | |
| Frederick County Parks & Recreation - Up to the minute and seasonal information on camps, special events and activites and points of interest. For information call 301-696-2936 | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| Chamber of Commerce - Up to date information about what is happening in Frederick | |
| Frederick area public transportation - Find out how to get around in Frederick City, and the links to the metro bus and subway system. | |
| MarcTrain/Brunswick Line - Look here to get information about the Marc Trnsit line from Brunswick & Frederick into DC or Baltimore. Great Way to get to those crowded events without the hassles of parking when you get there! | |
| The Great Frederick Fair - Our annual country fair is held in mid Sept. each year and boasts lots of top country entertainment, indor and commercial exhibits, and great carnival rides and entertainment. Check this link for a list of this years entertainers who will be performing. | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| The Frederick News Post - Read The Frederick Daily newspaper to help you keep up on all that is going on in Frederick County and the surrounding area. Check out the "Next 72 hours" on Thursday to helpo plan your week-end! | |
| Tourist Information | |
| Celebrate Frederick - Visit for up to date information on the various self guided tours offered through out the year in Frederick | |
| Frederick Magazine - An informative publication about everyday life, current events, plus a blast from the past in each issue. A Must read for ALL Natives as well as those contemplating making Frederick County their home! | |
| Frederick County Tourism - Click for all the great things to see and do in Frederick County and to receive a FREE visitors guide | |
| Frederick & Washington Counties in the Civil War - Find out more how Western Maryland played a part in the Civil War and the major battlefields you can visit. | |
| Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Information - The Historic C & O Canal offers lotsof recreational opportunities along the Potomac River. Hiking, biking and history to name a few | |
| Civil War medicine Museum, Frederick - Opened in 2000, this museum Located on East Patrick Street in Historic DT Frederick, gives a firsthand look at medical practices during the American Civil War. | |
| Covered bridge tour - Enjoy a drive in the beautiful Frederick County countryside and visit some of our historic covered bridges. | |
| Adventure Park USA - Located in New Market MD just off of I70, Adventure Park is a family entertainment park offering fun and adventure for the entire family. Click to find out more and to check out the Great New Years Eve. Party they have planned! | |
| Fort Detrick | |
| Fort Detrick - Ft. Detrick has been a member of the Frederick Community for 53 years and is the largest employer in Frederick County. The Expansion of the post due to BRAC will be creating 1000's of new jobs in the upcoming years. Frederick is proud to welcome the incoming military personel to our community and hope they will find it an enjoyable place to live and possibly even retire in. | |
| Moving Companies | |
| The Move Advocte - Click here to find your PERSONAL moving assistant to help you coordinate your move...Best of all IT's FREE! | |
| Settlement Companies | |
| BELTWAY TITLE - Convenient locations all around the "BELTWAY" Frederick office 301-631-8300 Contact Natalie Bigelow Ask for $150.00 settlement discount coupon | |
| Old Towne Title Company - Full Service Settlement Company with both a Washington County and Frederick County location to serve you. 301-695-1880 - The Guilford Mansion in Frederick, or 301-739-1222 on Mt. Aetna Rd. in Hagerstown | |
| Signature Settlements - Courteous & Professional service with a personal touch with offices in Hagerstown and Frederick. Debbie Milner will put her personal "signature" on your settlement. | |
| Village Settlements - Contact Village Settlements where attorneys ALWAYS conduct the settlements! REmember to ask for their $150.00 off coupon. Buyers can also benefit from closing cost reductions by asking for the reissue rate on title insurance so REMEMBER to ask. For settlements in Frederick call 301-698-9300 and in Gaithersburg call 301-590-9300 RELIABLE, TRUSTWORTHINESS, STABILITY | |
| Local businesses | |
| Frederick Basket Company - Unique and elegant gift baskets for every occasion. Located at Everedy Square, Shab Row, Frederick 301-696-9345, 866-365-8968 | |
| Linganore Candles - Local candlemaker, you can order a delightful mix of candles and mix them with pottery from Urbana Pottery on line, or visit them at local craft fairs, or their shop in New Market. | |
| Little's Furniture - Enjoy your furniture shopping experience in the heart of Frederick's Historic District. Large selection of Antique & reproduction furniture! | |
| The LIttle Pottery Shop - Distinctive One of a kind hand made stoneware, porcelein pottery. Located at 80 Main St. in the Antique Capital of Maryland, New Market 301-865-6108 | |
| Catoctin Mountain Orchards - Enjoy Great Seasonal produce and flowers, located in Thurmont, open from May thru December. U-Pick or ready to buy from the farm store. | |
| Stadler Nurseries - Nursery, gardening and landscape design ctr. located on Mt. Zion Rd. between Frederick and Jefferson. A family owned business since 1932 | |
| Thames Fine Art Gallery - Local Fine Art Store featuring many local artists including the popular paintings of Barry Richardson and Harry Richardson | |
| Dog Parks | |
| Doggy Parks and Excercise area - Maryland Counties that offer dog parks and excercise area. Whether it's a local place to go and meet other dog people, or you are traveling and need a place for the pooch to run and stretch their legs, you'll find it here. | |
| Maryland Pet.com - Whether at home and wanting a regular place to take your dog(s) to excercise and play, or you are on a trip and need a place for both of you to stretch you legs, here is a list of counties which offer dog parks. | |
| Animal Shelters | |
| Frederick County Humane Society - Located on Industry Lane, The Fred. Cty Humane Societyis dedicated to the humane treatment of animals and offers a variety of programs such as dog obediance, pet bereavement and more. Check out the web site for upcoming fundraisers such as Howl n'Wine in Oct. at Ceresville Mansion | |
| PETS and local Pet Friendly establishments | |
| Maryland Pets - Your guide to local and Maryland pet links and establishments because WE LOVE OUR PETS!!! | |
| Frederick Dog Friendly establishments - A list of local dog friendly establishments including hotels because our dogs need a comfy place to stay too!!! | |
| Dog Friendly City Guide - Visit this site for a list of dog friendly establishments in Frederick | |
| Maryland Pet.com/local dog parks and Excercise areas - Click on the county of interest to find local doggie parks and places to have fun with your furry friends | |
| HOME WARRANTIES | |
| American Home Shield - Enjoy peace of mind when you are provided with a home warranty when purchasing your home. Click to find out the benefits of a Home Shield warranty. | |
| Washington County | |
| Washington County Parks and Recreation - Washington County offers lots of recreational opportunities. Click here for details on parks and activities | |
| Boonsboro, MD - Find out all about this charming little Civil War community nestled at the foot f South Mountain and adjacent to I-70, Rte 340 and just 10 minutes from Hagerstown | |
| Hagerstown Magazine - Click to find out about local businesses, events, recreation and life in and around Hagerstown and Washington County MD | |
| Hagerstown MD - Find out what's happening in Frederick' neighbor to the West. There's a lot happening in and around Hagerstown. Check it out! | |
| Frederick County Wineries | |
| The Frederick County Wine Trail - Visit your favorite winery, or click here to get a map of the numerous wineries now dotting the Frederick County landscape. Many offer free tours and economical tastings of their wines. Find the latest Summer or Fall wine festivals as well. | |
| Hotels/Motels | |
| Hilton Garden Inn - One of Fredericks'newest luxery Inns with 143 guest rooms featuring a fitness center, Indoor pool and whirlpool and 2100 sq. ft. of meeting space. | |
| Mainstay Suites - Perfect Hotel for Short or long trips and relocations stays. Each suite has a fully equipped kitchen, 2-line phone w/ data port and VM and there is a pool and excercise room on site. reservations call-1-800-660-6246 Local# 301-668-4600 | |
| PET SITTING | |
The Pet Nanny - I also offer pet sitting services in your home or mine. If you are just moving to the area and need a warm friendly home environment for your dog, let them join my pack for a few days (or longer) Contact me for overnight rates. If you are Buying OR Selling a home with me it's FREE during your transistion! I offer a discount for Clients after they have moved in and need visits in their own home. Happy dogs and their owners will provide a reference upon request.
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| Home Improvement | |
| LOWES - Improving Home Improvements. Ask me about our preferred Customer savings. | |
| Frederick Fence Co., Inc. - 1505 Tilco Dr. 301-663-4000 | |
| Majestic Wood Floors - For the best wood floor you can get contact Frederick's only award winning custom wood floor co., recipient of National Wood Floor of the Year in Members Choice category. For information call 301-694-9992, Bob Humphreys Owner. | |
| Petersen's Carpet & Flooring - Visit the showroom at 1060 W. Patrick St. to see the display of affordable carpet and flooring for your entire home. 301-698-4789 | |
| Reico Kitchen & Bath - Come visit the showroom at 5600 Urbana Pike to see all the wonderful new kitchen and bath ideas. Call 301-631-0400 | |
| Space Crafters - Enjoy clutter free organized closets. Call 301-631-1134 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont | |
| golf courses | |
| Hollow Creek Golf Club - This is one of the several new golf courses new to Frederick Cty. in the past few years.Located in the lovely new homes community of Glenbrook in beautiful Middletown, this course is open to the public, but offers memberships as well. | |
| Whiskey Creek Golf Club - This Ernie Els championship designed course offers 4 sets of tees to accomodate all levels of play. Situated between Urbana and Ijamsville, and just minutes from the new Planned Community "The Villages of Urbana" I-270, and Urbana High School | |
| Worthington Manor Golf Club - Maryland Course of the Year in 2000 and U.S. Open Qualifying Site in 1999 & 2000, enjoy golfing in the rolling hills of Urbana, with impressive views of Sugarloaf Mtn, in the distance.Conveniently located just 1 mile from I-270 | |
| BALTIMORE ORIOLES MINOR LEAGUE DIVISION | |
| Frederick Keys Baseball - A Carolina league affiliate of the Baltiore Orioles, the Keys offers family entertainment all summer long, with numerous special kids events and fireworks nights. Play takes place in the new harry Grove Stadium at 6201 New Design Rd. just off of the I-70, and across from Mt. Olivet Cemetery where Francis Scott "Key" is laid to rest. | |
| Haunted Places in Maryland | |
| Do you believe in Ghosts? - Maryland is known for it's place in Civil War history as well as it's proximity to other well known "haunts" such as Gettysburg. Frederick hosts a ghost walking tour in the Fall. Visit this site to find some of the main "haunts" around Maryland. a visit to one or more just MIGHT make you a believer if you aren't already! | |
| Restaurants | |
| Acacia...one of Frederick's BEST new restaurants - A showcase of innovative new American cuisine in an atmosphere drawn from the color's styles and flavors of California. Enjoy their broad selection of great American wines with your meal! HAPPY HOUR TUE-FRI 5-7 PM Closed Mondays | |
| Barley and Hops Brewery & Grill - Voted Best FAMILY Resstaurant in 2004 best of Fredrick Readers Poll. Conveniently located in front of Home Depot & target off Rte 355, they are known for good food, great beer (they brew it themselves) and attractive prices. | |
| Dutch's Daughter - Voted #1 by Frederick magazine BEST OF FREDERICK in numerous categories including BEST Sunday Brunch and BEST crabcakes. Casual to formal dining, event packages available. | |
| Isabella's Taverna and Tapas Bar - Looking for something just a bit different? Enjoy the fine Spanish cousine of Isabella's, conveniently located in the center of DT Frederick, near parking deck and other local attractions. | |
| Old South Mountain Inn - Founded in 1732 & located at the top of South Mountian between Middletown and Boonsboro, George Washington is said to have stopped here in his day | |
| ZEST - 2 great locations, Frederick and Monrovia. Newest location is on the corner of Market and All Saints St. just a block from Carroll Creek..reservations suggested on week-end and Holidays | |
| Maryland Bed And Breakfast - For the best Bed and Breakfast In Maryland. | |
| Restaurants, Catering, Special Events | |
| Ceresville mansion - Voted by Frederick Magazine as Frederick's Best Event/Reception site from 1998-2004. Call 301-694-5111 to planyour special event! | |
| The Comus Inn - Enjoy fine evening dining, Sunday Brunch in the shadows of Sugarloaf Mountain, or allow The Comus Inn to host your Wedding reception, business meetings or other special events. | |
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| Horse Facilties and properties | |
| Days End Horse Rescue - Located in Lisbon MD, A non profit volunteer based organization providing loving care and fostering of abused, neglected and abandoned horses. Visit site to findout how to adopt,volunteer or make donations. | |
| Relocation Links | |
| Frederick Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Sites - find area info sites across the world! | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Tax Information | |
| How to report moving expenses - | |
| ASSISTED LIVING/Retirement | |
| Edenton - 301-694-3100 - A community for Independent & Assisted living, offering support but allowing the active retiree to remain independent! | |
| Environmental awareness | |
| The Sierra Club of Western Maryland - Local branch of the Sierra Club gives those concerned about our local resoures hands on opportunities to get involved. Also offers local recreational adventures | |
| Schools | |
Frederick Cty. Public Schools - Everything you need to know about your child's new school you should be able to find here!
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School Information - free school profiles
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| Washington county Schools - Kindergarten - HS Take a look at what the Washington county school system has to offer! | |
| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states schools and stats | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| HUD HOMES | |
| Hud Homes for Sale thruout the USA - This site will give you access to HUD homes listed for sale in your area of interest, as well as provide you with information on HUD Houses/T'H's & Condo's and the bidding process. REMEMBER...I CAN SHOW YOU AND HELP YOU WITH YOUR BID ON ALL HUD HOMES IN THIS AREA! | |
| Mortgage | |
| COUNTRYWIDE MORTGAGE - Conveniently Located at 5300 Westview Drive in Frederick,Countrywide is the Largest Mortgage Broker offering the widest array of loan products possible and customer service on a personal and local level. Call Trish at 301-606-9086 or toll free at 800-611-0752 X 2305 today. | |
| Presidential Bank Mortgage Co. LLC - Formerly Homebuilders Mortgage Co.,Terry Kernan, Branch Manager, Mark Wharton,& Mike Haggarty are all leaders in the mortgage industry and familiar with the local area, they can customize any loan to suit your needs. Programs for all credit levels. Call them at 1-800-434-0011 | |
| Greystone Mortgage - Call Maryanne Priddy at 1-888-473-9339 or 301-663-9999 Conveniently located in the Greystone Bldg. at 258 West Patrick St. & attached to Mackintosh Realtors, Maryann is readily available to help with your Mortgage needs. | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| Homeowner deductions information - Find out about the many mortgage deductions that are available to you when you own a home | |
| Selling your home - Click for tax information regarding the sale of your home | |
| First-time homeowners - Click here to find out about the great tax benefits in owning your own home! | |
| On line shopping | |
| Mall of Plenty - Your source for One stop on line shopping | |
| Vacation Destinations | |
| Alaska Wilderness Voyages Resources - Alaska Wilderness Voyages is Alaska's premier yacht charter for fishing, glacier viewing, whale watching and wilderness exploration in beautiful Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords | |
