16900 Annandale Rd, Emmitsburg, MD 21727

Private sanctuary on 23+ lush acres. Follow the crushed slate driveway to this stunning 3150 sq ft hideaway in the woods, and feel yourself relax as you leave the world behind. Originally built as a Franciscan friary, the beautiful stone chapel is the cornerstone of this 4 bedroom, 3+ bath home. Crafted and designed to complement its natural surroundings, every detail is thoughtfully and creatively planned inside and out, from the reclaimed vinegar barrel wood wainscoting, bamboo floors, and built-in fire suppression system to the private outdoor shower, California greenhouse with electricity and fan, and artisan-built dry-laid stone retaining walls. The chapel, with its soaring Sapele wood cathedral ceiling, includes a large kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, a Blanco Silgranite deep sink, stainless steel appliances, polished Rainforest granite countertops and an oversized, movable island with exquisite Rainforest leather-finish granite top. The living area, with skylight, floor-to-ceiling windows and Woodstock soapstone wood stove with stone hearth and wall heat shield, opens onto the two-tiered, wrap-around Ipe deck made of 50 year no-maintenance wood. The main floor is also home to a peaceful master suite with corner windows overlooking the forest, a private dressing area with cedar-lined closets and a luxurious master bath boasting slate floor, oversized two-person shower with pebble floor, multi-directional shower tower with separate rain showerhead, custom sepele vanity, granite counter and trim and dual glass vessel sinks. Or perhaps it's more your style to soak your cares away in the tub spa room, with its teak floors and 72" oversized double slipper copper soaking tub. Main floor living also includes a second large bedroom and full bath. Upstairs you'll find a spacious living area with ample room for entertaining or to tuck away in the reading nook with a good book. Two more large bedrooms and a full bath round out this sunny second floor. The meticulous attention to detail and harmonious design continue outside; relax under the stars in the western red cedar Roberts hot tub, or perfect your favorite pizza recipe in the custom stone and firebrick wood-fired pizza oven and serve up family and friends gathered around the 16+ person stone picnic table. Once you experience this private retreat, you will never want to leave. Schedule your tour of this incredible property today.