island creek

Island Cottage, Estate of the Day

Filed under: Estates

They call this one the Island Cottage because it sits on a four-acre point of land on Island Creek in Trappe, Maryland. The home is on a private tree-lined drive and has a very private feel. The four-bedroom country home is surrounded by trees with views of water, wildlife and waterfowl. it was built in 2004 and has an exterior is of brick and cedar with a roof of cedar shake and standing seam copper with antique chestnut wood which was re-milled in Pennsylvania used in the interior. The home includes a living room, a formal dining room with fireplace and lighted display cases, library and family room. There is also a cabana with a service kitchen and space for a wine room. Outside there is a pool. The overall feel is one of relaxed elegance, a family home on a slightly grand scale. This home is listed at $4.9 million.

Gallery: Island Cottage