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2230 Shields Drive

DUNKIRK, MD 20754
  • $1,990,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 33 Days
  • ID#: MDCA2029218
$1,990,000
  • 6
    BEDS
  • 3
    ACRES
  • 6
    BATHS
  • 2
    1/2 BATHS
  • 5,802
    SQFT
  • $343
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1986
County:

School Information

Elementary School:
Middle School:
High School:

Description

An Estate of Enduring DistinctionThere are homes designed for a moment, and there are homes designed to transcend one.Set on three expertly landscaped acres in prestigious Lyons Creek Hundred, this exceptional all-brick residence is a testament to an era of custom homebuilding when craftsmanship, proportion and permanence mattered. Encompassing 6,733 total square feet, the home possesses a presence that is immediately felt—and a quality increasingly difficult to replicate.The arrival is appropriately memorable. A soaring foyer and dramatic double staircase establish the home's sense of scale, while beautifully proportioned rooms, custom built-ins and three fireplaces lend warmth and character throughout. Despite its impressive size, the residence retains an inviting quality, balancing grand spaces for entertaining with rooms intended for comfortable everyday living.At the heart of the home, the updated kitchen pairs timeless design with modern refinement, incorporating granite and quartz surfaces, updated appliances and generous workspace. The main-level primary suite creates a private retreat apart from the home's five upper-level bedrooms, providing both luxury and the long-term convenience of main-level living.Six bedrooms, six full baths and two half baths allow the home to accommodate family and guests exceptionally well, while the finished lower level introduces an entirely different dimension. A substantial recreation and entertaining area with wet bar is joined by an exercise room and private sauna—creating a destination within the home for relaxation, wellness and leisure.Beyond the interiors, the grounds unfold as a private resort.The inground pool is framed by a handsome slate patio and surrounded by mature, professionally designed landscaping. A pergola and covered gazebo create inviting places to gather in the shade, while a separate pool house with a full bath provides an uncommon level of convenience for swimmers and guests. The result is an outdoor environment equally suited to quiet summer afternoons and memorable celebrations.A three-car garage and separate workshop provide generous space for automobiles, collections and hobbies, while geothermal heating adds thoughtful efficiency to a residence of this scale.Perhaps most remarkable is the sense of privacy and permanence found here while remaining exceptionally connected. Washington, D.C. is approximately 30 minutes away, with Annapolis and Alexandria each about 45 minutes from home.Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated through the years, this is not a property that depends upon trends to make an impression. Its appeal lies in something far more enduring: beautiful proportions, substantial construction, gracious grounds and the unmistakable character of a home created to last.This is the kind of residence that becomes part of a family's story—a timeless estate to experience, remember and pass from one generation to the next.

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2230 Shields Drive DUNKIRK, MD 20754

  • Price: $1,990,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 33 Days
  • ID#: MDCA2029218
6
Beds
6
Baths
2
½ Baths
3
Acres
5,802
SQFT
$343
$/SQFT
1986
Built
Neighborhood:
Lyons Creek Hundred
County:
Calvert
Elementary School:
Windy Hill
Middle School:
Northern
High School:
Northern
School District:
Calvert County Public Schools
Property Description
An Estate of Enduring DistinctionThere are homes designed for a moment, and there are homes designed to transcend one.Set on three expertly landscaped acres in prestigious Lyons Creek Hundred, this exceptional all-brick residence is a testament to an era of custom homebuilding when craftsmanship, proportion and permanence mattered. Encompassing 6,733 total square feet, the home possesses a presence that is immediately felt—and a quality increasingly difficult to replicate.The arrival is appropriately memorable. A soaring foyer and dramatic double staircase establish the home's sense of scale, while beautifully proportioned rooms, custom built-ins and three fireplaces lend warmth and character throughout. Despite its impressive size, the residence retains an inviting quality, balancing grand spaces for entertaining with rooms intended for comfortable everyday living.At the heart of the home, the updated kitchen pairs timeless design with modern refinement, incorporating granite and quartz surfaces, updated appliances and generous workspace. The main-level primary suite creates a private retreat apart from the home's five upper-level bedrooms, providing both luxury and the long-term convenience of main-level living.Six bedrooms, six full baths and two half baths allow the home to accommodate family and guests exceptionally well, while the finished lower level introduces an entirely different dimension. A substantial recreation and entertaining area with wet bar is joined by an exercise room and private sauna—creating a destination within the home for relaxation, wellness and leisure.Beyond the interiors, the grounds unfold as a private resort.The inground pool is framed by a handsome slate patio and surrounded by mature, professionally designed landscaping. A pergola and covered gazebo create inviting places to gather in the shade, while a separate pool house with a full bath provides an uncommon level of convenience for swimmers and guests. The result is an outdoor environment equally suited to quiet summer afternoons and memorable celebrations.A three-car garage and separate workshop provide generous space for automobiles, collections and hobbies, while geothermal heating adds thoughtful efficiency to a residence of this scale.Perhaps most remarkable is the sense of privacy and permanence found here while remaining exceptionally connected. Washington, D.C. is approximately 30 minutes away, with Annapolis and Alexandria each about 45 minutes from home.Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated through the years, this is not a property that depends upon trends to make an impression. Its appeal lies in something far more enduring: beautiful proportions, substantial construction, gracious grounds and the unmistakable character of a home created to last.This is the kind of residence that becomes part of a family's story—a timeless estate to experience, remember and pass from one generation to the next.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style ColonialTransitional Construction Materials Brick Door Features Double EntrySix PanelFrench Exterior Features Extensive HardscapeExterior LightingFlood LightsGutter SystemOutbuilding(s)Outside ShowerPlay EquipmentUnderground Lawn SprinklerWater Fountains Garage Spaces 4.00 Garage Type Garage - Side Entry Garage YN Yes Lot Features Backs to TreesInteriorPrivate Other Structures 2nd GarageCabana/Pool House Parking Features Asphalt Driveway Parking Types Attached Garage Patio And Porch Features Patio(s) Pool Yes - Personal Pool Features In Ground Property Condition Excellent Roof Architectural Shingle Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 4872 Appliances Central VacuumCooktopCooktop - Down DraftDishwasherDisposalDryerExhaust FanIcemakerOven - DoubleRefrigeratorStainless Steel AppliancesTrash CompactorWasher Basement HeatedInterior AccessPartially FinishedPartial Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 930 Below Grade Unfinished Area 931 Cooling Central A/CCeiling Fan(s) Exclusions Dining Room Chandelier Fireplace Features Mantel(s)Marble Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 3 Flooring Ceramic TileCarpetSolid Hardwood Heating Heat Pump(s) Heating YN Yes Interior Features Bathroom - Jetted TubBathroom - Walk-In ShowerBuilt-InsCedar Closet(s)Ceiling Fan(s)Central VacuumChair RailingsCrown MoldingsCurved StaircaseDouble/Dual StaircaseEntry Level BedroomFamily Room Off KitchenFloor Plan - TraditionalFormal/Separate Dining RoomKitchen - Eat-InKitchen - Table SpaceRecessed LightingSprinkler SystemUpgraded CountertopsWainscottingWalk-in Closet(s)Wood Floors Laundry Type Main Floor Levels 3 Main Level Bedrooms 1 Security Features Exterior Cameras Spa YN No Upper Level1 Bedrooms 5 Walls Ceilings 9'+ CeilingsTray Ceilings2 Story Ceilings

Property Features

Accessibility Features None Association Fee 160.00 Association Fee Frequency Annually Association Fee Includes Common Area Maintenance Association Name LCHHOA Association YN Yes Builder Model Custom Central Air YN Yes Condo YN No Cooling Fuel Electric Federal Flood Zone YN No Foundation Details Block Heating Fuel Geo-thermal Historic YN No Horse YN No Hot Water Electric Lease Considered YN No Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 805153505112 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer Septic Exists Structure Design Type Detached Tax Annual Amount 15003.00 Tax Lot 56 Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Well Zoning A

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