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2311 Acacia Road
Port Republic MD 20676

For Sale: $595,000.00 Active

List Date: 2026-05-29

Port Republic
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1,558 build ft2
6,025 land ft2

About This Property

Far Niente: A Chesapeake Bay Retreat Unlike Any Other There are homes, and then there are places that tell a story. Tucked into the coveted waterfront community of Scientists' Cliffs, this extraordinary Chesapeake Bay cabin is more than a residence. It is a work of art, a conversation piece, a private museum, and a sanctuary for those who appreciate creativity, nature, and the simple joy of slowing down. From the moment you step inside, you realize this is not a home that was merely built. It was lovingly crafted. A former owner, an accomplished artist and woodcarver, transformed the space into a living canvas. Every room reveals another chapter. Intricately carved woodwork. Hand-painted ceilings. Murals and carvings that invite curiosity and reflection. Cabinetry has been masterfully carved to resemble a library of books, blurring the line between function and imagination. Threaded throughout the home is a single philosophy: **Far Niente**. The phrase appears again and again, a nod to the Italian expression *Il Dolce Far Niente*, "the sweetness of doing nothing." It reflects a way of life that feels increasingly rare. A life centered around gathering, creating, sharing meals, and appreciating the beauty that surrounds us. An old Italian proverb captures the spirit perfectly: *"To make a good meal, you need a fisherman, a gardener, a cook, and a master to bring it all together."* You can almost imagine those characters living here. Returning from the Bay with fresh rockfish. Picking herbs from the garden. Sharing wine and stories long after sunset. The walls themselves seem to celebrate those moments. And then there is the view. Climb to the rooftop deck and the world opens around you. Watch the Chesapeake Bay shimmer beneath changing skies. Feel the breeze coming off the water. Spot the neighborhood bald eagle soaring at eye level, gliding effortlessly below the cloud line as if putting on a private show just for you. Morning coffee becomes a ritual. Sunset becomes an event. Outside your door, Scientists' Cliffs offers a lifestyle that feels worlds away from the everyday rush. This unique private community, nestled among the towering cliffs of Port Republic, is one of Southern Maryland's best-kept secrets. Residents enjoy two miles of private Chesapeake Bay beach, a boat ramp, swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, community gardens, hiking trails, and a vibrant calendar of neighborhood events. More than 20 miles of trails wind through protected forests managed by the American Chestnut Land Trust. Kayaks and paddleboards wait along the shoreline. Children spend summers exploring the beach and woods. Neighbors gather at the Community Center and share a deep appreciation for the area's natural beauty. Scientists' Cliffs is not simply a neighborhood. It is a community of artists, scientists, nature lovers, and dreamers who understand that life is measured by experiences, not square footage. If you've been searching for a waterfront escape that is truly one of a kind, a place where art and nature coexist, where every carving tells a story, and where the Chesapeake Bay becomes part of your daily life, this may be the home you've been waiting to find. This is **Far Niente**. This is the sweetness of doing nothing at all. Yet somehow, experiencing everything.

Listing Agent: Dawn Riley. Deep Roots Real Estate 410-414-2438 info@rileyteam.net

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Property Features

Location Information
County:
Subdivision: SCIENTISTS CLIFFS
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Interior Features
Appliances:
Interior: Kitchen - Galley
Laundry:
Furnished: None
Flooring:
Water: Well
Cooling: Heat Pump(s)
Heating: Forced Air
Fireplaces: None
Windows:
Utilities:
Sewer: Septic Exists
Rooms
Room Type: Other
Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Lower 1
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Lower 1
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Lower 1
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1955
Legal Subdivision: Scientists' Cliffs
Subdivision Name: Scientists Cliffs
Exterior Features: Boat Storage, Extensive Hardscape, Stone Retaining Walls
Association Fee: $1455.00 (Semi-Annually)
Schools
Elementary School: None
Junior High School: None
High School: None

IDXListing Courtesy of Dawn Riley. Deep Roots Real Estate 410-414-2438 info@rileyteam.net

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