Colonial, Other, Victorian

1850's Victorian era farmhouse on 8 secluded acres in very southern Frederick County with quick and easy access to both I270 and I70, and the DC Metro area. The property is ca. 32 miles from Bethesda/DC line. The farmhouse is a traditional center-hall structure with the kichen in the ell. The house has 3 bedrooms, one with a loft and a skylight, and a finished, carpeted basement. There is a very large 2nd floor bathrooom with shower/tub and dual sinks and a half bathroom on the 1st floor. Outside, the house has 3 decks and a flagstone patio bordered by a stonewall and garden  In addition to the brick farmhouse, the property has a 2 floor 25' x 25' structure, solid and usable for storage or as a generously spaced workshop.  The property was originally a dairy farm and water comes from a spring fully enclosed and producing substantial outflow which passes through a springhouse and supports a good crop of watercress.  The 8 acres are completely surrounded by undeveloped farmland usually planted with either soybeans or corn. With leaves on the trees, no lights from other houses are visible. Wildlife abound: deer, wild turkey, foxes and woodchucks are seen virtually every day. A peacock has taken up residence, and likely expects to stay. In addition to access to a county maintained road, the property conveys with a farmlane right-of- way that leads directly to Md Rt 355. The house has many modern improvements and upgrades while maintaining its historic integrity. Recent roof replacement, new spring well pump, new on-demand hotwater heater, and recent heat-pump system replacement. Most interior walls are studded and insulated making it possible for the house to be heated by two wood stoves which convey. This unique property offers the best of two worlds. - secluded and serene with captivating views, yet not remote; it has very close access to I270 in both directions yet is just a little over a mile from a full range of stores and amenities. It is possible to live as if you are in Vermont while providing quick access to Montgomery County and the DC Metro area.