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Wow, Just Wow!
By Lisa J. Gotto
This stunning home has it all! Room to spread out, creative spaces galore, glorious water views and grounds, and top-of-the line amenities and details. From its lower level living quarters, to its second story au-pair suite, this home says, “Come stay, live, play,” and is situated across from Blackwalnut Creek in a protected forest area.
Upon walking up to the front porch of this beautiful Southern Colonial-style home, you will be impressed with how such a large home is still so welcoming and accommodating. The porch is perfectly suited for rocking and reading in the early morning or evening with a warm beverage or an iced tea depending on the season.
Lovers of the outdoors and creek views may also enjoy both from multiple decks on the home, as well as a beautiful balcony off the master suite on the home’s second level.
Main level living is spacious and open while maintaining a sense of warmth and closeness with rich, dark hardwood floors throughout, playing off of the light and bright appointments of the kitchen and main living space. The kitchen is an all-white lover’s dream with farmhouse appeal. A white subway tile backsplash over the room’s professional chef grade gas stove with double oven, a enormous center island dressed with a gleaming black granite countertop, and a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors offering water views are among the room’s highlights. Primary Structure Built: 2008 Sold For: $1,280,000 Original List Price: $1,350,000 Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Full, 1 Half Living Space: 3,048 sq. ft. Lot Size: 0.57 acres
This room flows into the light and bright main living room with its cozy gas fireplace with brick inset and Federal-style mantle. The perfect space for before- or after-dinner chats with friends and family on those chillier fall and winter days. The main floor also offers a spacious main bedroom and separate bath.
A gorgeous master suite located on the second floor fitted with a private balcony, extended seating area, generous walk-in closet, and a spalike bath with soaking tub make this a spacious oasis and retreat in its own right. This floor offers a second bedroom with private bath, as well.
This home’s prime location and wealth of lodging opportunities create excellent rental potential. On the same level as the master, you’ll find a self-contained au-pair suite fitted with many of the same amenities, such as decorative moldings and wainscoting, as the home’s main living areas. Another separate living area can be found on the home’s lower level. It boasts a main living area, bonus room, full bed and bath, and a well-appointed kitchen.
Surrounding the home is an expertly installed and well-maintained multi-level landscape with luscious perennials, many seating areas to take in creek and Chesapeake views, as well as views of the home’s private pier and kayak launch. The only view you don’t get is that of surrounding homes, which makes this property a uniquely private paradise just minutes away from the historic and gracious city of Annapolis.
Listing Agent: Dawn Whaley; Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage; 4 Church Circle, Annapolis; o. 410-263-8686; m. 410-570-2243; dawn.whaley@cbmove.com; buy-sellwithdawnwhaley.com
Buyer’s Agent: Brain Mayer; The Mayer Croup of eXp Realty; 137 National Plaza, Suite 300, National Harbor; o. 888-860-7369; m. 443-624-9398; brian@themayergroup.net; md.exprealty.com
An American Craftsman Beauty
By Lisa J. Gotto
Nearly brand new and completely beautiful, this Craftsman-style home in Annapolis’s highly desired Murray Hill neighborhood combines an exceptional location with “home sweet home” charm. First impressions show a home that blends in well with the period architecture of the community, a noticeable attention to detail, and flair for design. A white picket fence and a cheery porch complete with a red front door welcome all who enter the main level living area awash in natural light.
The home’s main level is accented with woodwork and molding consistent with Craftsman-style and painted white, setting off a wonderful contrast with the rich, dark hardwoods that flow throughout. A quaint front parlor opens to the home’s large, light, and all-white farmhouse kitchen with custom cabinetry throughout. A sizeable, quartz-topped island with the ability to seat four takes center stage. A six-burner gourmet gas stove, wine fridge, and accent cabinetry with glass front panels add utility and style to the space, which flows into the main living Primary Structure Built: 2018 Sold For: $1,250,000
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area with its coffered ceiling and over-sized windows. This gathering space flows from the dining area to a formal living space with an inviting fireside seating area.
A spacious family room, a full bedroom with bath, and space for a home gym is
available for guests and any workout enthusiasts in the family on the home’s lower level.
The home’s spacious master bedroom suite is located on the upper level and includes a luxuriously-tiled master bath with dual sinks and roomy walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms, any of which would make an excellent dedicated office space, as well as second-level laundry facilities are available on this level.
Nestled into .13 acres, the property is surrounded with attractive and well-conceived landscaping creating a cozy outdoor living room vibe. The home’s proximity to Spa Creek also makes this property perfect for personal watercraft lovers who are just steps away from taking to the creek by kayak or perhaps even by water taxi for a quick jaunt to historic downtown Annapolis.
Listing Agent: Sarah Greenlee Morse; Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage; 4 Church Circle, Annapolis; m. 410-303-1522; o. 410-263-8686; sarah.morse@cbmove.com; sarahgmorse.com
Buyer’s Agent: Mary Kay Gordon; Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage; 4 Church Circle, Annapolis; m. 410-991-6047; o. 410-263-8686; marykay. gordon@cbmove.com; marykaygordon.com
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