The Gentlemen’s Farm

The Gentleman’s Farm

By Lisa J. Gotto

Taking its rightful place among the most historic homes on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, this incredible estate offers more than 7,000 square-feet of exquisite living in its main home and the convenience of a separate, 1,400-square-foot guest cottage.

Located in Oxford on 200 acres, the property sits quietly at the head of Town Creek. Its scenic beauty includes 50 wooded acres which provide ample recreational pursuits for naturalists and a haven for numerous species of game.

“The Eastern Shore of Maryland enjoys a historic landscape with significant homes built by our founding fathers. Plimhimmon is no exception,” says Coard Benson of Benson & Mangold Real Estate. “With its origin dating to 1659, this property boasts a notably improved brick manor first built in the mid 1700s by Matthew Tilghman and completely restored and improved by the recent owners.”

The tranquility of a robin’s eggshell blue on the walls greets guests as they enter the home, as does the warm and charming look of the entry’s original hardwood floors. From the foyer, guests can enter the home’s gracious living room on the left. Throughout the home there is a wealth of gorgeous trim work and crown molding. A handsome Federal-style fireplace takes center stage in the living room, (one of many original restored fireplaces throughout the home), which also grants access to a lovely sunroom with a casual eating area and great views.

Listing & Buyer’s Agent: Coard Benson; Benson & Mangold Real Estate; 24 N. Washington St., Easton; m. 410-310-4909; o. 410770-9255; coard@coardbenson.com; coardbenson.com Primary Structure Built: 1767 Sold For: $6,750,000 Original List Price: $7,965,000 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 4 Full, 2 Half Living Space: 8,867 Sq. Ft. vLot Size: 200 acres

Beneath the grand archway to right of the entry hall, the home expands to a formal dining room and then flows down the back hall to a gorgeous, large, country kitchen with wide plank slate tile floors, gorgeous bead board cabinetry, apron sink, and a center island with butcher block top to match the rest of the counters.

Juxtaposed along with every modern amenity prized by the 21st century homeowner, this room retains its original brick hearth with a rich, cherry wood mantel and an attractive dining area framed with large windows and upholstered bench seating—perfect for a cozy morning coffee.

This six-bedroom property has also been updated with a geothermal heating and cooling system, and offers the convenience of an elevator, an apartment over the garage in addition to the guest cottage, and a 90-foot pier with three-feet of water.

“Between the manor house, waterside guest cottage, the detached studio/garage, and historic barn converted with a workshop and office, Plimhimmon provides room for all to enjoy this retreat on Maryland’s Eastern Shore,” Benson states.