Seller's Agent in 2025
Hans Wydler
Compass
(301) 523-6313
2 in this area
193 Total Sales
13312 Drews Ln Potomac, MD 20854
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,933
Sq Ft
30,056
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Community Stables
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Community Lake
- Potomac Elementary School Rated A
- View of Trees or Woods
- Private Lot
About This Home
As of August 2025New Price Improvement! Nestled in the serene woodlands of prestigious Merry-Go-Round Farm, Drew Cottage is a one-of-a-kind architectural gem by award-winning architect Jim Rill, combining timeless European country charm with exceptional craftsmanship and modern functionality. This stunning residence offers an unparalleled lifestyle with breathtaking indoor and outdoor living spaces including four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms.
Set against the backdrop of conservation land, this home welcomes you with a charming flagstone foyer that serves as an interior breezeway, connecting the stately front portico to the rear terrace. From here, step into a grand great room featuring 10.5-foot mahogany-beamed ceilings, a limestone Rumsford fireplace, and three sets of French doors that open onto a 40-foot terrace overlooking the private, wooded backyard.The living area is open to the dining area, perfect for entertaining and informal living.
Thoughtfully designed for both relaxed living and sophisticated entertaining, the heart of the home includes a sun-drenched eat-in chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, 2-inch Carrera marble countertops, Thermador appliances, Induction cooktop, double ovens, prep sink, and a spacious pantry. Adjacent is an atrium-style breakfast room with floor-to-ceiling windows offering captivating views of Merry Go Round Farm’s tranquil ponds and pastures.The library highlights a cathedral ceiling, built-in bookcases, window seats, and a second Rumsford fireplace. Completing the main level are the mudroom, elegant renovated powder room, large laundry room, and wide plank white oak flooring throughout.
Upstairs, the primary suite is a peaceful retreat with French doors opening to a private balcony, a generous custom walk-in closet, and a luxurious recently updated spa-like ensuite featuring dual vanities and an oversized walk-in shower and a soaking tub. Two additional upper-level bedrooms and bathrooms offer abundant natural light and classic casement windows.The walkout lower level includes a spacious family room with marble wet bar and custom built-ins, an exercise room, children’s playroom or in-law suite potential, and a large bedroom that opens to a covered patio/Lanai with woodland views. This level also includes a full bath, an immaculate utility room, and ample storage space.
Architectural details throughout the home reflect French country influence with arched doorways, rounded wall corners, pocket doors, casement windows, and extra-thick exterior walls. High-end finishes extend outdoors with authentic three-coat stucco, clay chimney pots, cedar roof and shutters, mahogany porch ceilings, and a beautifully integrated hardscape featuring flagstone patios, flat yard, a cedar pergola, and pea gravel sitting areas. Modern conveniences abound with geothermal dual-zone heating and cooling, Sonos sound system, wireless security, fire sprinkler system, water filtration, and whole-house surge protection. The three-car garage and extensive storage areas complete this exquisite property. A true harmony of elegance, innovation, and natural beauty, Drew Cottage is one of Merry Go Round Farm’s most remarkable homes.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(301) 298-1001 hans@wydlerbrothers.com Compass License #532234 Listed on: 05/15/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
(240) 497-1700 kate@thekatefrasergroup.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #SP98374742
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,956
Year Built
- Built in 2012
Lot Details
- 0.69 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Landscaped
- Private Lot
- Premium Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back Yard
- Property is zoned RE2C
HOA Fees
- $429 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Woods
- Garden
Home Design
- Cottage
- Permanent Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- 2 Fireplaces
- Fireplace Mantel
- Window Treatments
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Built-In Double Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Space For Rooms
- Basement Windows
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
- Terrace
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Playground
- Porch
Schools
- Potomac Elementary School
- Herbert Hoover Middle School
- Winston Churchill High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Geothermal Heating and Cooling
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8
- Assessor Parcel Number 160603315898
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, insurance, lawn maintenance, management, reserve funds, road maintenance, trash
- Merry Go Round Farm HOA
- Merry Go Round Farm Subdivision
- Community Lake
Amenities
- Picnic Area
- Common Area
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Stables
- Horse Trails
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Aug 8, 2025
Sold by
Cahill Christopher John and Cahill Richard Kenneth
Bought by
Galkin Todd H and Galkin Robin F
Seller's Agent
Hans Wydler
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Catriona Fraser
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$2,450,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-6.12%
Views
147
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$44,798
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.12%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$799,300
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,455,902
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2021
Closed on
Aug 10, 2021
Sold by
Drews Cottage Llc
Bought by
Cahill Christopher John and Cahill Richard Kenneth
Seller's Agent
Adam Gelb
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
David Hatef
Compass
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$2,091,000
Premium/Discount to List
$141,000
7.23%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.42%
Original Mortgage
$1,491,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 8, 2021
Closed on
Mar 5, 2021
Sold by
Lastra Carlos M and Turnbow Sheri L
Bought by
Leslie Morgan Steiner Of Drews Cottage L
Seller's Agent
Debora Leyba
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Adam Gelb
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$1,775,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
1.41%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
40.58%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 18, 2011
Sold by
First Savings Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Lastra Carlos M and Turnbow Sheri L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,158,750
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 5, 2011
Sold by
Casey John F and Casey Eve Ann
Bought by
First Savings Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 2009
Sold by
Casey John F and Casey Eve Ann
Bought by
First Savings Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 17, 2007
Sold by
Casey John F
Bought by
Casey John F
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 23, 2007
Sold by
Ward J Richard J
Bought by
Casey John F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 2006
Sold by
Ward J Richard J
Bought by
Casey John F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 9, 2004
Sold by
Morgan Robert M
Bought by
Ward J Richard J and Ward Laura D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2004
Sold by
Morgan Robert M
Bought by
Ward J Richard J and Ward Laura D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 10, 2002
Sold by
Abell Elizabeth Tr
Bought by
Morgan Robert M and Morgan Erich Janice
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $2,300,000 | Tradition Title | |
| Deed | $2,300,000 | Tradition Title | |
| Deed | $2,091,000 | Paragon Title & Escrow Co | |
| Deed | $1,800,000 | Sage Title Group Llc | |
| Deed | $545,000 | Stewart Title Guaranty Co | |
| Deed | $550,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $550,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $795,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $795,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $650,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $650,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $560,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $800,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $800,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,491,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,158,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 08/08/25 | Sold | $2,300,000 | -2.1% | $466 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/14/2025 06/14/25 | Price Changed | $2,350,000 | -4.1% | $476 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | For Sale | $2,450,000 | +17.2% | $497 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/11/2021 08/11/21 | Sold | $2,091,000 | +7.2% | $394 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/15/2021 07/15/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/07/2021 07/07/21 | For Sale | $1,950,000 | +8.3% | $368 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/05/2021 03/05/21 | Sold | $1,800,000 | +1.4% | $339 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/08/2021 02/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/08/2021 02/08/21 | For Sale | $1,775,000 | -- | $335 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,956 | $2,041,133 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $23,956 | $2,024,300 | $760,500 | $1,263,800 |
| 2023 | $20,911 | $1,840,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $18,174 | $1,656,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $16,072 | $1,472,600 | $760,500 | $712,100 |
| 2020 | $31,557 | $1,448,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $15,487 | $1,424,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $15,240 | $1,400,000 | $760,500 | $639,500 |
| 2017 | $8,453 | $1,400,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $7,403 | $1,887,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $7,403 | $691,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $7,403 | $691,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Hans Wydler
-
Eliot Jeffers
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Eliot Jeffers
Compass
(872) 230-6259
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
-
Catriona Fraser
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Catriona Fraser
Long & Foster
(301) 254-0586
1 in this area
88 Total Sales
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2021
Adam Gelb
Long & Foster
-
Debora Leyba
Seller's Agent in 2021
Debora Leyba
Long & Foster
(301) 461-2429
1 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
David Hatef
Buyer's Agent in 2021
David Hatef
Compass
(202) 550-2730
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDMC2179792
APN: 06-03315898
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