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Real Estate Stunning
Stewards of Stillwater
By Lisa J. Gotto
For those who yearn to get away from it all, this 44acre Talbot County property, known as Stillwater, is the idyllic setting to do just that. The traditional two-story brick colonial on Island Creek is not just a home but part of an estate perfect the sportsman or woman and those who enjoy the equestrian lifestyle.
Inside, the spacious home has many of the features prized by families who love to entertain. A spacious, two-story foyer welcomes you the residence’s open living design plan. The kitchen is truly the heart of this home with its warm cherry wood cabinetry, large, granite-topped center island, and seating for six in its cheery breakfast area.
This warmth flows through to the home’s family room with its beautiful carved wood hearth and accents of crown molding. An adjacent formal dining area is available on this level for special occasions, as is a formal living room, an exercise room with therapy pool, a lovely screened in sunroom and an age-in-place master bedroom suite. Upstairs, there are four additional bedrooms and a game room that looks more like a totally tricked-out arcade.
Primary Structure Built: 2001 Sold For: $1,775,000 Original List Price: $1,995,000 Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Full, 2 Half Living Space: 6,062 sq. ft. Lot Size: 44.11 acres
Outside, the fun is just beginning on the lush and well-manicured grounds with the large in-ground pool, extended patio space for entertaining, a pool house, and a beautifully appointed guest house for extended stays. Meander about the grounds and you’ll find the property’s well-maintained four-stall horse barn, soothing pasture, and serene views of Island Creek.
Whether you want to head down the dock and hop in the boat or hop up in the saddle, this property offers the quality of life so welcomed in our hectic world.
“The buyers had been searching for a property that felt like a true Eastern Shore waterfront estate, one that would also allow the privilege of hunting, farming, and caring for horses or sheep on their own land,” said buyers’ agent Brian Petzold of Chesapeake Bay Properties. Location was key, he explained. “The idea of a complete change in lifestyle with the experience of raising a family on a tranquil farm where all members must contribute and work together was appealing and part of their motivation to move here. They look forward to being caring stewards of the land.”
Listing Agent: Eddie Mangold; Benson & Mangold Real Estate; o. 410-822-6665; m. 410-310-6867; eddie@bensonandmangold.com; bensonandmangold.com
Buyer’s Agent: Brian Petzold; Chesapeake Bay Properties; 102 N. Harrison Street, Easton; o. 410-820-8008; m. 410-725-6852; brianpetzold@hotmail.com; chesapeakebayproperty.com
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HOME REAL ESTATE
Exquisite. Traditional. Palatial.
By Lisa J. Gotto
This exceptionally well-designed and quality-built home on the deep Harris Creek provides the perfect setting for multi-generational family gatherings indoors and out. Coming in at nearly 5,000 square feet, this waterfront home in tranquil McDaniel makes a great first impression with its hardi-plank exterior with stone and shingle features. A spacious entry shows this home has a flair for blending the old with the new beautifully with its nostalgia-inducing front door and woodwork. Light knotty pine flooring flows throughout.
The entire main level offers much natural light and conveys a feeling of comfort despite its size. The all-white gourmet kitchen has farmhouse appeal with its custom cabinetry, gorgeous crown molding, two-level center island that seats four, and a six-burner gas stove. This room also offers a series of sliding glass door panels that take you effortlessly out to spacious sunroom. A 32- by 30-foot family room on this level features a lovely wood-burning fireplace. This floor also boasts a convenient master bedroom and marble master bathroom with heated floors. The second floor offers a separate sitting room and three lovely light and bright bedrooms, two of which have balconies that overlook the home’s pool and gracious patio entertaining area. Some of this outdoor space is setoff as a wrap-around porch and is completely undercover, so too much sun is never an issue. Underneath, there’s plenty of space for two dedicated dining areas and dancing undercover, should someone be so inclined.
When the new homeowners are ready for some fun out on the water, all they need to
do is walk out to their private pier and boat slip, and take a quick trip on Harris Creek. Nearby St. Michaels awaits with its wealth of dining, shopping, and leisure activities making for a quintessential Eastern Shore day.
Listing Agent: Cornelia Heckenbach; Long & Foster Real Estate; 109 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels; m. 410310-1229; info@corneliaheckenbach. com; stmichaelsmdwaterfront.com
Buyer’s Agent: Rachel Harrison; Long & Foster Real Estate; 109 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels; m. 443-786-4502; rachel.harrison@ lnf.com; longandfoster.com/rachelharrison
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