Craftsman

Step into timeless charm with this beautifully maintained home, just blocks from the Nanticoke River in a historic small town! The property greets you with a welcoming walk through a grape arbor, opening into a spacious 1/3+/- acre backyard filled with lush grass, legacy plantings, and mature trees, including Magnolia, Loblolly Pine, Crape Myrtle, and Black Cherry. Additional highlights include Boxwood, Holly, and Azalea, along with perennial flowers and an artisan-built frog pond with a bluestone patio—creating a private oasis for nature lovers. A fire pit adds the perfect spot for outdoor gatherings, and the property’s location offers easy access to biking, kayaking, birding, and fishing, with Blackwater NWR, the Chesapeake Bay, and area beaches all nearby. Inside, the home blends historic character with thoughtful updates. The farmhouse-style kitchen features a gas stove, refrigerator, and a one-of-a-kind dining table crafted from the home’s original floorboards. Off the kitchen, you’ll find a versatile enclosed utility/sun porch, as well as a full bath. The main level also includes a front living/dining room with original hardwood beneath the current flooring, a welcoming parlor, and a screened back porch for warm-weather enjoyment. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, plus a smaller bonus room that could serve as a home office, sewing room, or even a logical location for a future powder room. Several rooms enjoy views of the yard and pond, and the original painted wood floors add to the home’s historic charm. The third-floor attic, accessed by stairs, is partially floored and offers excellent storage or expansion potential. Recent updates include: Entirely updated plumbing system with new water lines throughout New freeze-resistant water service to the meter with shut-off valve Roof replaced within the past 10 years Select new windows in the kitchen & bathroom (others remain original) Additional features include off-street parking, a fenced yard, and convenient walkability—just a few blocks to town amenities, three blocks to the public riverfront, and five blocks to the public boat launch. This property perfectly balances history, charm, and possibility—ready to be customized and loved by its next owner.