Photography by Stephen Buchanan
*A Recently Sold Home*
Photography by Stephen Buchanan
Primary Structure Built: 1770 Sold For: $1,250,000 Original List Price: $1,750,000 Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Living Space: 3,570 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size: 18.01 acres
At the heart of this tranquil, 18-acre property is the amazing restoration of its rustic, 18th century farmhouse. This quintessential Eastern Shore estate, owned by just one family since 1963, has been lovingly maintained and expertly updated over decades to create a vibe that is ultra-homey and farm rich.
Located in the quiet community of Still Pond in Kent County, known for its multi-acre residences and its peaceful aspect, this home fits right in with its lush, green inner perimeter surrounding the home, that expands out to feature two ponds and its considerable, fertile farmland.
A charming portico and an all-brick facade greet visitors to the three-story, three-bed, two-bath home with an addition. The foyer is inviting with its floor-to-ceiling, rich wood paneling painted a creamy white, and its original, honey-colored hardwood floors. This part of the home features a welcoming seating area, abundant natural light, and a gorgeous period staircase.
An exquisite formal living room is located just to the right of the entry. This room is spacious and boasts large windows, crown molding, and extensive but understated wood treatments that speak to its historic integrity. A central, wood-burning fireplace with brick surround helps create a most-welcoming place to receive guests.
This space provides access to an even lighter, brighter room; the large, formal dining room with another period-perfect fireplace and wide-paneled wood wall treatment in a bisque white. An additional fireplace in this room is smartly tucked in under the stairwell further enhancing is ambient qualities.
There’s also a spacious family room on this floor with a vaulted and beamed ceiling that leads to an airy, window-trimmed sunroom with terra cotta tiled floors.
Come through to the spacious kitchen and find an incredible environment in which to cook and gather. Overhead, original rustic beams, and a bead board ceiling pull the eye upward, while below the wood floors and the custom cabinetry painted in a rich, Federal blue, speak to the care and detail placed in this room’s restoration. Exquisite, soapstone countertops highlight the work surfaces including a central, L-shaped island with farm sink and dishwasher. A contrasting wood hearth painted a deep red takes center stage in front of the cozy, in-room breakfast area.
An atmospheric back stair ascends along the side of the fireplace that leads to all the home’s bedrooms on the second and third floors which include a generous primary bedroom featuring a wood-burning stove with brick surround and wood mantle. A large, central bathroom sports handsome wainscotting and a clawfoot soaking tub.
Photography by Stephen Buchanan
A large, second bedroom is located in a loft area above the family room, and the third bedroom is equally large with enough space for several beds.
The surrounding property also features outbuildings outfitted with an additional family room, recreational space, and a generous screened-in porch with peaceful pond views.
Listing Agent: Lona Sue Todd, Taylor Properties, 175 Admiral Cochrane Dr., Annapolis, m. 410-310-0222, o. 301-970-2447, lstodd11@outlook.com, taylorprops.com Buyers’ Agent: Joe Hickman, Cross Street Realtors, 201 S. Cross St., Chestertown, m. 410-708-0536, o. 410-788-3779, joe@ csrealtors.com, csrealtors.com
