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Listing IDMDKE2001940
Sold For$4,700,000
Bedrooms5
Total Baths6
Full Baths4
Partial Baths2
SqFt
5,619
Acres
191
StatusCLOSED
CountyKent
Year Built1757
Property TypeFarms
Property Sub TypeDetached
Welcome to Wings and Whitetail Farm. Located off the West Fork of Langford Creek, this 191 acre historic estate farm has undergone extensive renovations and improvements over the past year. Originally known as Bungay Hill Farm, this brick, Georgian home dates to 1757. The current owners have brought this 5,600 sq. ft. 5-bedroom, 3 full bath, 2 half bath home up to modern standards while maintaining its historic features. The location off the West Fork of Langford Creek provides easy access to the Chester River and Chesapeake Bay. The farm is a mecca for waterfowl and deer. There are 50 acres of woods, 3 impoundments with wells and water control structures, and 3 ponds (1 stocked). Outbuildings include a WWII torpedo building, pole barn, equipment sheds, kennels, and horse stall barn with additional storage. The farm has over 90 tillable acres with the ability to increase to 100 acres.
As you enter the home, you'll be drawn to the original, arched door with views towards Bungay Creek. The living room showcases fine craftsmanship with extensive trim and paneling and a fireplace. The den has a wood-burning fireplace, bar with wine and beverage refrigerators, built-in cabinetry, and an updated half bath. The dining room features custom molding and a fireplace. The kitchen opens to the screened in porch, perfect for hosting dinner parties. There is a bedroom and bathroom hidden above the kitchen. The mudroom with laundry has ample storage and a half bath. The highlight of the 2nd floor is the primary suite with luxurious bathroom. The bathroom has an oversized glass shower, heart pine flooring, shiplap walls, custom vanity, soaking tub, coffee/expresso bar, large walk-in closet, and several additional closets. the primary bedroom has recently refinished floors and a fireplace. You'll also find an additional guest room on the 2nd floor and renovated bathroom with new wet bath shower, tile floors and vanity. The 3rd floor has 2 more guest rooms with refinished floors and an updated bathroom. You'll love the new, custom built-in bunks in the west bedroom. Significant, mechanical improvements have been made to the home to make it a more energy efficient primary or vacation home. This includes adding insulation throughout the home, new high capacity well pump, water treatment system with whole house reverse osmosis system, high efficiency propane furnace, and new wiring and piping. The encapsulated basement has new Bilco doors. A central air system was added to the 2nd and 3rd floors along with a mini split in the den. Main house exterior updates include a 50 year roof with copper flashing, glass front door, new glass on original rear door, lighting fixtures, Hardie plank siding on 3rd floor dormers, shutters and sollits painted, new brick front steps and walkway, and gutters with leaf guards. The 3 car garage has a new roof, gutters, and new electric service. New landscaping and hardscaping make this home ideal for entertaining. Updates include a widened and resurfaced circular driveway, new brick and concrete walkways, and expanded patio. Several trees were removed from around the home to showcase it historic beauty. The regraded yard features a drainage system to keep water away from the house and nearby structures. The refinished pool was updated with a heater and converted to salt water. There's also a tennis court. The original smokehouse for Bungay Hill Farm remains. The side foundation was replaced with brick to maintain its historical charm. The 1700 sq. ft. caretaker house, built in 2013 features new luxury vinyl plank flooring. The waterfront has a boathouse with new tin roof and 10K boat lift, new 8K boat lift, and boat ramp.Wings and Whitetail Farm is a perfect combination of a multi-generational, waterfront estate farm and ideal hunting destination. The extensive improvements and renovations done by the current owners will allow you to move right in and start enjoying life on the Eastern Shore.
County
Kent
Half Baths
2
Price/SqFt
849.8
Property Sub Type
Detached
Property Type
Farms
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Year Built
1757
Zoning
RCD
Above Grade Finished Area Units
Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source
Assessor
Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
Basement
yes
Basement Type
Outside Entrance, Unfinished
Bathrooms Count Main Level
2
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1
3
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2
1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1
3
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2
1
Bathrooms Half Main Level
2
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1
3
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2
2
Below Grade Finished Area Units
Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units
Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt
1034
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source
Assessor
Central Air
yes
Cooling Type
Ductless/Mini-Split, Central A/C
Fireplace
yes
Fireplace Features
Gas/Propane, Wood, Mantel(s)
Fireplaces Count
4
Heating
yes
Heating Type
Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Levels Count
3
Living Area SqFt Source
Assessor
Other Equipment
Negotiable
Room Count
17
Total Below Grade SqFt
1034
Total Below Grade SqFt Source
Assessor
Total SqFt
6653
Total SqFt Source
Assessor
Construction Materials
Brick
Cooling Fuel
Electric
Distance To Body Of Water Units
Feet
Docks Count
1
Driveway Number of Spaces
20
Exterior Features
Boat Storage, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Kennels, Outbuilding(s), Tennis Court(s)
Farm Features
Farm Equipment, Hunting, Other Residence, Shed(s)
Farm Land Area Source
Estimated
Farm Land Area Units
Acres
Farm Land Preservation
no
Farm Operation
General, Mixed Use, Rural Estate, Other
Foundation Details
Brick/Mortar
Garage
yes
Garage Features
Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area
Garage Spaces Count
3
Heating Fuel
Electric
Hot Water
Propane
Lot Size Source
Estimated
Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Lot SqFt
8319960
New Construction
no
Number of Detached Garage Spaces
3
Other Structures
Above Grade, Below Grade
Parking Features
Circular Driveway
Pool
Yes - Personal
Pool Features
Heated, Saltwater, Concrete
Sewer Septic
On Site Septic
Slips Count
3
Tillable Acres
90
Total Garage and Parking Spaces
23
Type of Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway
Water Access
yes
Water Access Features
Private Access
Water Body Name
Langford Creek
Water Body Type
River
Water Oriented
yes
Water Source
Well
Water View
yes
Wooded Acres
50
Condo/Co-op Association
no
Country
US
Elementary School
ROCK HALL
Elementary School Source
Listing Agent
High School
KENT COUNTY
High School Source
Listing Agent
HOA
no
In City Limits
no
Location Type
River
Middle Or Junior School
KENT COUNTY
Middle School Source
Listing Agent
School District Name
KENT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source
Listing Agent
Senior Community
no
View Type
River, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods, Pond, Panoramic
Waterfront
yes
Waterfront Features
Boat/Launch Ramp, Private Dock Site
Accessibility Features
None
Base Off Market Date
2022-11-21T00:00:00+00:00
Days on Market
41
Dock Type and Features
Hoist/Lift Electric, Multiple Slip, Private, Ramp, Storage Area
Dock/Slip Conveyance
Deeded
Dock/Slip Conveys
yes
Habitable Residence
yes
Land Use Code
A
Story List
Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Year Assessed
2022
Year Built Source
Estimated
Automatically Update Tax Values
yes
Buyer Financing
Cash
Crops Included
no
Inclusions
Negotiable
Ownership Interest
Fee Simple
Possession
Settlement
Sale Type
Standard
Tax Annual Amount
13408
Tax Assessed Value
1084767
Tax Total Finished SqFt
5619
Tax Year
2022
Vacation Rental
no
Listing courtesy of Benson & Mangold, LLC 4102001224
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© 2024 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. Information Deemed Reliable, but Not Guaranteed. Listing information is from various brokers who participate in IDX and not all listings may be visible on the site. The property information being provided is for consumers personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Listing courtesy of Benson & Mangold, LLC. Data last updated on Thursday, March 28th, 2024 07:52:10 PM.
Contact - Listing ID MDKE2001940
John Luca
88 Lantana Dr.
Hockessin, DE 19707
Phone: 3029996966
Phone Alt: 3027405872
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