5843 Oakland Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784

Bennett-Kelly Farm - National Historic Register, without the restrictions! A beautiful, tree-lined drive leads to this equestrian paradise with historic, refurbished 8-stall bank barn, 10+ acres of fenced pastures and ponds, and three gates with direct access to Liberty Reservoir horse trails. Main house features 5 BR, 3 BA in two historic sections (c.1840 and c.1910) with a third, modern (2007) ADA-compliant entry-level owner’s suite addition. New kitchen (2022) with quartz countertops, Shaker cabinets, and luxury Thermador appliances. Other extensive renovations since 2015 include: new bathrooms, bedrooms, installation of board and batten with peg rail in mudroom, exposure and restoration of original stone and plaster walls, restoration of original 1840’s door hardware, renovated laundry with farmhouse soapstone sink and new energy efficient appliances, geothermal AC/heat throughout upstairs, buried main electrical line, and many other updates. Original historic features include multiple stone and timber frame outbuildings, original hardwood floor, original doors and windows, original mouldings and wainscotting, and original staircases. Detached 1 BR, 1 BA guest house completely renovated in 2017 with full kitchen and bath, wrap-around farm views, and basement gym. Improvements to farm/land include new chicken/duck yard, large fire pit, raised bed gardens, children’s play structures, and a fruit-bearing 120+ cider apple and pear tree orchard. Direct access to Liberty Reservoir and easy commutes to Baltimore, Washington DC, and Frederick make this property perfect for professionals, horse lovers, and those interested in starting an equestrian boarding or stay-and-ride business.