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8150 Fairground Road
La Plata MD 20646

For Sale: $985,000.00 Off Market

List Date: 2025-10-07

La Plata
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2,626 build ft2
288,367 land ft2

About This Property

When a Master Gardener and woodworker own a home, the result is a property unlike any other. Watch the video for the true size of this estate. Welcome to 8150 Fairground Road in La Plata, set on 6.62 acres in the serene Rural Conservation area of Charles County, this home blends charm, character, and practicality. All one level, you’ll find hardwood floors throughout, 10-foot ceilings, and three oversized brick fireplaces. The house offers two primary bedroom suites, each with large walk-in closets. There are cedar-lined linen closets. The rooms are bright and welcoming, the living room is framed with beveled glass windows that catch the sunlight beautifully. The kitchen opens to the dining area . Off the living room is a large brick patio, perfect for entertaining or quiet morning coffee. There’s also a brick front porch where you can relax and watch over the grounds. And the grounds themselves? They’re a showpiece. You’ll find numerous elevated garden beds, arbors, and lush landscaping that feels like a private park. For the hobbyist or creative, there’s a large detached garage/carriage house, an office or studio building once known as the chauffeur’s house, and a cellar/basement ideal for a workshop or wine storage. There is also a potting shed, bar, chicken coop, and even an adult/family treehouse. Along with its lush gardens and mature landscaping, it features a barn, stable, and fenced paddock, making it perfectly suited for hobby farming, horses, or a small collection of animals. You’ve got a property that celebrates both work and play. Located minutes from Downtown La Plata, this home keeps you close to shopping, dining, and community events while offering the privacy of country living. Located just minutes from downtown La Plata, this property offers the best of both worlds: peaceful country living with easy access to modern conveniences. You’ll find restaurants, shops, and local favorites like the La Plata Farmers Market and Port Tobacco Players Theatre only a short drive away. Outdoor lovers will appreciate being close to Gilbert Run Park, Tilghman Lake, and Chapel Point State Park, perfect for hiking, kayaking, and fishing. The home is within the Charles County Public School District and zoned Rural Conservation, offering privacy, open space, and scenic surroundings. Commuters will love the convenient location, an easy commute to Washington DC, Annapolis, Joint Base Andrews, and Pax River Naval Air Station, making this property ideal for those who want tranquility without sacrificing access to major routes and amenities. The former residence of Louise Mudd Arehart, the youngest granddaughter of Dr. Samuel Mudd, whose story is woven into Maryland’s history. Louise was known for her preservation work on her grandfather’s home, and that same care and craftsmanship can be felt throughout this remarkable property. There is no HOA.

Listing Agent: Dawn F Riley. RE/MAX One 443-532-2430 info@rileyteam.net

Virtual Tours / Videos

https://properties.envisiondmv.com/videos/0199bdf1-eeac-73c5-9623-5ff21e127ab2

Property Features

Location Information
County:
Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
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Interior Features
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, ENERGY STAR Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, WaterHeater
Interior: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Primary Bath(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Laundry:
Furnished: None
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Water: Well
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
Heating: Heat Pump - Oil BackUp
Fireplaces: 3
Windows: ENERGY STAR Qualified, Energy Efficient
Utilities: Cable TV
Sewer: On Site Septic
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1940
Subdivision Name: None Available
Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s)
Garage Spaces: 2.0
Schools
Elementary School: None
Junior High School: None
High School: None

IDXListing Courtesy of Dawn F Riley. RE/MAX One 443-532-2430 info@rileyteam.net

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