8812 Yellow Springs Road

Welcome home to one of Frederick County's finest luxury estates. This property amazes with the quality of craftsmanship, spectacular layout, and attention to detail. This property has a storied history, as it was the founding parcel of Yankeeland Farms, one of the most famous Standardbred horse farms and successful breeding operations in the history of the sport. Nestled just west of Frederick in the village of Yellow Springs, the property offers both pastoral and mountain views. The estate offers tremendous flexibility with a self-contained lower-level suite featuring a separate entrance, in addition to a separate guest house with its own driveway. With multiple living spaces, private entrances, and areas for entertaining, the property offers a variety of possibilities to fit a wide range of needs. The main home and guest house feature a mix of farmhouse and Craftsman-style exteriors with heavy stone accents. The main level has gorgeous random-width, satin-finished hardwood floors. The gourmet kitchen features quartz countertops, a porcelain farmhouse sink, ceramic backsplash, newer appliances, beautifully detailed custom cabinetry, and a huge island. The kitchen also features a custom atrium window offering amazing pastoral views. The butler's pantry provides additional cabinetry, a wall oven, and a new refrigerator. The oversized main-level laundry room provides additional flexibility, with enough space to also be used as an office or bonus room. The open-concept floor plan flows seamlessly into the two-story family room featuring a gas fireplace and skylights. Tucked away off the kitchen is a cozy sunroom with amazing mountain views. The main level also boasts an open dining area with a tray ceiling and a sitting room with custom built-in bookshelves and cabinetry. At the opposite end of the family room, you'll find a main-level primary suite with a recently renovated private bathroom. One of the two primary closets also has hookups for an additional washer and dryer. The upper level features an open loft with random-width, satin-finished hardwood floors overlooking the family room. Barn doors provide separation from one of the two upper-level bedrooms. Both oversized bedrooms feature private bathrooms. The lower-level suite consists of a bedroom with a gas fireplace, a luxurious private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a spacious living area, and a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile floors, and Corian countertops. A separate exterior entrance provides additional flexibility and convenience. The lower level also offers a generous storage area and another set of washer and dryer hookups. Experience outdoor living surrounded by stunning, extensive professional landscaping that enhances the beauty of the property and its peaceful setting. A huge Trex deck leads to a concrete patio and pool deck surrounding the 20' x 40' Gunite heated saltwater pool. The pool is seven feet deep at the deep end and features a new salt cell and heater, along with a recently replaced pump, vacuum, tile, and coping. An elegant black aluminum fence surrounds the pool area. The three-year-old guest house is constructed with HardiePlank cement siding, stone accents, and a standing-seam metal roof. The garage level features epoxy-coated concrete floors and a 16' x 10' overhead door that can be opened during warmer weather to extend the space outdoors. This level also features a large open gathering area and food preparation space. The building is insulated, heated, and cooled. The upper level of the guest house features a flexible room finished with barnwood from an original farm barn, a morning bar with a sink and mini refrigerator, and a full bath. An area at the rear provides additional storage for pool equipment. Construction plans are available in the Documents section. Located minutes from DTF, commuter routes, shopping , schools,and restaurants. Don't miss this opportunity to own one of Frederick's finest estates.