Primary Structure Built: 1881
Sold For: $1,440,000
Original List Price: $1,750,000
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 4
Living Space: 4,020 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size: 0.13
Truly one of Annapolis’ standout signature properties is this Queen Anne Revival/manor-style home with its impressive brick and beam construction. From the moment you step on the front porch you feel transported back in time and experience the sense of history a home of this character conveys.
A genteel front porch setting where one can look upon the lovely tree-lined street leads you to the spacious formal entry with its set of double doors with upper glass panels. Once in the space you are struck by the home’s first taste of its character-inducing woodwork and its 12-foot ceilings. This space alone is large enough for cocktail party-type entertaining with overflow space off to the left of the front door where you’ll enter the home’s gracious formal living room. This space offers an ornate period-style fireplace with converted gas insert, impeccable light hardwoods, a cozy alcove for reading, and windows with charming craftsman style inserts.
This level also accommodates formal dining in a grand style in the gorgeous dining room with its own converted gas fireplace, lovely original hardwoods, and even a portrait of the home’s original owner on the wall to, no doubt, spark lively dinner conversation of this dwelling’s historical significance.
Steps away is a large, gourmet kitchen oozing with Old World charm optimally blended with modern day conveniences. The hearth in this room alone with its rustic brick inset and built-in shelving to the side is a statement-maker. An enticing watery green tile backsplash wonderfully offsets the room’s two-tone custom cabinetry with painted white woods on the top and a warm chestnut below. The farmhouse sink is framed with a charming three-panel arch window with insets and the alabaster white countertops provide the icing on the cake of a chef’s dream kitchen. Lest we forget the exquisite and well-appointed period style butler’s pantry providing extra prep and storage space.
Throughout the home you’ll find exquisite original details including elaborately carved woodwork, oversized coved moldings, a variety of built-ins, and ornate brass hardware. The main level also features a private side entrance, mudroom, full bath, and laundry facilities.
Upstairs, the home’s prior servants’ quarters have been converted to three generous-sized bedrooms and a full bath. A few steps above this level you’ll find the home’s oversized master bedroom suite that boasts a gas fireplace and a plethora of built-in custom cabinetry. This room flows into the spa-like master bath retreat, again offering vintage details blended with modern conveniences. Just beyond the master is a library with beautiful bookshelves, a built-in desk area, fireplace, and great views.
Outside of the home there is a welcoming courtyard for multi-level entertaining adorned with brick pavers, an inviting fence line, and mature trees. Enjoy cocktails here and then take a short walk along the cobblestoned streets of Annapolis for an evening of dining in the historic downtown.
Listing Agent: David Orso; Compass Real Estate; 8 Evergreen Road, Severna Park; m. 443-691-0838; o. 443-372-7171; david@davidorso.com; davidorso.com
Buyer’s Agent: Cheryl Jersey-Lecourt; Long & Foster Real Estate | Christie’s International Real Estate; 320 6th Street, Annapolis; m. 410-271-3387; o. 410-260-2800; cjl@lnf.com; longandfoster.com
