LUXURY PORTFOLIO PROPERTY - Avignon was once the home of Barbara Mertz, a very successful American author of fiction and scholarly archaeological books who published in both her name and under the pen names Elizabeth Peters and Barbara Michaels. Today, it is one of the most distinctive Historic Estates in Frederick, Maryland. This 3 story Georgian home, Circa 1820, is handsomely constructed with locally sourced stone and slate with most of its Adamesque interior detailing intact. It is bounded by fields and a picturesque creek and includes a small orchard, a half-acre vineyard of Bordeaux Varietal grapes and about 3 acres of farmable USDA certified organic land. Adjacent to the house are about 2 fenced acres of mature perennial gardens including major plantings of roses, peonies, azaleas, lilacs, lilies and irises; 2 ponds connected by a waterfall; a woodland garden; a gazebo and a reflecting pool imitating Hadrian's Villa centered on a full-scale replica of the Discobolus of Myron in carrara marble. You'll be impressed by the gardens' varieties of richness, with nice pockets of intimacy woven throughout the landscapes. This home is perfect for someone looking for a beautiful, quiet country estate. (Dare I say that there is likely subdivision potential too). Perfect Property, Perfect Location & Perfectly Priced at $1,300,000.
Sold for $1,220,000 on 06/28/23
$1,220,000
11346 Lorien Ct, Frederick, MD 21701
5beds
4,490sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1820
10.24 Acres Lot
$1,276,500 Zestimate®
$272/sqft
$3,918 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 11, 2023 at 09:41am
Listed by:
Elaine Koehl 301-606-2363,
RE/MAX Results
Bought with:
Alexander Esfahani, 0225-184723
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDFR2033896

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 0.0
- Area: 1582
Heating
- Heat Pump, Radiator, Zoned, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned, Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Curved Staircase, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Spiral Staircase, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wine Storage, 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Plaster Walls, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood, Slate, Stone
- Doors: Six Panel, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Hung, Screens, Storm Window(s), Wood Frames, Window Treatments
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Drain,Drainage System,Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Shelving,Side Entrance,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Brick, Flue for Stove, Free Standing, Mantel(s), Stone, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,072
- Total interior livable area: 4,490 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,490
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 13
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 12
- Details: Garage Sqft: 432
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Flood Lights, Rain Gutters, Lawn Sprinkler, Play Area, Satellite Dish, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Water Falls, Bump-outs, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Decorative,Wire,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Garden, Pasture, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 10.24 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Fishing Available, Flood Plain, Landscaped, No Thru Street, Not In Development, Wooded, Premium, Private, Subdivision Possible
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1113297991
- Zoning: A
- Zoning description: Subdivision Potential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1820
Details
- Builder model: Georgian Center Hall ca.1820
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers, 120/240V
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Private, Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Frederick
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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