Don't miss an amazing opportunity to own this unique property in charming Sherwood, Maryland zoned commercial/residential. Live, work, and play in your historic home listed in the Maryland Historical Trust 4/5/2004, Ref T-640. This lovingly restored colonial is just steps away from the large building with commercial history dating to the mid 1800’s. The U.S. Post Office rented space for 160 years, in addition, it has been a general store, a print shop, art studios, exercise studios and antiques stores. Your imagination will run wild when you see the endless opportunities this structure presents.
Most recently known as The Old Sherwood Store, a nautical antiques store, at approximately 3000 sq. ft., it offers endless opportunity for this spacious, road-front building that can be used for a myriad of options whether business related or personal use. The .45-acre property includes the historic 3 bedroom 1 & bath house, and a 2-bay garage (formerly carriage house) and is surrounded by a custom cedar picket fence with welcoming arches. A Large Driveway to the 2 Car Garage and additional parking at the store front is found on this lovely property. At the front of the A classic front porch aligns with the sunset over the Chesapeake Bay, .5 mile due west at Lowes Wharf.
As you enter the home, the entry foyer is flanked by columns to the left, defining the living room and French doors to the right entering the den/bedroom, with propane stove for added comfort. Beyond the staircase is the large dining room, galley kitchen and bath. The kitchen offers beautiful custom cabinetry, sparkling quartz countertops, a classic farmhouse sink and all the modern stainless-steel appliances one desires. New wood floor in kitchen, refinished oak and original heart pine in remainder of home. The Den could certainly be used as a Main Level/ Potential 4th Bedroom. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom with jacuzzi tub and laundry closet. The rear of the home opens to a 340 square foot rear deck that leads to your fenced-in yard (6ft privacy in the rear with 4-foot cedar picket on the sides and front) lush with mature landscaping and a large garden with raised beds and ample yard. Gorgeous & mature hydrangea and crape myrtle trees grace the property. Recent metal roof on the house & garage. The house has been improved with a Mitsubishi air conditioning and heating system. Refinished heart pine and oak flooring and various historically significant features add warmth to the rich history of the home. The store chimneys were recently sealed among other notable maintenance items.
Community amenities include a local dock and pier, where you can launch your kayak or moor your boat on Harris Creek. The Sherwood community also offers social/civic opportunities with yearly activities, especially the 4th of July Parade, the Fall Harvest Dinner, and the Christmas Gift Drive, among other neighborly activities.
Sherwood is central to many attractions on the peninsula like St. Michaels, Tilghman Island, Lowes Wharf Marina Inn, highly ranked schools, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, Tilghman Watermen’s Museum, and the town of Easton. 2 Hours to downtown Washington D.C. 1 hour 15 min to Annapolis and 2 hours to the coastal beach towns of Maryland & Delaware. This property is truly unique and warrants an in-person viewing. Schedule a private showing today and experience the essence of Eastern Shore living.
