FAERIES FOLLY situated directly on Chester River on Eastern Shore of Maryland

FAERIES FOLLY   Rarely does one find a 1904 house in such fine condition. There is a true sense one has arrived “home”. A long list of important improvements and additions available. Property is located directly on the Chester River but house is situated well above the river out of flood zone which gives peaceful views to the Chester River from wrap-around porches.  One can observe and enjoy ducks, geese, beavers and many species of birds. Original features abound everywhere and have been carefully retained and maintained. Original playful stained glass windows everywhere. Wood floors and ceiling fans throughout. View of Chester River from every room. All of the charm and comforts of “grandmother’s house” . Inviting KITCHEN, with all new stainless appliances, soapstone counter and artistic brick/tile splash board above stove, ceiling fan, countertop eating, exit to wrap around porch. Back stairway. Spacious rooms with high ceilings. Adjacent to driveway entrance and laundry/mud room. Separate DINING ROOM with most unusual original fireplace mantel and trim, bay window with view of Chester River. Gas log insert. Formal ENTRANCE HALL with ornate original oak newel post and stairway. Beautifully handmade tiles on risers. each an individual design of flora. Stunning green and white harlequin tile floor. Original front door with original molded brass hardware. Full bath off entrance hall with tile floor, claw foot tub and pedestal sink and tile mural crafted by same Artist as stair risers. SECOND FLOOR – three BEDROOMS. painted floors, views of the River. Bay window in Master Bedroom. One bedroom could easily be home office. Multiple stained-glass windows and paddle fans in each bedroom. Working bedroom transoms over doors create ventilation as originally designed.  Attic is spacious and restored with plenty headroom and multiple dormer windows. Great space for recreation, exercise areasmall village in a rural setting. There are several parks nearby that include waterfront access, trails, tennis courts, ball field, basketball court and pool. COMMUTING DISTANCES: (approx.): Just 12 miles from Chestertown and Washington College. Annapolis = approx. 1 Hr, Wilmington = approx. 1 Hr, Philadelphia 1.5 hr. Middletown 15 min. Cypress Branch State Park 1 mile, Public pool with tennis court = 3 minutes away.

Details

Property ID
570193

3
Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

Square Footage
2375

Lot Size
.82

Year Built
1904

Style
Folk Victorian

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