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$12,500,000 | Built 2010 | 17,402 Sq. Ft. | 6 Bedrooms | 7.5+ Bathrooms | 8.6 Acres
8620 Bozman Neavitt Rd, Saint Michaels, MD 21663
Built in 2010, this unique 8.6-acre estate named “Aqua Vitae” provides over 17,400 square feet across three distinct buildings with 400 feet of direct waterfront on Harris Creek. Now listed for $12.5 million in Saint Michaels, Maryland, the estate is just a few minutes from downtown. The property features a grand main home, a guest cottage, and a “party barn,” complemented by a pool by the water, a pier with 4 feet of mean low water, beautifully landscaped grounds, and exceptional craftsmanship. The main residence spans 12,000 square feet and is designed to enhance water views, highlighted by elegant double lead-glass doors and a magnificent three-story foyer with a dual staircase. The unique “river room” boasts a two-story octagonal cupola granting 270-degree views, while a cozy TV room features a gas fireplace and opens to a flagstone patio.
The exquisite gourmet kitchen is a chef’s paradise, featuring a large island, a built-in media and storage cabinet, coffered ceilings, a fireplace, three sinks, two double Subzero refrigerators with freezer drawers, two beverage drawers, three dishwashers, a Wolf microwave, and a stainless-steel Lacanche range with six burners, a pot warmer, a warming oven, and two ovens. Additionally, there is a spacious walk-in pantry complete with its own dishwasher, sink, and a freezer. Adjacent to the kitchen, a covered porch with a gas fireplace and retractable “ghost” screens makes for an ideal relaxing spot in the evenings. The large dining room has two custom-built display cases. The grand salon includes a bay window and a gas fireplace, evoking the charm of Paris. Beside it is a stunning two-story library featuring curly cherrywood, custom display cases, and leaded-glass pocket doors. A climate-controlled wine room includes a wet bar and storage for over 750 bottles.
Beautiful hardwood floors are laid throughout the main level. This level also features an office, a powder room, laundry facilities servicing the pool area, two additional powder rooms, an elevator providing access to all four floors, a mud/dog room, a rear spiral staircase, a guest suite with an ensuite bath, and a two-car attached garage. On the second level, a spacious primary suite includes a fireplace and a full-length terrace overlooking the water. The “her” side offers custom built-ins in the dressing room, a separate sitting area, and a luxurious bathroom with marble tiling, a separate shower, a jetted tub, and a vanity. The “his” side features an office with a fireplace, a paneled closet leading to a bathroom with travertine stone and shower. This side also has access to the second level of the library, which looks down into the main area. The bar area/kitchen adjacent to the primary suite connects to three additional bedrooms, all with their own bathrooms, plus a laundry room.
On the third level, you’ll find a recreation room, play area, a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a powder room, and plenty of storage space. The lower level houses utilities, storage, and ample space for an exercise area. The charming guest cottage is enveloped in lush landscaping and consists of a full kitchen, dining area, living room, sunroom, and a spacious family room. It also includes two bedrooms sharing a bathroom, with an additional guest bathroom and a larger entertaining area. The upper floor features a bedroom with its own ensuite bathroom. An unfinished lower level is available for storage.
The party barn, initially built for boat storage, is designed to resemble an old Pennsylvania barn, featuring four feet of stone around its base. It has two separate garage wings accommodating four or more cars and boasts a cupola on top. The barn has two large doors on either side, allowing for easy access for boat trailers or additional vehicles. The loft area on the second level includes a sleeping/living space with a full bathroom, and is plumbed for a kitchenette, alongside front and back terraces and a spiral staircase leading to a crow’s nest for magnificent views. The property is equipped with a full generator and a dog run with a kennel located in the back. Outdoors, enjoy the luxuries of waterfront living amidst stunning grounds, mature landscaping, and phenomenal views. The pier provides 4 feet of MLW and the shoreline is beautifully rip-rapped with natural vegetative plantings. Tucked into the pine grove is a putting green with a chipping area. Aqua Vitae is on the market for $12.5 million, represented by Doc Keane 202-441-2343 of Washington Fine Properties, LLC 202-944-5000, co-listed with Robert Hryniewicki 202-243-1620 of Washington Fine Properties, LLC. Experience the property with a 3D Matterport tour! Photography credits go to Constance Gauthier.
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