Cottage City is a small, relaxed town along the Maryland-D.C. border along the Anacostia River. Similar to many towns in this region, Cottage City has a deep connection to pre-revolutionary and post-Civil War American history. Today the town is a small, diverse community working to strike the perfect balance between preservation and revitalization. Lush trees complement old cottage style houses and newly constructed studio apartment complexes. Surrounded by several verdant parks, residents flock to natural areas like the Colmar Manor Community Park, which is great for boating, hiking, and picnicking. Located 20 minutes northwest of Washington D.C., Cottage City is a great location for commuters who work in the nation’s capital.