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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Coming Soon
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,612 sqft
Price per Sqft $767
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID MDTA2012154
Style Ranch/Rambler
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,612
Year Built 1968
Available Date 2025-10-28
Annual Tax Amount $5,204
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.493 Acres
Acres 0.49
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Nestled on nearly half an acre with scenic frontage along Old House Cove, this quintessential Eastern Shore property offers a rare combination of waterfront serenity, literary history, and timeless design. The expansive parcel provides privacy in a highly desirable location, just minutes from the heart of St. Michael's—one of Maryland's most beloved waterfront towns.
Formerly owned by the poet and author Gilbert Byron who was often called “the Chesapeake Thoreau,” it is easy to see how the tranquil setting on Old House Cove inspired much of his writing. Originally built in 1965, the main house has been thoughtfully updated to blend classic Eastern Shore style with relaxed modern comfort. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area centers around a gas fireplace - all with sweeping water views. Added in 1993, the spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. The waterside screened porch is the perfect place to unwind, enjoy the gentle breeze off the water and watch sailboats glide across the cove toward San Domingo Creek.
Connected to the main home by a charming pergola walkway, the large carriage house and garage—also constructed in 1993 —includes two bays, one with double doors for boat access. The upper-level guest suite feels like a private treehouse retreat, complete with its own deck and sweeping views of the cove. Together, the main residence and guest suite create an ideal opportunity to expand the property and craft the waterfront home of your dreams—offering privacy, flexibility, and direct access to the property's stunning setting.
Outdoor living is a true highlight of this property. A generous brick terrace provides the perfect space for alfresco dining or entertaining just steps from the water's edge. The property features approximately 130 feet of rip-rapped shoreline, a sandy kayak launch area, and a private pier equipped with one slip, an 8000 lb boat lift, and 2.5' MLW—ideal easy access to the Bay.
Beautiful mature trees, lush landscaping, and a circular drive create an estate-like approach. The property is served by two wells and two septic systems, and sits comfortably in Flood Zone X (no flood insurance required). The area has been approved for public sewer hookup, offering excellent potential for future expansion or reconfiguration to suit your vision.
This is a rare opportunity to own a timeless waterfront retreat—where Eastern Shore charm, literary heritage, and modern comfort come together just minutes from the world-class dining, sailing, and small-town allure of St. Michael's, Maryland.
Location
State MD
County Talbot
Zoning R
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Interior
Hot Water Oil, Electric
Heating Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Oil
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Screened, Porch(es), Patio(s)
Parking Features Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Rear Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Waterfront Description Rip-Rap,Private Dock Site
Water Access Y
Water Access Desc Boat - Powered,Canoe/Kayak,Fishing Allowed,Personal Watercraft (PWC),Private Access,Waterski/Wakeboard
View Water, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Architectural Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Screened, Porch(es), Patio(s)
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Rip-Rapped, Private
Story 1
Foundation Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 1612
Sewer Private Septic Tank, Other
Water Well
Architectural Style Ranch/Rambler
Level or Stories 1
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
High Schools Call School Board
School District Talbot County Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 2102082659
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 1612
Horse Property N
Special Listing Condition Standard
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John Martinich
Co-Owner | License ID: VA-0225221526
Co-Owner License ID: VA-0225221526