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Gibson Island,MD 21056
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 14,747 sqft
Price per Sqft $728
Subdivision Gibson Island
MLS Listing ID MDAA2098368
Style Villa,Mediterranean
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 6
Half Baths 3
HOA Fees $976/mo
HOA Y/N Y
Abv Grd Liv Area 14,747
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1925
Annual Tax Amount $80,968
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 3.257 Acres
Acres 3.26
Property Description
Only one hour from Washington, D.C., and even closer to Annapolis and Baltimore, lies an exquisite, waterfront, 14,000+ SF Mediterranean villa. With extraordinary craftsmanship throughout, this magnificent property offers spectacular views of the Chesapeake Bay and Magothy River. Located on more than three acres of beautifully landscaped land, the villa commands a high promontory as would a villa in the Mediterranean yet is safely ensconced within unique and private Gibson Island.
Built in 1929 as one of the early homes on Gibson Island by prominent Marylander Robert Garrett, this historic property was extensively renovated from 2006-2009 to make it consistent with current functional and life-style perspectives, while maintaining the soul and organization of the original house. Precious natural travertines and marbles, sustainable woods, salvaged terracotta, and vintage chandeliers, as well as exquisite Venetian plastering complement the rooms for comfortable day to day living, entertaining large groups, and resort-like family gatherings. Gracing the main house are five bedrooms, all en suite, a total of six full bathrooms, three powder-rooms, a glassed conservatory, a magnificent great room with an enormous fireplace and stunning wet bar, and multiple French doors that open onto a large porticoed terrace overlooking the water. In addition, there is a serene library with fireplace, relaxing family room with fireplace, gourmet kitchen, breakfast room, wine cellar, elevator and sauna. The heated pool and hot tub are enhanced by two pergolas and an outdoor kitchen, all overlooking the gorgeous gardens with incredible water views. An entrancing old-world Coach House features a movie theater with plentiful seating on the main level, a studio apartment on the second level with full kitchen, and one and a half baths, in addition to the number of bathrooms and bedrooms in the main house. This beautifully landscaped property includes a sculpture garden, vineyard and berry rows, native plants, multiple trees, including date and apple trees, hundreds of shrubs, and thousands of perennial flowers.
Attached to this listing is a photographic tour and two videos of this very special property.
Information on Gibson Island:
Gibson Island is an enchanting private island in the Chesapeake Bay within one hour of Washington, D.C., Annapolis and Baltimore. Located by Maryland's western shore, there is no Bay Bridge crossing; a manmade causeway connects the shore to the Island. Offering an absolutely extraordinary setting, the Island comprises two by three miles with seven miles of shoreline. Two thirds of the Island is undeveloped and is owned by the Gibson Island Corporation, the homeowners' association. The remaining third comprises about 200 plus residential home sites and a private country club. On the Island is a 43-acre spring fed freshwater lake in which one may enjoy non-motorized watercraft activities such as paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and swimming.
Gibson Island offers enormous privacy and security--an entry gatehouse is staffed around the clock and the Island is patrolled by the Gibson Island Police Force (GIPD). The Gibson Island Corporation Service Department offers yard maintenance and landscaping and other services for homeowners. There is a full-service yacht yard. From the Island, it is just a 20-minute drive to BWI Airport and the neighboring Amtrak/Marc train station.
The Island houses a private country club (membership by invitation) offering yachting, both power and sail, year-round fine dining, tennis, pickleball, paddleball, youth programs., an award-winning Charles Blair Macdonald designed 9-hole golf course, swimming, croquet, skeet shooting, and more. (C)
Location
State MD
County Anne Arundel
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Direction North
Rooms
Other Rooms Primary Bedroom,Sitting Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Library,Foyer,Breakfast Room,Great Room,Laundry,Other,Office,Utility Room,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Bonus Room,Conservatory Room,Primary Bathroom,Full Bath,Half Bath
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway,Bar,Breakfast Area,Attic,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Carpet,Cedar Closet(s),Combination Dining/Living,Crown Moldings,Curved Staircase,Dining Area,Elevator,Entry Level Bedroom,Exposed Beams,Family Room Off Kitchen,Intercom,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Primary Bedroom - Bay Front,Recessed Lighting,Sauna,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Skylight(s),Stain/Lead Glass,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Water Treat System,WhirlPool/HotTub,Window Treatments,Wine Storage,Wood Floors,Other,Laundry Chute,Spiral Staircase,Store/Office,Wet/Dry Bar,Kitchen - Eat-In,Floor Plan - Open,Floor Plan - Traditional,2nd Kitchen,Sprinkler System
Hot Water Instant Hot Water,Multi-tank,60+ Gallon Tank,Electric,Tankless
Heating Heat Pump(s),Energy Star Heating System,Central,Forced Air,Radiant,Programmable Thermostat,Humidifier,Zoned
Cooling Geothermal,Central A/C,Programmable Thermostat,Zoned,Dehumidifier,Energy Star Cooling System,Heat Pump(s)
Flooring Carpet,Stone,Hardwood,Heated,Ceramic Tile,Marble,Tile/Brick,Concrete
Fireplaces Number 4
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane,Wood,Screen,Mantel(s),Fireplace - Glass Doors,Stone,Equipment,Brick
Equipment Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Front Loading,Energy Efficient Appliances,Exhaust Fan,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Icemaker,Indoor Grill,Oven - Double,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer - Front Loading,Built-In Microwave,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Wall,Intercom,Instant Hot Water,Water Heater,ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer,ENERGY STAR Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Water Dispenser,Water Heater - Tankless
Fireplace Y
Window Features Casement,Energy Efficient,Screens,Skylights,Transom,Double Pane,ENERGY STAR Qualified,Insulated,Low-E,Palladian,Wood Frame
Appliance Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Front Loading,Energy Efficient Appliances,Exhaust Fan,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Icemaker,Indoor Grill,Oven - Double,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer - Front Loading,Built-In Microwave,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Wall,Intercom,Instant Hot Water,Water Heater,ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer,ENERGY STAR Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Water Dispenser,Water Heater - Tankless
Heat Source Geo-thermal,Electric,Propane - Owned
Laundry Lower Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Terrace,Patio(s),Balconies- Multiple
Parking Features Built In,Garage - Side Entry,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access,Oversized,Other,Additional Storage Area
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Concrete,Heated,In Ground,Pool/Spa Combo,Filtered
Utilities Available Water Available,Electric Available,Cable TV Available,Phone Connected,Propane,Multiple Phone Lines
Amenities Available Gated Community,Jog/Walk Path,Non-Lake Recreational Area,Security,Water/Lake Privileges,Beach,Common Grounds,Lake,Other
Water Access N
View Bay,Garden/Lawn,Panoramic,River,Water
Roof Type Tile
Accessibility Elevator,32\"+ wide Doors,36\"+ wide Halls,48\"+ Halls,Doors - Lever Handle(s),Doors - Recede,Doors - Swing In,Grab Bars Mod,Low Bathroom Mirrors,Low Pile Carpeting,Thresholds <5/8\"
Porch Terrace,Patio(s),Balconies- Multiple
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Landscaping,Poolside,Premium,Private,Rear Yard,SideYard(s),Vegetation Planting,Other,Bulkheaded,Partly Wooded,Front Yard,Sloping
Story 2
Foundation Crawl Space,Slab,Permanent
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Public
Architectural Style Villa,Mediterranean
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade
Structure Type Tray Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings,2 Story Ceilings,Other,Cathedral Ceilings,Beamed Ceilings,9'+ Ceilings,Paneled Walls,Plaster Walls,Wood Ceilings,Wood Walls,High,Masonry,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Bodkin
Middle Schools Chesapeake Bay
High Schools Chesapeake
School District Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Others
HOA Fee Include Common Area Maintenance,Security Gate,Trash,Other
Senior Community No
Tax ID 020335021364145
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Security Gate,Fire Detection System,Security System,Electric Alarm,Monitored,Smoke Detector,Surveillance Sys,Exterior Cameras,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),24 hour security,Intercom,Motion Detectors,Sprinkler System - Indoor
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard