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1825 Francis Scott Key Highway

KEYMAR, MD 21757
  • $325,000
  • STATUS: Active Under Contract
  • ON SITE: 35 Days
  • ID#: MDCR2024054
Under Contract
UPDATED: 69 min ago
$325,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 1.02
    ACRES
  • 1
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 3,052
    SQFT
  • $106
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1750
County:

School Information

Elementary School:
Middle School:

Description

Own a unique piece of Maryland history. Welcome to 1825 Francis Scott Key Hwy. This home stands proudly on land that was originally owned by the Francis Scott Key Family, as part of an estate spanning over 2,000 acres of farmland. Starting as a modest 4 room log structure, built in 1750, this home has withstood the test of time. The formal dining room, dating to the original build, still boasts the mantlepiece, chair rails and random width wide plank floors used in the mid 1700s. The original front door is still standing to invite guests in, over 275 years later. You will note that this original treasure has a raised panel and stands shorter and wider than current day equivalents. The house saw the first of several renovations in 1791, adding a master bedroom and living room to the structure, as well as the addition of clapboard siding over the original logs " giving it the historical colonial feel. The year 1840 saw the addition of a true kitchen, replacing the original summer kitchen that had been used for the first century. As well as a small secondary staircase and additional guest accommodation upstairs.The current owners KNEW this was their home from the moment they saw it. After driving by the house for years, the opportunity presented itself to make it their own, shortly after retirement. No strangers to renovation, they had restored other homes and brought their love of American History to this project in 1989. Through their stewardship the house saw a complete renovation " taking nearly 5 years to complete. Taking painstaking care to integrate the original details, mixed with modern convenience, the couple forth to make this home a true example of American charm. The 1990 renovation included (but was not limited to) big changes such as the addition of the library wing " added square footage as well as a bridge between the main home and the summer kitchen, making it a truly usable floorplan. The exterior was converted back to the original style clapboard siding, from the vinyl siding that has been applied by the previous owner. The house was rewired, replumbed and a new main level powder room was added. In detailing the original build, the logs in the kitchen are were also exposed, shining a light on the original materials. Windy Acres has been mentioned in several newspaper articles, issues of magazines including the July 1994 issue of County Living and spent many years as a highlight on the Taneytown House Tour route. Today the home stands on just over 1 acre and boasts more than 3,000 sq ft above grade. With stunning views in all directions and original plantings, the house is sure to please. The screened side porch and kitchen garden/small pond lend an amazing backdrop for entertaining or simply enjoying the breeze. Unfortunately, in recent years, the care and upkeep of the home has become difficult. The home has been lovingly cared for but is in need of a new owner to bring her back to glory once more. An owner who can see the vision of owning a piece of history while having all of the modern conveniences at hand. The home does boast a few new upgrades including foundation work (2024), a new roof (2024) and a new oil furnace (2024). Ease of mind to be able to move right in and work at your own pace.We are pleased to present this amazing opportunity and know that the right owner will see all of the potential of this homestead.

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1825 Francis Scott Key Highway KEYMAR, MD 21757

  • Price: $325,000
  • Status: Active Under Contract
  • On Site: 35 Days
  • Updated: 69 min ago
  • ID#: MDCR2024054
4
Beds
1
Baths
1
½ Baths
1.02
Acres
3,052
SQFT
$106
$/SQFT
1750
Built
Neighborhood:
None Available
County:
Carroll
Elementary School:
Taneytown
Middle School:
Northwest
High School:
Francis Scott Key Senior
School District:
Carroll County Public Schools
Property Description
Own a unique piece of Maryland history. Welcome to 1825 Francis Scott Key Hwy. This home stands proudly on land that was originally owned by the Francis Scott Key Family, as part of an estate spanning over 2,000 acres of farmland. Starting as a modest 4 room log structure, built in 1750, this home has withstood the test of time. The formal dining room, dating to the original build, still boasts the mantlepiece, chair rails and random width wide plank floors used in the mid 1700s. The original front door is still standing to invite guests in, over 275 years later. You will note that this original treasure has a raised panel and stands shorter and wider than current day equivalents. The house saw the first of several renovations in 1791, adding a master bedroom and living room to the structure, as well as the addition of clapboard siding over the original logs " giving it the historical colonial feel. The year 1840 saw the addition of a true kitchen, replacing the original summer kitchen that had been used for the first century. As well as a small secondary staircase and additional guest accommodation upstairs.The current owners KNEW this was their home from the moment they saw it. After driving by the house for years, the opportunity presented itself to make it their own, shortly after retirement. No strangers to renovation, they had restored other homes and brought their love of American History to this project in 1989. Through their stewardship the house saw a complete renovation " taking nearly 5 years to complete. Taking painstaking care to integrate the original details, mixed with modern convenience, the couple forth to make this home a true example of American charm. The 1990 renovation included (but was not limited to) big changes such as the addition of the library wing " added square footage as well as a bridge between the main home and the summer kitchen, making it a truly usable floorplan. The exterior was converted back to the original style clapboard siding, from the vinyl siding that has been applied by the previous owner. The house was rewired, replumbed and a new main level powder room was added. In detailing the original build, the logs in the kitchen are were also exposed, shining a light on the original materials. Windy Acres has been mentioned in several newspaper articles, issues of magazines including the July 1994 issue of County Living and spent many years as a highlight on the Taneytown House Tour route. Today the home stands on just over 1 acre and boasts more than 3,000 sq ft above grade. With stunning views in all directions and original plantings, the house is sure to please. The screened side porch and kitchen garden/small pond lend an amazing backdrop for entertaining or simply enjoying the breeze. Unfortunately, in recent years, the care and upkeep of the home has become difficult. The home has been lovingly cared for but is in need of a new owner to bring her back to glory once more. An owner who can see the vision of owning a piece of history while having all of the modern conveniences at hand. The home does boast a few new upgrades including foundation work (2024), a new roof (2024) and a new oil furnace (2024). Ease of mind to be able to move right in and work at your own pace.We are pleased to present this amazing opportunity and know that the right owner will see all of the potential of this homestead.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style ColonialFarmhouse/National Folk Construction Materials MasonryWood Siding Exterior Features Extensive Hardscape Fencing WoodPartially Garage YN No Location Type Rural Other Structures Shed Parking Features Gravel Driveway Parking Types Driveway Patio And Porch Features Porch(es)Screened Pool No Pool Roof AsphaltShingleMetal Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 3052 Appliances DryerWasherDishwasherDisposalRefrigeratorOven/Range - ElectricWater Heater Basement Outside EntrancePartialWalkout Stairs Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 0 Below Grade Unfinished Area 840 Cooling Central A/CWindow Unit(s) Fireplace Features Mantel(s)Non-FunctioningGas/PropaneBrick Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 5 Flooring HardwoodSolid HardwoodTile/BrickWood Furnished No Heating Forced AirHeat Pump(s)Zoned Heating YN Yes Interior Features AtticBathroom - Tub ShowerBuilt-InsChair RailingsExposed BeamsFloor Plan - TraditionalFormal/Separate Dining RoomKitchen - Table SpaceWater Treat SystemWood Floors Laundry Type Dryer In UnitHas LaundryHookupMain FloorWasher In Unit Levels 4 Main Level Bedrooms 0 Pets Allowed No Pet Restrictions Room List Living RoomDining RoomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4KitchenDenBasementBedroom 1LaundryOfficeBathroom 1AtticHalf BathScreened Porch Spa YN No Upper Level1 Bedrooms 4 Walls Ceilings Plaster Walls

Property Features

Accessibility Features None Association YN No Central Air YN Yes Condo YN No Cooling Fuel Electric Foundation Details Stone Heating Fuel ElectricOil Hot Water Multi-tankElectric Lease Considered YN No Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 803499254914 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Pets Allowed YN Yes Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer Septic Exists Structure Design Type Detached Tax Annual Amount 3213.00 Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Well Zoning AGRIC

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