This beautiful country home offers the perfect sanctuary for your next retreat, nestled near the Wicomico River just one hour from the D.C. metro area. It is spacious enough for any large family gatherings or groups of friends. Horses graze in the pasture and deer frolic in the evening in the adjoining open fields near a historic tobacco barn that contains an original tobacco press..

The Historic home is located in a scenic rural setting. Features 54.23 acres, 6/7 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, 10' ceilings, 3 staircases, transom windows over doors, library, drawing room, sun room, near Amish community. The Town of Newport was established when settlers migrated from St. Mary's City in the late 1600's to the New Port on the Wicomico River. Located near Budds Creek (5 mi), MIR (5 mi), Dahlgren, Va (11 mi), Prince Frederick (25 mi), Solomons Island (30 mi), Pax River (30 mi), Cove Point (37 mi), Fredericksburg, Va (38 mi), Washington, DC (38 mi)

Newport is a quiet neighborhood in a rural setting. A great location for kayaking, hiking or biking. Amish farms and produce are located nearby. This home is on the Maryland Historic Register, CH-21, and part of a 54 acre farm. Upon request I can forward an article written by Rick Smith, a Docent with the Mary Surratt house in Clinton, Maryland. He approached me one day before writing this article and asked about the Old Store that was on the property.

The Gilbert Run canal is within walking distance and is available as a kayak launch to the Wicomico River.

A six night minimum stay is required, however, exceptions may be possible. Special events, weddings and parties can be scheduled for an extra fee.

For guest safety, cleaning and sanitation beyond Vrbo guidelines is completed due to Covid 19. All towels, linens, blankets, coverlets and bath mats are laundered between guests. In addition to Airbnb guidelines, we also use UV light in all rooms to disinfect between guest arrivals.