Blank Canvas Classic

By Lisa J. Gotto

| Photography by Michele Sheiko

This pre-war, classic home in Eastport has been expertly updated in all the right places. Clean lines and modern amenities shine against a crisp, white backdrop and blank canvas in this 1,500 square-foot Craftsman-style home.

Inside, the home retains a sense of nostalgia with its original radiators, trim work, and antique glass doorknobs. Upon entry through the arch-framed front door, guests are welcomed to a lovely, light living space with gleaming restored hardwoods and a gorgeous, wood-burning fireplace with attractive panel insert design.

To the right of the foyer, a modern, roomy, eat-in kitchen with black granite countertops and an all stainless steel appliance package has the vibe of a great entertaining space, as well. New, overhead modern lighting throughout adds a sleek balance to the space’s odd bones. A pass-through in the kitchen maintains clear connections with guests in the living room.

There is extra space for dining adjacent to the living room and the first floor offers an accommodation for a mudroom, a first floor full bath, and a bedroom. The newly remodeled bath features sparkly-white subway tiles, a beautiful, vessel sink vanity, and a large shower with built-in bench.

A gorgeous, two-toned staircase with architectural details leads to the home’s additional three bedrooms with their characteristic hardwood floors and a full bath.

Outside, a long porch with a charming, beamed ceiling and Craftsman railing detail is just the beginning of this property’s creative landscaping and outdoor living space. A spacious, fenced-in yard and patio complete with built-in benches of concrete and treated wood, provide the perfect spot for its concrete firepit vessel with tons of fireside seating. Two separate, but defined, gathering areas make great spaces for dining and outdoor living room lounging. A large, adjacent backyard greenspace, could be the site of a future in-ground pool, should the new homeowners choose to do so.

In fact, for the homeowners this will be one of various options they will be exploring with this property’s advantageous proximity to downtown Annapolis and a plethora of events, shops, and restaurants within walking distance.

Listing Agent: Michele Cordle; Annapolis Fine Homes | Long & Foster Real Estate; 145 Main Street, Annapolis; m. 410-562-8680; o. 410-263-3400; michelecordle@ gmail.com; longandfoster.com

Buyers’ Agent: Jennie Melvin; Compass Real Estate; 1 Park Place, Annapolis; m. 443223-2771; o. 410429-7425; jennie. melvin@compass. com; compass.com