An alluring 8,400-square-foot home is on the market in Upper Marlboro, Md. It sits in one of the many gated neighborhoods off Church Road, where country scenery mixes with grand-scale development.
No one is allowed beyond the community’s black wrought-iron gate without having a special resident’s pass or calling a homeowner on a security box.
Located in the amenity-rich Oak Creek Club neighborhood, the house at 713 Coffren Place is listed at $799,900. Historic Bowieville Mansion, named after one of Maryland’s first governors, Robert Bowie, is the highlight of the community and the heart of the Village Center.
A custom music studio, home theater and large bar area are among the home’s many special features. The five-bedroom, 4 1/2-bath home’s dramatic presence is felt as soon as the front door opens.
From gleaming high-end hardwood floors to huge entertaining rooms, the owners spared no expense when this home was built in 2007. Tall ceilings and an abundance of windows contribute to the open feel.
A grand foyer is the entry point to the home, which has a center-hall floor plan that separates the formal living room from the formal dining room. Arched entryways and pairs of columns lead the way into both rooms, and transom windows make them extra-sunny.
The living room has crown molding, recessed lighting and a dual-sided marble fireplace that also can be enjoyed from the adjacent study.
Across the hall, the oversized dining room seems to dwarf the owners’ dining table, and there’s plenty of space to host a large dinner party for friends and family.
A set of French doors in the dining room opens directly into a serving area with a wet bar and glass-front cabinets. A powder room is nearby.
The rear portion of the home is taken up by a spacious kitchen and family room. Walking through the grand-foyer hall to access these rooms is like walking through a castle. Rounded walls and a circular overlook highlight the middle of the hall, adding to the home’s dramatic presence.
The kitchen is where guests will want to linger, as it is a crisp and open space with ample counter space and plenty of cabinets. The granite counters and backsplash are especially striking paired with cherry cabinetry and stainless steel appliances.
State-of-the-art appliances include a GE Monogram five-burner stove, hood, side-by-side refrigerator and dishwasher. A long center island is home to the sink and doubles as a breakfast bar.
A light-filled breakfast room across from the kitchen overlooks the wooded view in the backyard and is big enough to accommodate a large kitchen table.
Unwinding at the end of the day is easy in the two-story family room, which has a wood-burning fireplace. This room has floor-to-ceiling glass with three sets of sliding doors and second-story windows.
There’s also a large laundry room on the main level with a window, ceramic flooring, cabinets and a deep utility sink. This room leads the way to the three-car garage.
Reaching the four bedrooms on the second floor is easy, thanks to dual staircases. One is located off the kitchen, while the more formal main staircase is in the foyer. The main curved staircase is hardwood with decorative iron spindles.
The view from the upper-level hall overlook is striking. The hall branches out to the four bedrooms, two of which have their own full baths, while the remaining two share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom.
Double doors lead to the carpeted master suite, which has high ceilings and columns. A three-sided fireplace is the focal point and can be enjoyed in both the sleeping quarters and the sitting room.
It’s the large walk-out balcony, however, that steals the show in the master suite. Doors in the sitting room open directly onto a generously sized balcony that sits above the garage.
The well-appointed master bath has ceramic earth-tone floors, his-and-hers sinks, a separate vanity area and two walk-in closets with organizers.
The lower level has been turned into a trendy, sophisticated retreat complete with a recreation room, soundproof music studio and home theater. There’s also a bar area in the recreation room with black granite countertops, a small dishwater, a refrigerator and a wine cooler. The fifth bedroom is also on this level.
Oak Creek is also planning a 25,000-square-foot country clubhouse with swimming pools, tennis courts, a putting green and a lake. The interim clubhouse was completed this spring and has a community party room.
Details:
Address: 713 Coffren Place, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Community: Oak Creek Club
Age: Built in 2007
Price: $799,000
Homeowners association fee: $405 per year
Taxes: $12,781
Size: 8,459 square feet on a lot of .31 acres
Exterior features: Brick-front home with three-car garage, balcony, professional landscaping
Interior Features: Five bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, open floor plan, spacious rooms, hardwood floors throughout main level, two-story ceilings, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, butler’s pantry, walk-in closets, laundry room, dual staircase, master-suite sitting room, recreation room with large bar, music studio, mudroom, study
Amenities: Three fireplaces, intercom system
Schools: Kingsford Elementary, Kettering Middle, Henry Wise High
Close by: Bowie Town Center mall, Six Flags America amusement park, Prince George’s Stadium, golf, swimming, recreation, shopping, dining
Open house: By appointment
Contact: Janette Little of Yerman, Witman, Gaines and Conklin at 410/456-7455
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