NOT LISTED FOR SALE

23944 N Porters Creek Ln Saint Michaels, MD 21663

Estimated Value: $2,668,000 - $4,038,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
5,105 Sq Ft
$670/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 12, 2021

Last sale price $2,500,000 $490 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,093/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boathouse
  • 3 Dock Slips
  • Access to Tidal Water
  • 750 Feet of Waterfront
  • Guest House
  • Converted Barn or Barndominium

About This Home

As of July 2021

Welcome to Turtle Cove, a one-of-a-kind, highly-crafted composition of nature, architecture and art. Located only 2.5 miles from historic St. Michaels, this private and serene waterfront retreat has amenities and features that will delight all. The 4.29-acre park-like setting features a lagoon-like pool with an arched timber pool pavilion, turtle ponds, waterfalls, stone and brick pathways, mosaic site sculptures, a 2-person cedar barrel sauna, specimen trees and beautiful, lush gardens. The property also hosts a private pier with boathouse, three boat lifts, 2.5 to 3 feet MLW and 750 feet of protected riprapped and natural shoreline. The property enjoys a high elevation, broadband internet is available on site and the lawns and gardens are fully irrigated. The striking, modern one-level main residence enjoys broad panoramic views of Porters Creek and the Miles River beyond. This 1,709 sq. ft., 2-bedroom, 2-bath, cedar sided home features an open plan, 9-foot ceilings, a Bulthaup kitchen, European spa-like bathrooms, Miele and Subzero appliances, a Wittus Shaker wood stove, wide plank Douglas Fir flooring and a large waterside deck for dining and lounging to take in the breathtaking view. An architecturally distinctive guest house greets you as you enter the property. This 900 sq. ft. guest quarters features a bedroom with private balcony, full bath, hardwood floors, kitchenette, spiral staircase, wrap-around deck and outdoor shower. The English Cotswold-style barn overlooks the cove and gardens. This finished 1,210 sq. ft., 2-story structure with fireplace provides ideal spaces for a studio, office and fitness. It features a fenced-in garden with raised planting beds and a brick patio that’s ideal for crab feasts or outdoor dining. A 2,050 sq. ft. converted dairy barn provides large work space, storage and or covered car parking on the main level. The second and third levels feature cathedral ceilings, a gas fireplace, a bar counter with under-counter refrigerator, sink and dishwasher and two bathrooms. It’s a very unique and perfect entertainment space that can accommodate large parties, dining and dancing. Serene and magical, a special opportunity awaits you at Turtle Cove.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eugene Smith

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #634752 Listed on: 06/09/2021

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Vi Hauenstein

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,015

Year Built

  • Built in 2012

Lot Details

  • 3.84 Acre Lot
  • 750 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Wood Fence
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Decorative Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned RC, Rural Conservation

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • 1 Detached Carport Space
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Circular Driveway
  • Gravel Driveway

Property Views

  • River
  • Panoramic
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Studio
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Metal Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 5,105 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Stained Glass
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Solar Tube

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Ramp on the main level

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Poolside Lot
  • Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Access to Tidal Water
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Private Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Sail
  • Rip-Rap
  • Swimming Allowed
  • Boathouse
  • 3 Dock Slips
  • Physical Dock Slip Conveys
  • Dock made with Treated Lumber
  • Pond
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • 3 Powered Boats Permitted
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Waterfall on Lot
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Office or Studio
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Underground Utilities
  • Propane
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Bottled Gas Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Converted Barn or Barndominium

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4.29
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2102077973

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Porters Pride Subdivision

Recreation

  • Fishing Allowed

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,015

Year Built

Built in 2012

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Converted Barn
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main, Ramp - Main Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: Site Sculpture, Sauna
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to Turtle Cove, a one-of-a-kind, highly-crafted composition of nature, architecture and art. Located only 2.5 miles from historic St. Michaels, this private and serene waterfront retreat has amenities and features that will delight all. The 4.29-acre park-like setting features a lagoon-like pool with an arched timber pool pavilion, turtle ponds, waterfalls, stone and brick pathways, mosaic site sculptures, a 2-person cedar barrel sauna, specimen trees and beautiful, lush gardens. The property also hosts a private pier with boathouse, three boat lifts, 2.5 to 3 feet MLW and 750 feet of protected riprapped and natural shoreline. The property enjoys a high elevation, broadband internet is available on site and the lawns and gardens are fully irrigated. The striking, modern one-level main residence enjoys broad panoramic views of Porters Creek and the Miles River beyond. This 1,709 sq. ft., 2-bedroom, 2-bath, cedar sided home features an open plan, 9-foot ceilings, a Bulthaup kitchen, European spa-like bathrooms, Miele and Subzero appliances, a Wittus Shaker wood stove, wide plank Douglas Fir flooring and a large waterside deck for dining and lounging to take in the breathtaking view. An architecturally distinctive guest house greets you as you enter the property. This 900 sq. ft. guest quarters features a bedroom with private balcony, full bath, hardwood floors, kitchenette, spiral staircase, wrap-around deck and outdoor shower. The English Cotswold-style barn overlooks the cove and gardens. This finished 1,210 sq. ft., 2-story structure with fireplace provides ideal spaces for a studio, office and fitness. It features a fenced-in garden with raised planting beds and a brick patio that’s ideal for crab feasts or outdoor dining. A 2,050 sq. ft. converted dairy barn provides large work space, storage and or covered car parking on the main level. The second and third levels feature cathedral ceilings, a gas fireplace, a bar counter with under-counter refrigerator, sink and dishwasher and two bathrooms. It’s a very unique and perfect entertainment space that can accommodate large parties, dining and dancing. Serene and magical, a special opportunity awaits you at Turtle Cove.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Floor Plan - Open, Ceiling Fan(s), Built-Ins, Wood Floors, Stove - Wood, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Solar Tube(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Studio, Walk-In Closet(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Water Treat System
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 5105
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 5105
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 488.74
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5105
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 23944

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Barn, Boat House, Office/Studio, Guest House
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Combination
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Water Falls, Outside Shower
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Flat, Metal
  • View: Panoramic, River, Scenic Vista
  • Water Access Features: Fishing Allowed, Swimming Allowed, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Sail
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Porters Creek
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 750

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Gravel Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area
  • Number Of Detached Carport Spaces: 1
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Carport, Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned, Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Bottled Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Propane, Under Ground
  • Water Source: Well
  • Internet Services: Broadband

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Loss Mitigation Fee?: No

Schools

  • School District: TALBOT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121138072466
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Decorative, Wood
  • Land Use Code: 110
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Pond, Private, Rip-Rapped, Trees/Wooded, Poolside, Secluded
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.84
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 167270.40
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Deck(s), Balcony, Wrap Around
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RC
  • Zoning Description: Rural Conservation
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5292758
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9015.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2102077973
  • Tax Lot: 4.29
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 5105
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 07/12/2021

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Private Dock Site, Rip-Rap

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: TALBOT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2017
Sold by
Epstein Michael
Bought by
Epstein Michael S and Michael S Epstein Trust
Current Estimated Value
$3,421,182

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2016
Closed on
Dec 21, 2016
Sold by
Wesilewski Susan
Bought by
Epstein Micharel
Seller's Agent
Brian Petzold
Benson & Mangold, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Eugene Smith
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$170,000
-12.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.84%
Original Mortgage
$944,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2014
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Wasilewski Susan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 1995
Sold by
Six Three Holding Corp
Bought by
Succop Craigie S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 1992
Sold by
Lucey Charles E
Bought by
Six Three Holding Corp

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 1984
Sold by
Lucey Charles E and Lucey Mary B
Bought by
Lucey Charles E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
14.04%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Epstein Michael S -- None Available
Epstein Micharel $1,180,000 Newly Title Assurance Co Inc
Wasilewski Susan -- None Available
Bank Of America Na -- None Available
Succop Craigie S $625,000 --
Six Three Holding Corp $470,000 --
Lucey Charles E $100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Epstein Michael S $1,234,000
Closed Esptein Michael S $100,000
Closed Epstein Micharel $944,000
Previous Owner Lucey Charles E $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/12/2021 07/12/21 Sold $2,500,000 +0.2% $490 / Sq Ft
06/14/2021 06/14/21 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2021 06/09/21 For Sale $2,495,000 +111.4% $489 / Sq Ft
12/21/2016 12/21/16 Sold $1,180,000 -5.6% $435 / Sq Ft
10/02/2016 10/02/16 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2016 09/26/16 Price Changed $1,250,000 -7.4% $461 / Sq Ft
08/23/2016 08/23/16 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $497 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $17,427 $2,252,100 $1,135,300 $1,116,800
2024 $17,427 $1,926,833 $0 $0
2023 $13,761 $1,601,567 $0 $0
2022 $10,227 $1,276,300 $707,700 $568,600
2021 $18,712 $1,239,833 $0 $0
2020 $8,975 $1,203,367 $0 $0
2019 $8,848 $1,166,900 $606,400 $560,500
2018 $8,147 $1,166,900 $606,400 $560,500
2017 $8,379 $1,166,900 $0 $0
2016 $8,174 $1,243,900 $0 $0
2015 $2,917 $1,244,000 $0 $0
2014 $2,917 $1,246,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDTA141056

Bright MLS

APN: 02-077973