2230 SHIELDS DR Dunkirk, MD 20754
6 Beds
7 Baths
5,802 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,802 sqft
Price per Sqft $342
Subdivision Lyons Creek Hundred
MLS Listing ID MDCA2029218
Style Colonial,Transitional
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 2
HOA Fees $160/ann
HOA Y/N Y
Abv Grd Liv Area 4,872
Year Built 1986
Annual Tax Amount $15,003
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 3.000 Acres
Acres 3.0
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
There are homes designed for a moment, and there are homes designed to transcend one.
Set on three expertly landscaped acres in prestigious Lyons Creek Hundred, this exceptional all-brick residence is a testament to an era of custom homebuilding when craftsmanship, proportion and permanence mattered. Encompassing 6,733 finished square feet, the home possesses a presence that is immediately felt—and a quality increasingly difficult to replicate.
The arrival is appropriately memorable. A soaring foyer and dramatic double staircase establish the home's sense of scale, while beautifully proportioned rooms, custom built-ins and three fireplaces lend warmth and character throughout. Despite its impressive size, the residence retains an inviting quality, balancing grand spaces for entertaining with rooms intended for comfortable everyday living.
At the heart of the home, the updated kitchen pairs timeless design with modern refinement, incorporating granite and quartz surfaces, updated appliances and generous workspace. The main-level primary suite creates a private retreat apart from the home's five upper-level bedrooms, providing both luxury and the long-term convenience of main-level living.
Six bedrooms, six full baths and two half baths allow the home to accommodate family and guests exceptionally well, while the finished lower level introduces an entirely different dimension. A substantial recreation and entertaining area with wet bar is joined by an exercise room and private sauna—creating a destination within the home for relaxation, wellness and leisure.
Beyond the interiors, the grounds unfold as a private resort.
The inground pool is framed by a handsome slate patio and surrounded by mature, professionally designed landscaping. A pergola and covered gazebo create inviting places to gather in the shade, while a separate pool house with a full bath provides an uncommon level of convenience for swimmers and guests. The result is an outdoor environment equally suited to quiet summer afternoons and memorable celebrations.
A three-car garage and separate workshop provide generous space for automobiles, collections and hobbies, while geothermal heating adds thoughtful efficiency to a residence of this scale.
Perhaps most remarkable is the sense of privacy and permanence found here while remaining exceptionally connected. Washington, D.C. is approximately 30 minutes away, with Annapolis and Alexandria each about 45 minutes from home.
Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated through the years, this is not a property that depends upon trends to make an impression. Its appeal lies in something far more enduring: beautiful proportions, substantial construction, gracious grounds and the unmistakable character of a home created to last.
This is the kind of residence that becomes part of a family's story—a timeless estate to experience, remember and pass from one generation to the next.
Location
State MD
County Calvert
Zoning A
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Other, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Basement Heated, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Partial
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Double/Dual Staircase, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Hot Water Electric
Heating Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Solid Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Mantel(s), Marble
Equipment Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Trash Compactor, Washer
Fireplace Y
Appliance Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Trash Compactor, Washer
Heat Source Geo-thermal
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Parking Features Garage - Side Entry
Garage Spaces 3.0
Pool In Ground
Water Access N
Roof Type Architectural Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s)
Attached Garage 3
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage Y
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description Backs to Trees, Interior, Private
Story 3
Foundation Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 4872
Sewer Septic Exists
Water Well
Architectural Style Colonial, Transitional
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Tray Ceilings,2 Story Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Windy Hill
Middle Schools Northern
High Schools Northern
School District Calvert County Public Schools
Others
HOA Fee Include Common Area Maintenance
Senior Community No
Tax ID 0503093247
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 5802
Security Features Exterior Cameras
Horse Property N
Special Listing Condition Standard
