1741 Monkton Rd

Monkton, MD 21111

This listing consists of three tax parcels that total 12.8 acres sold together. Bridge House, circa 1764, is being offered for sale for the first time in 48 years. Lovingly restored by the current owners, this stone property exhibits remarkable 18th century woodwork revealed in its paneling, cornices, chair rails, moldings and random width pine floors. There are six working fireplaces. Updated HVAC systems. In addition to the main house, appendages include a smoke house, tool house, garage, 4 stall barn 28x23, corn crib and an outhouse. There is a saltwater heated pool, kennel and small greenhouse. Enjoy riding out in horse country, fly fish, kayak, canoe, tube or go for a dip in the Gunpowder Falls that goes through the farm. A large front porch offers a relaxing place to watch the horses graze in the fields that surround the house. A walled garden is a perfect spot for alfresco dining. Bridge House located in the Hereford School Zone, with Blue Ribbon schools in Sparks and Hereford. It is 3 miles from Hereford and 15 minutes to Hunt Valley. Great cable and cell service. Situated within My Lady's Manor, it has been on the Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage twice, and both the Baltimore Symphony and Jerusalem Mill house tours. The owners' interest in preservation is reflected in easements they granted to the Manor Conservancy and the Maryland Land Trust. The Bridge House is filled with history, warmth and charm.