330 Acres of Unlimited Possibility in Frederick County

Some properties ask you to live with someone else’s vision. This one invites you to create your own.

Spanning 330 contiguous acres in the heart of Frederick County, this extraordinary holding offers something increasingly rare: a true blank canvas. With no existing residence, barn, or obsolete infrastructure to navigate, the property presents a clean-sheet opportunity to design a principal residence, family compound, sporting retreat, or legacy estate entirely on your terms.

Held in five separate parcels, the land unfolds across a landscape of remarkable diversity. Nearly two miles of Linganore Creek, along with an additional mile of picturesque tributaries, weave through the property, creating a setting defined by water, wildlife, and natural beauty. Approximately 90 tillable acres are currently cultivated in a productive corn and soybean rotation, while another 30 acres of maintained hay fields offer immediate potential for equestrian use. The remaining 210 acres are comprised of mature hardwood forest traversed by more than ten miles of established trails suited for horseback riding, e-biking, hiking, ATV adventures, or peaceful evening walks beneath the canopy.

The property offers the ideal balance of recreation and conservation. Whitetail deer, wild turkey, fox, and coyote move freely through the woodlands, where more than twenty strategically placed tree stands create a turnkey sporting environment. Along the creek, beavers continue their work shaping the landscape, while nesting bald eagles provide a rare and unmistakable endorsement of the property’s ecological significance.

History is equally present here. Scattered throughout the landscape are fieldstone ruins believed to date back to the 1700s, including what appears to be the remnants of an early mill adjacent to a tributary of Linganore Creek. These enduring structures provide a compelling sense of provenance and create a distinctive focal point for restoration, landscape architecture, or estate design.

The Estate in Detail

The Clean-Sheet Advantage

With no existing improvements to dictate design decisions, every aspect of the estate can be created with intention. Position the residence along the creek, atop a ridgeline, or within a private forest setting. Whether envisioning a contemporary architectural statement, a classic country manor, guest residences, stables, ponds, or recreational amenities, the property is ready to accommodate a vision of exceptional scale.

Land & Water

• 90 tillable acres under active cultivation generating agricultural income
• 30 acres of maintained hay fields suitable for equestrian conversion
• 210 acres of mature hardwood forest
• More than 10 miles of established trails
• Nearly 2 miles of Linganore Creek frontage
• Approximately 1 mile of additional creek tributaries

Sporting & Recreational Appeal

A private sporting property of uncommon quality, featuring:

• More than 20 existing tree stands
• Strong populations of whitetail deer and wild turkey
• Fox and coyote habitat
• ATV, dirt bike, horseback, hiking, and e-bike trails
• Multiple creek crossings and varied terrain
• Nesting bald eagles and active beaver habitats

Historic Character

Fieldstone ruins believed to date to the eighteenth century provide an authentic connection to the region’s past. The apparent remains of a historic mill offer a unique architectural and landscape feature rarely found on undeveloped land.

Conservation Value

Estimated Value: Approximately $1.5 Million

Roughly 170 acres consisting primarily of floodplain and steeper terrain may qualify for conservation preservation programs, with an estimated value approaching $1.5 million. This creates a unique opportunity to realize substantial preservation value while maintaining the property’s core residential and estate development potential.

Subdivision & Flexibility

The property is currently configured as five separate parcels, each with subdivision potential for up to three additional lots plus a remainder parcel.

Highlights include:

• Five existing parcels
• Seven approved percolation tests
• Two additional approvals anticipated
• Flexibility for a family compound, future subdivision, or long-term estate planning

Location

Despite its privacy and scale, the property remains exceptionally accessible.

• 15 minutes to Historic Downtown Frederick
• 7 minutes to Interstate 70
• 15 minutes to Frederick Municipal Airport (KFDK)
• Less than one hour to Washington, D.C.
• Less than one hour to Baltimore
• Convenient access to professional sports, major business centers, and regional amenities

Located near Lake Linganore, yet free from community association restrictions, the property offers the freedom to create an estate without compromise. Extensive open acreage provides ample room for equestrian facilities, recreational amenities, or even a private helipad.

An opportunity of this scale, flexibility, and natural beauty is rarely available. Whether envisioned as a private family retreat, sporting estate, or multigenerational legacy property, these 330 acres offer the freedom to build something truly enduring.

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