Waterfront
Address
8and2 Springfield Lane, Williamsport, MD
Price
$ 4,500,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#MDWA2000066
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyWASHINGTON
- CityWilliamsport
- Zip21795
- StyleColonial,Federal,Georgian,Manor
- Price$ 4,500,000
- Bedrooms9
- Full Bathrooms5
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage6446
- Lot Size7.31 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Historic Springfield Farm Village-Circa 1700's-PERHAPS ONE OF THE MOST HISTORIC AMERICAN PROPERTIES TO COME ON THE INTERNATIONAL MARKET IN MEMORY. Springfield exceeds private&governmental criteria in determining national historical significance.A visit here is a tour of 5 centuries of important American history. Springfield features THE NATION'S OLDEST DISTILLARY COMPLEX&IS LOCATED IN A TOWN THAT IS A NATIONAL TOURIST DESTINATION,WHOS C&O NATIONAL PARK ATTRACTS APPROXIMATELY 4 MILLION VISITORS A YEAR. SPRINGFIELD, IT'S OCCUPANTS&FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE HAD MAJOR ROLES IN AMERICAN HISTORY. WARS- French and Indian Wars, War of 1812, Revolutionary War& Civil War. CONFLICTS- Indian Conflicts, Whiskey Rebellion& Native American Encampment. FAMOUS GENERALS Gen. Williams was a Revolutionary War hero, A virtual Whos Who of Civil War luminaries encamped at Springfield& General Braddock traded here during the French and Indian War. CIVIL WAR HISTORY- Springfield&nearby Falling Waters Battlefield were Robert E. Lees final northern soil encampments during the Gettysburg Campaign.1000 wagons of wounded flooded Springfield and the town. Major engagements ensued here before Lee escaped across the Potomac River to Southern soil. The Springfield Distillery saved the town from burning .The Confederate direct reports notified their generals that they could not burn down Williamsport(as they had ransomed other towns) as Williamsport is where we get our whiskey. ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE HISTORY- 17th,18th, 19th,20th &21th century site and architecture& An Early Native American Property transfer predating area English Land Grants. DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE- Several family members were signers.TRANSPORTATION HISTORY- C&O Canal surveyor, Rivertown Founder& Important in the National Road&Railroad Development. PRESIDENTIAL HISTORY- Where George Washington dined when he visited to consider Williamsport for the Nations Capital. Where George Washington stayed when returning from the Whiskey Rebellion. INDUSTRIAL HISTORY- DISTILLERY COMPLEX-OLDEST IN AMERICA- The Still House -4 story Stone distillery structure, circa early to mid 1700s. Spring & Springhouse date to late 1600s to 1727- has piping connected to the distillery. Distillers Quarters,Barrel Fermentation Cellar,Tavern,Carriage House,Livery Stable,Gatekeeper'sHouse & 2 additional barns. This is believed to be the oldest distillery complex in the nation. It even predates George Washingtons Distillery. This property could be the crown jewel of the nations famous historic Whiskey Trail Tourist Attraction, a driving tour of the earliest distilleries. The current crown jewel is The George Washington Mount Vernon Distillery Complex which is not as old & is a total reproduction.The economic possibilities for tours and product branding are impressive. CONTIGUOUS PUBLIC MUNICIPAL AMENITIES- Springfield Barn Museum- one of the states largest bank barns & other period agricultural buildings, modern rest room pavilion, picnic area, gardens, parkland & benches, Civil War Walking Trails and displays, parking, public swimming pool complex& outdoor events center. WALKING DISTANCE - C&O CANAL,NEW NATIONAL PARK & HEADQUARTERS & POTOMAC RIVER. Springfields RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES- 4 residential structures comprising 5 separate homes in the Historic Springfield Farm Village. They are the Manor House - Colonial Wing and the Ballroom Wing, the Still House, the Gate House & the Spring House. Additionally there is a restorable guest cottage. THE MANOR HOUSE- Ballroom, Tavern -now the formal dining room, Public rooms - numerous parlors, library&2 dining rooms, Private Rooms - 9 bedrooms, support facilities, 2 kitchens & prep room. SEE 125 PHOTOGRAPHS, VIRTUAL TOUR, ARIELS AND SLIDESHOW FOR BUILDING INVENTORY, SITE FEATURES, INTERIORS, AND AMENITIES. ASK AGENT FOR DETAILS ON POTENTIAL ZONING.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/16/2021 | Listed $4,500,000 |
General Features
| Accessibility | Other |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer |
| Architectural Style | Colonial, Federal, Georgian, Manor |
| Association Y/N | No |
| Basement | Other, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 3.00 |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 2 |
| Carport Spaces | 3 |
| Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Frame, Masonry, Stone, Wood Siding |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| County | WASHINGTON |
| Days on Market | 825 |
| Exclusions | garden equipment and ornamentation |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Heating | Baseboard - Hot Water |
| Historic Y/N | Yes |
| Interior Features | 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitc |
| Levels | 4 |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 318423.60 |
| New Construction | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade, Below Grade |
| Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Pool Y/N | No Pool |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Price Per Sq Ft | 698.11 |
| Property Type | Residential |
| School District | WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| School District | 121138761341 |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Tax Annual Amount | 0.0 |
| Tax Year | 2020 |
| Total Rooms | 15 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| View | Courtyard, Creek/Stream, Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods |
| Water Access Y/N | Yes |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Year Built | 1750 |
| Zoning | SR |
Interior Features
| Above Grade Finished Area | 6446 |
|---|---|
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 3 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 3 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 8 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 6 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin Sqft Source | Assessor |
| Central Air Y/N | No |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 5 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Hot Water | Electric |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Total Baths | 6 |
| Total Bedrooms | 9 |
| Total Fireplaces | 7 |
Exterior Features
| Living Area | 6446 |
|---|---|
| # Of Detached Carport Spaces | 3 |
| Lot Size Acres | 7.31 |
| Lot Size Source | Estimated |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Total Parking Spaces | 3 |
| Type of Parking | Detached Carport, Driveway, Other |
| Water Body Type | Creek |
| Water Oriented Y/N | Yes |
| Water Source | Public |
| Water View Y/N | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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