Dorchester County
Wildlife Sanctuary And Waterfront Home On The Chesapeake Bay
4550 Hoopers Neck Road Taylors Island, MD 21669
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Description
A rare opportunity to own 62.109± contiguous acres with a waterfront home and multiple septic perc sites overlooking Oyster Cove and the Chesapeake Bay. Known as Vista Bella Estate, this private waterfront property on Taylors Island combines breathtaking western-facing Bay views, a charming cottage, tillable farmland, mature timber, a spring-fed pond, and exceptional wildlife habitat. The property offers the potential for a private waterfront retreat or multi-generational family estate.
Located along Hoopers Neck Road, the estate consists of two adjoining parcels featuring approximately 900 yards of shoreline on the residential parcel and an additional 233± yards on the unimproved parcel. Enjoy expansive Chesapeake Bay sunsets, seasonal bird migrations, and abundant wildlife in a private, preserve-like setting.
The 23.23± acre residential parcel features a charming 900± square-foot waterfront cottage overlooking Oyster Cove and the surrounding marsh. The cottage includes comfortable living spaces, a bluestone fireplace, and scenic water views. Additional improvements include a pole barn garage with rear equipment access, a lookout tower with restoration potential, and historic outbuildings. Established fruit trees, including pear, persimmon, and pomegranate, attract wildlife, with Sika deer frequently visiting the property.
The adjoining 38.879± acre unimproved waterfront parcel features a wooded entrance through mature loblolly pines leading to two productive agricultural fields of approximately 7 and 9 acres. A spring-fed pond, mature timber, marsh habitat, and open farmland provide excellent opportunities for Sika deer and whitetail hunting, wild turkey hunting, waterfowl hunting, and wildlife management. The waterfront setting also offers convenient access to Chesapeake Bay fishing, crabbing, boating, and other outdoor recreation.
Multiple potential homesites are a significant feature of this property. Recent surveying, engineering, and site work have been completed. There has been County recordation identifying two separate Sewage Reserve Areas (SRAs) with septic percolation approvals for potential additional homesites. Recorded survey plats and supporting documents are available upon request. Buyers should independently verify building allowances, septic approvals, and Chesapeake Bay Critical Area requirements with the appropriate agencies. The residential parcel also features an existing pier that requires restoration, with potential for repair or replacement, subject to applicable permits.
Water depth near the existing pier has been reported at approximately 32 inches under observed conditions and is subject to tidal fluctuations and buyer verification.
Vista Bella Estate offers three purchasing opportunities:
--Parcel 37 – 23.23± Acres | Residential Waterfront Property: Includes the 900± square-foot waterfront cottage, pole barn garage, lookout tower,
historic outbuildings, approximately 900 yards of shoreline, and an additional recorded septic reserve area for a potential homesite.
--Parcel 36 – 38.879± Acres | Unimproved Waterfront Land: Features approximately 233± yards of Oyster Cove shoreline, two productive agricultural fields,
mature loblolly pine forest, a spring-fed pond, outstanding Sika deer habitat, and a recorded septic reserve area for a potential homesite.
--Combined Parcels 36 & 37 – 62.109± Acres | Complete Waterfront Estate: Includes both adjoining parcels, the existing waterfront cottage,
agricultural acreage, extensive shoreline, and multiple septic areas offering the potential for a private family compound or multi-generational
Chesapeake Bay estate.
*Potential reduction over individual prices if purchased together.
Contact Whitetail Properties Land Specialist Mike Arajakis to schedule your private showing.
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Small Game, Big Game, Waterfowl, Fish, Wetlands, Gated Entrance
Details
- 62.109± contiguous waterfront acres on Taylors Island
- Charming 900± sq. ft. waterfront cottage with bluestone fireplace and expansive Bay views
- Two additional recorded septic reserve areas with perc approvals for potential homesites
- Two productive tillable fields totaling approximately 16 acres
- Western-facing Chesapeake Bay waterfront with spectacular sunsets and abundant wildlife
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