46599 Dockside Lane Ln, Drayden, MD 20630

LOCATION: Welcome to this magical hideaway located right here in Southern Maryland. Just looking at the photos, you would never know where in the world this private secluded home is actually located. Tucked into the forest …seventy six miles from Washington DC (1hr 40min), eleven miles from Patuxent River Naval Air Station (PAX) (15 minutes). Less than five miles from shopping, Restaurants and anything else you could want! This could be your very own 5.03 acres of peaceful privacy. You will feel the love put into this custom built Western Red Cedar log home the moment you arrive. MAIN LEVEL: On the main level you are greeted by a large open two-story family room with beamed cathedral ceiling 2” white spruce with three ceiling fans, a large “picture” window and sliding glass door as a second access to your expansive wood wrap-around deck for those quiet nights with a good book and a glass of wine. (*HINT* this is where you will spend your summers!) Two large bedrooms, one with sound-proof drop ceiling for the music aficionado, complete with a full bath. A cozy kitchen with custom oak cabinets and breakfast bar open to the family room so you can still be a part of the party while checking on your hors d’oeuvres. UP-STAIRS: Up the stairs to the Owner's loft, you will find a large open overlook to the family room, looking out into what seems to be a never-ending enchanted forest. This upper level Owner’s Suite has a large sitting room area to use as a home office , work-out room, study or library. Primary bath and a very large walk-in cedar closet. Skylights in both the bathroom and office area. BASEMENT: Downstairs to the finished basement with new carpet, trim and fresh paint you’ll find an entire living area with a separate entrance which could easily be converted into an In-law suite. Large family room with sliding-doors walk-out access to a carefully thought-out antique brick patio area, which is another space to commune with nature or simply get away from it all! Third full bath just down the hall. Also, just steps to a large pantry and laundry room with brand new oak cabinetry just installed. The fourth bedroom is at the end of the hallway with an ample sized closet, and a large walk-in storage area. Approximately 2821 total finished square feet! HOA: The HOA includes water access to Saint Mary’s River complete with a PIER and private boat launch for you to use at your leisure. RECREATION: Kayaking, fishing, crabbing, growing oysters, canoeing, swimming… you decide how you want to spend your summer! WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT IT: Complete tranquility and privacy The approx. 350ft. driveway is lined with native laurel that blooms along the majority length of the drive during Spring. Neighbors nowhere to be seen, with a forever unchanged view of the woodland from the front deck - walk out and look up at the stars undimmed by streetlights Some eastern red cedar within the property for wood-working, carving projects Paths throughout the wooded property leading to a PawPaw patch, along a small ephemeral stream and past loads of mushrooms, including Lions Mane, chicken of the woods, honey mushrooms, morels, chanterelles, and boletes Easy .9 mile walk or bike ride to the community pier; or take your kayak – paddle to Horseshoe Point and pull up on the sandbar for a swim, watch the sailboats from St. Mary’s College, then continue on across the St. Mary’s River to the college’s pull up on the beach (.3 mile to the sandbar, .7 mile to St. Mary’s City) Large open area with numerous trees for hammocks and large fire-pit for stargazing Stepping out of the upstairs shower, looking up through the skylight and seeing an eagle fly overhead High-speed reliable internet, with underground fiber-optic cable. Set up your appointment immediately so you don't miss your opportunity!