152 Main St

Preston, MD 21655

Stunning from the moment you step into the Grand Foyer and stand in awe of the amazing features that greet you. This home has been painstakingly restored combining the old and new flawlessly. There are many modern updates while maintaining the timeless features and details throughout. The gentlemans parlor off the foyer is a great space to relax and unwind by the gas fireplace surrounded by an original mantel, millwork and leaded glass built ins. Two leaded glass windows flank the fireplace and are operational. They still serve the original purpose of providing ventilation between the gentleman?s parlor, formal dining room. and remainder of the home. To the left of the foyer you enter the Ladies Parlor which is as inviting as it is elegant. You will find more original millwork, leaded glass built ins and another fireplace. However, the showstopper in this parlor is the French doors and Palladian Spider Arch window that leads into the sunroom. The sunroom is also called the Sun Catcher Room as it is flooded with natural light with views of the pool and enormous lush backyard. Another special feature of this room is the Pink Marble flooring and crown molding. The kitchen is open, spacious, bright and offers a tray ceiling and durable bamboo flooring. The kitchen is adjoined by a very versatile space that is currently used as a sitting room but could easily serve as a breakfast nook complete with a pellet stove. The formal dining room is gorgeous and offers hardwood floors, original mantel, leaded glass built ins and crown molding. The second floor opens wide with an impressive hall that the current owners refer to as the gallery as it is a special place to display your favorite artwork or collectibles. The second floor features four spectacular bedrooms, sitting room, office, laundry room and a renovated screened sleeping porch constructed with composite decking. The 2nd floor hall bath is quite large and it truly one of a kind with heated floors, custom tilework and an oversized tiled shower. The master bedroom is quite special with vaulted 15 foot ceilings, floor to ceiling shiplap and beautiful moldings The en suite bath is impressive and features. a claw foot tub and custom tilework. Under the carpet, throughout the second floor , you will find heart pine flooring the current owners prefer the warmth and comfort of carpet but revealing the original hardwoods is a possibility. You will find a 2nd stairway at the back of the home that allows easy access to the kitchen. A full stairway off the 2nd floor hall gallery leads to what could become a third floor adding more living space . This space offers 15 by 49 feet of unfinished attic space with heart pine flooring throughout. The possibilities for this space are endless. Another great feature of this home is the basement with concrete floor which is great for storage, houses the hot water heater and the furnace. Exterior features include a huge wrap around porch, 18 by 35 Inground Pool, 12 by 24 workshop and a custom Amish built pavilion perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This large fully fenced yard could be your own private oasis. Great location approx 10 miles to Easton. Easton is a historic gem on Marylands Eastern Shore offering shopping, dining and many other modern amenities. Easy access to Rte 50 make for an easy commute. Owners will provide a one year home warranty at settlement.