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17200 RIFFLE FORD RD Darnestown, MD 20874
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Key Details
Sold Price $1,055,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,725 sqft
Price per Sqft $283
Subdivision Darnestown Outside
MLS Listing ID MDMC2075238
Sold Date 02/24/23
Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,725
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1850
Annual Tax Amount $9,722
Tax Year 2022
Lot Size 6.950 Acres
Acres 6.95
Property Description
Welcome to the historic John H Gassaway House! This home has been restored in all its mid-nineteenth century glory with unique architectural elements remaining true to its vintage charm while offering modern amenities. The sprawling 6.95 acres offers tons of privacy and picturesque views of the tree line and lush foliage. The property features a stunning 8 bay 2 story garage that has tons of potential and could easily be converted to a space for a home-based business, horse stables, or just additional storage. The house itself features a welcoming entry with soaring ceilings and gorgeous original wood flooring throughout. There is a formal living room or parlor with gas fireplace and built-in shelving. The dining is connected to the living room with original pocket door detail. The dining room offers another gas fireplace and views of your backyard including access to the side porch for easy entertaining. The entry also leads to your large family room with access to both the back and front covered porches. The eat-in kitchen is spacious with a built-in banquette and huge fireplace with Vermont Castings gas stove. The kitchen also features modern quartz countertops and induction cooktop. There is a full bath and laundry room off the kitchen as well as a huge walk-in pantry. The upper bedroom level features 4 bedrooms with the high ceilings and wood flooring continuing throughout. Off the landing there are 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. The secondary bedrooms are huge with connecting door and share an upgraded full bath with gorgeous walk-in shower including beautiful tilework detail and sitting bench. The primary bedroom suite features its own private covered porch, multiple closets, and ensuite bath. The ensuite features a jetted jacuzzi tub, and walk-in shower. The 4th bedroom can be converted back to a bedroom by removing the built-in shelving and has access to its own bath with a luxurious 6' clawfoot soaking tub. In addition, there are 2 attics with offering tons of storage or flex space. There is a back enclosed porch with access from the master with views of the backyard as well. The home offers privacy and acreage while still being within minutes to shopping, restaurants, and local parks. As a bonus there is a whole home generator! This property is one of a kind and part of the robust history of Montgomery County and is waiting for you to call it your home.
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Detached 8 Bay Garage Details:
The spectacular 8 Bay 2-story garage is one of a kind with 8 insulated electric garage doors including remotes. The building was constructed with walls and ceilings insulated and painted with 3' cinderblock base. The interior features 12' ceilings, central HVAC, water spigots, wet bar, and air compressor with multiple wall mounted air stations. There is also an 8'x5' workbench. The upper level of the garage features 2 huge rooms for additional storage, office, or hangout/rec room space. Ideal for a home-based business or hobby space. The possibilities are endless!
Location
State MD
County Montgomery
Zoning R200
Direction East
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Stove - Wood
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Wood, Ceramic Tile
Fireplaces Number 4
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane
Equipment Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Window Features Transom,Casement
Appliance Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balconies- Multiple, Porch(es)
Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Garage Spaces 10.0
Water Access N
View Trees/Woods
Roof Type Asphalt,Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Balconies- Multiple, Porch(es)
Total Parking Spaces 10
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Private
Story 3
Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier, Stone
Sewer Septic Exists
Water Well
Architectural Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Plaster Walls
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Great Seneca Creek
Middle Schools Kingsview
High Schools Northwest
School District Montgomery County Public Schools
Others
Pets Allowed Y
Senior Community No
Tax ID 160602619358
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Special Listing Condition Standard
Pets Allowed No Pet Restrictions
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Bought with Jeffrey D Escher • Redfin Corp