CHESTERTOWN WATERFRONT CONDO - Enjoy Waterviews of the Chester River from this brick townhome set in Historic Chestertown. First floor master suite and flexible floorplan.  Amenities include a 2-car garage. Walk to shops, restaurants, parks and marinas.

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Chestertown's Crazy Days is being held this week - July 28-30.  The annual event is basically a sidewalk sale with some fun activities thrown in.  A fun day to be out and about.  Somehow I always come away with a few 'finds'.  VB

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Walk to the Chester River Waterfront

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Charming custom home was built in 2008 by J. Martin Carrigan Fine Homebuilders.  Thoughtfully designed house with built-ins, windows and skylights to create spacious, sunlit spaces.  Wood floors and detail throughout the home add to the ambience.  The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and wine cooler. The luxurious Master Bath is finished with marble.  The landscaped terrace with mature trees is a private haven and perfect for entertaining.  Offered at:  $427,000.

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NEW PRICE - $479,000 - Reduced from $525,000

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Charming home has been renovated with every attention to detail...Sited on a corner lot, an abundance of natural light filters throughout the house.  Beautifully-refinished wood floors and detailed woodwork and to the charm of the home.  The renovated kitchen opens to the sunroom for an inviting, comfortable living space.  There are two bedroom suites on the 2nd floor.  The Master Suite is spacious and has a newly tiled bath.  On the 3rd floor is a great space for a bedroom or office.  There is a detached 3-car garage. Walk to the Chester River, downtown galleries, dining and shops. 

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When I was growing up, a nice summer Saturday evening held great promise for me and my brothers.  If we were lucky, Mom and Dad might be taking us for our big outing to the Drive-in to see the latest Disney or John Wayne movie.  It was always an adventure.  First you had to find a speaker that worked which meant you got to ride up and down the rows until Dad found a suitable spot at just the right angle.  Then the trip to the Concession Stand - holding your snacks and trying to find your car again was always a challenge. It was great fun - just something about being in your PJs in the back seat in the dark with a speaker squawking in the window and the huge movie screen looming up ahead. 

We don't have a drive-in handy in Kent County, but you can…

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SOLD - Pristine Georgian style colonial, built in 2005, offers spacious rooms with pastoral views of fields. Designed with inviting, bright, comfortable spaces for family or guests.  Premium construction detail and wood floors throughout.  Wonderful 1st Floor Master Suite and well appointed kitchen. Professionally-landscaped with paver patio and pergola.  Located in Galena near Historic Chestertown.  Offered at $410,000.

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Tea Party Boat

Chestertown will be hosting the annual Chestertown Tea Party Festival this weekend, May 27-29.  The festivities include craft vendors and demonstrations, singing, dancing, wine tastings, folks dressed in period costume, and of course plenty of Eastern Shore fare to taste.  The main attraction is the reenactment of the Tea Toss which originally occured in May 1774.  Rowdy Chestertown residents gather at the town center, then make their way down to the Chester River, where they row out to the ships to 'toss the tea'.  Other activities include a colonial parade on Saturday and a Raft Race on Sunday.  Admission is free.  For more information, visit the official website:  Chestertown Tea Party

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The 74th Annual Maryland House & Garden Pilgrimage will include a walking tour of Chestertown in Kent County, Maryland on  Saturday, May 14, from 10am-5pm.  The Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage (MHGP), a non-profit organization, is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of architecturally significant properties in the State of Maryland. The Pilgrimage has remained constant with this purpose since its formation in 1930.

Chestertown's 4-block walking tour of historic properties and gardens include: Emmanuel Church, c. 1767, The Geddes-Piper House, c. 1784, The Houston House & Garden, N. Queen St, C. 1771, The Nicholson House and Garden, N. Queen St., C. 1788, The Wallis-Wikes House and Garden, High St., c. 1780, The Sarvis House and…

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CHESTER RIVER WATERFRONT HOME

Completely Renovated in 1998... This waterfront home on the Eastern Shore offers broad views of the Chester River.  A complete remodel in 2002 included a new kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite countertops, new baths, dock and bulkheading. Throughout the home, the open design takes advantage of the extraordinary waterviews of the Chester River. The Master Suite is a private haven with its own screened porch.  The waterfront is a peaceful setting with mature trees and perfect for rest in a hammock.  Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Historic Chestertown's shops, galleries and dining.  Offered at: $1,450,000.

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