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Nestled in the sought-after Lake Linganore subdivision, this lovingly cared-for stone home was built in 1795 and has been a community staple ever since, standing out among the modern homes with its original stone, red shutters and white picket fence.

Bordered by large cypress trees and surrounded by lush landscaping, including a cement patio covered by a pergola, this home is filled with old-fashioned details that especially delight visitors during the holiday season.

Beyond the stone-slab stoop, a comfortable kitchen ushers in guests with its two-story breakfast room, brick floor and modern appliances. A stone wall stands out on one end, and the built-in cabinets feature glass-front doors. Appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator hidden behind a door to match the cabinets.

There is a breakfast bar and two entrances to the gorgeous dining room.

The dining room boasts the original hearth of the home with a hand-hewn mantel. Switched to a gas fireplace years ago, the hearth is the focus of the room. Wood beams line the ceiling and the brick floor continues through here. A door opens to a walkway that winds to the screened-in summer porch.

Back inside, another stone step leads up to the cozy family room, which features wood floors, a built-in bookcase and a door to the cellar. The foyer is just off of here and leads to the parlor that also features wood floors and an original wood-burning fireplace. The original windows throughout the home still feature deep sills.

Upstairs, the two original bedrooms are spacious with closets and wood floors. A full bath lined with ceramic tile sits between the two rooms. Another set of steps leads up to the attic level, which has been finished to include two rooms with wood floors, a beamed, arched ceiling and space for a playroom or more bedrooms.

Back to the second level, a stone arch leads to the second level landing that overlooks the kitchen. This view is breathtaking, offering windows that peek out onto the property.

Off of this hallway, there is another bedroom and a door to the master suite. This room features Berber carpet and is another example of an ideal blend of modern and historic. Stone accents two of the walls of this spacious suite, and a hallway leads down to the double, large, walk-in closets. Another closet in the hallway holds linens, and the master bath is generously sized and tastefully decorated. With two separate shower heads, a dual vanity and Mexican tile, the bath is the ultimate in luxury.

A convenient laundry closetalso is near the master suite.

A back stairway from the master suite winds down to the mudroom area off of the dining room and features a powder room, coat closet and large pantry. A door opens to the attached, large two-car garage.

Outside, a former smokehouse has been converted to a garden shed and a split-rail fence surrounds the property.

Specialties of the house

g Address: 6650 Boyer's Mill Road, New Market

g Style: 1795 stone home

g Lot size: .64 acre

g Price: $699,000*

g Bedrooms: 4

g Bathrooms: 2 full, 1 half

g Contact: Gary Gestson, Long & Foster, 301-646-0046

*List price for homes may be subject to change.