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EXTERIORS
132 S. harrison street
Easton, MD
Chaffinch House
132 S. Harrison Street, Easton
$1,995,000
Experience the allure of Chaffinch House nestled in the heart of Easton’s picturesque landscape. Dating back to 1893, this Queen Anne Victorian residence underwent meticulous restoration in 2019, preserving its timeless elegance. Situated on a prime corner lot, it boasts inviting porches ideal for relaxation and entertainment, including a screened-in dining area and a secluded rear porch overlooking the
enchanting garden. Wander through brick pathways adorned with a Williamsburg fountain, leading to a charming potting shed and the original garage.
Step inside to discover a grand foyer graced by an intricately carved oak staircase, guiding you to exquisitely designed living spaces featuring soaring ceilings and stunning hardwood floors. The living room and family room exude historic charm, each boasting a distinctive fireplace. Entertain guests in the spacious dining room with a bay window, accommodating up to twelve, seamlessly connected to the updated kitchen. Adorned with modern amenities and marble countertops, the kitchen offers ample storage, complemented by a cozy banquette dining area, alongside a convenient laundry room and butler's pantry. Ascend to the second level, where three luxurious bedrooms await. The primary suite beckons with a fireplace, a tranquil sitting room, and a sprawling closet, accompanied by a screened sleeping porch and a second porch housing a sauna, all adjoined by an opulent ensuite bath. The second bedroom features an ensuite bath and a captivating stained glass window, while the third bedroom offers its own ensuite bath. Venture to the top floor to discover two additional bedrooms boasting ensuite baths and captivating architectural elements, one currently serving as a versatile office space. Embrace the heritage of this remarkable residence, recognized by the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties as a quintessential Victorian mansion.
HISTORY
The house began its long life when William Pratt Chaffinch, a merchant, banker and later Mayor of Easton, built the house sometime after 1894. The Chaffinch family retained ownership of the residence until 1948. Then the house’s use became apartments and in 1993 Richard and Laura Brandt bought the property and made interior alterations to operate it as a B&B. Enter Nia and Mark Perry, who became owners of the property in 2015 and began their restoration that has surpassed the house’s original glory. (Jenn Martella, Talbot Spy)
"This is a characteristic mansion of the Victorian Period. At least half a dozen of them exist in Easton, but this one is definitely the most elaborate and intricate... This house is a wonderful and fanciful example of Victorian exuberance and ingenuity. It stands as a monument to an inventive and eclectic age." (Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties)
View from Brookletts & Harrison Street intersection, approx. 1967 (from Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties)
View from Harrison Street, approx. 1976 (from Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties)
One of the most iconic properties in all of Talbot County. Winner of five Plein Aire awards, and featured in The Metropolitan Magazine, Forbes and Talbot Spy, the home appears in the first scene of the movie Silent Fall and artists have created and sold its models online. Nestled on a corner lot of Harrison Street, the Chaffinch House is steps away from the Academy Art Museum and just two blocks from the Avalon Theater and the Tidewater Inn. While maintaining it’s historic charm, Easton has grown into a vibrant destination. The Chaffinch House functioned as a Bed & Breakfast for several years before being converted to a single family residence in 2019 through meticulous renovation
3 Story
5 Bedrooms
5 Full/1 Half Bathrooms
1-Car Garage
Built 1893
Renovated 2019
3,995 +/- Sq Ft
Easton
INTERIOR PHOTOS
Exteriors
Location
Easton, Maryland, “the 8th Best Small Town in America” is an arts and cultural center with a population 16,500+ individuals who love living in a small town that offers the best of many worlds: access to large metropolitan areas like Baltimore, Annapolis, Washington, and Wilmington; good health care from a strong local hospital and medical community; casual and gourmet dining; shopping for all budgets from collectibles to fine antiques; eclectic art galleries; several public golf courses; the splendid Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries in their backyard for sailing, canoeing, kayaking, and crabbing; an historic Town Center with Colonial and Victorian architecture; and an active local community that welcomes new ideas and enthusiasm.
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