The Courtyards at Waverly Woods

The Courtyards at Waverly Woods is a 462-home 55+ active adult community in Marriottsville, Maryland, nestled in western Howard County just off Interstate 70 at the intersection of Barnsley Way and Marriottsville Road. Built between 2012 and 2018 by Ryan Homes and NV Homes, the community blends three distinct housing styles — elevator-served condominiums (the Legacy series), villa-style townhomes, and low-maintenance single-family homes — giving buyers an unusually wide range of options within a single 55+ neighborhood. Homes range from around 1,394 square feet in the smallest condos to over 3,000 square feet in the larger single-family residences, with floor plans featuring first-floor owner's suites, open kitchens with granite counters and stainless appliances, ten-foot ceilings, full basements in the single-family homes, and private patios or balconies. Daily life centers on a private residents' clubhouse with a fitness room, aerobics and dance studio, multipurpose gathering space, catering kitchen, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The setting is quiet, wooded, and suburban, with walking and biking paths threading through the larger Waverly Woods master-planned area. Directly across Marriottsville Road sits the Waverly Woods Golf Club, an 18-hole Arthur Hills-designed championship course with a pro shop, practice facilities, and clubhouse restaurant open to residents who purchase an optional membership — a major draw for golfers without forcing the cost on non-golfing owners. Residents can also buy into the adjoining Waverly Woods East clubhouse for additional amenities and tennis access. Location is one of the community's strongest selling points. Waverly Woods Village Center, anchored by Weis Markets, sits within walking distance for groceries, casual dining, and services. I-70 puts Ellicott City about 10 minutes east, Columbia's Merriweather Post Pavilion roughly 15 minutes southeast, and downtown Baltimore's Inner Harbor around 30 minutes away. Howard County General Hospital (part of Johns Hopkins Medicine) is a short drive, and BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is approximately 20–25 minutes away. Patapsco Valley State Park, Alpha Ridge Park, and Liberty Reservoir are all nearby for hiking, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The HOA handles lawn care, snow removal, common-area maintenance, and management at a relatively modest $168 per month, preserving the low-maintenance lifestyle residents come here for.