***Welcome to the Historic Country Estate known as "Shipley's Adventure" where Old World charm meets updated modern comfort!**Nestled among the rolling hills of Howard County and lovingly maintained, upgraded, and restored by its present owner, there are too many updates to list****This special property is rich with history - historic figures having visited, generations of families, and a past thriving vineyard***
All brick stately exterior with lovely covered portico to greet you upon arrival*** Step into foyer entrance to find original pine floors restored for a warm and rustic feel***To the left is a large bright and inviting Living Room that features one of 4 original fireplaces**Share Holiday meals in the gracious Dining Room with another grand fireplace***Privately tucked away off of Dining Room is a cozy library with yet another fireplace, built-in bookshelves, two sets of lovely dutch doors that open to 2 separate private brick patios!**Remodeled Chef's kitchen features huge center island, custom granite countertops, GE Monogram series double oven, Oversized 48" double door Refrigerator, Induction Cooktop, Instant hot Pot-filler, Commercial grade stainless steel hood, custom cabinetry, tile backsplash, and stone wall**Enjoy the warmth of the beamed ceilings in Family Room and large brick Fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves**There is a back stairway and side door entrance with Terrazzo tile and custom barn doors**Upstairs is the Private Owner's Suite with attached spa-like renovated bath***2nd level spacious Laundry Room with sink also!**
4 more generous sized bedrooms and another renovated full bath in private wings on the 2nd level***Lower level fully finished Recreation Room has lifetime warranty vinyl plank flooring and more built in shelves*** A full utility bath and storage is in rear of basement***Some of the new /replaced major items are: 2 high efficiency HVAC units with oil back-up heat, Upgraded electric, updated Septic, new well 2014, custom paint and upgraded light fixtures throughout - see brochure for complete list of upgrades**
Outdoors is a relaxing renovated/updated pool for summertime dips and parties complete with poolhouse, and all needed newer pool equipment including cover!**Amazing added bonus is the original 3 story 40 x 60 bank barn with stone foundation - it has been updated with new support beams and electric and still has original stables in lower level**
NOTE: Property is in the newly created subdivision of McCann Estates East and West and will have 4 more gorgeous custom estates on surrounding 3 acre lots - A new street entry will be constructed from McCann Farm Rd to service this property and the other adjoining estates**Current existing gravel driveway will be closed**
Great access to Routes 70,97, 144, shopping , and award winning schools!