Property Description
Welcome to Avon Light, an exceptional waterfront property in the Historic District of Oxford, MD. Situated on 4 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with 800’ of rip rapped shoreline, it features four deep water boat slip (7-8’ in all slips) with electric and water, this property is the ultimate sailor’s paradise.
The property previously belonged to Louise Fletcher and Douglas Wallop, her husband, both authors. Mr. Wallop was best known for his screenplay, Damn Yankees. The property is owned today by James and Kyung Turrell, both artists. Mr. Turrell is best known for his work with light and his Arizona project called the Roden Crater. The home which is situated at the end of a long, paved, tree lined driveway is the epitome of charm and elegance which belies its cottage heritage. Completely renovated in 2001 by Ilex Construction, the home has a primary, ensuite, bedroom on the first floor and an additional ensuite bedroom on the second level. In addition there are three additional bedrooms on the second level, each with their own bath. There is an elevator. Floors throughout are beautiful hardwood and the home has four wood burning fireplaces. The gourmet kitchen with sitting area and fireplace is a perfect gathering area with multiple ovens and cooktops. The intimate dining room is just steps away. There is an enclosed porch overlooking Town Creek and the boat basin with its two slips. Two new additions were made to the property in 2001. The garage/shop and an apartment/studio above the pool house. The detached two car garage is spacious with an apartment/studio above. The pool house doubles as a guest cottage with kitchenette and three bathrooms, two on the second level which doubles as an office/studio. The property is essentially a peninsula that overlooks Oxford’s Town Creek, several boatyards and the constant parade of beautiful boats that call Oxford their home port. There is an in ground irrigation system, exterior lighting that displays the gorgeous grounds, pool and exceptional landscaping and there is a standby generator. This is a unique property on the largest residential lot in Oxford that is exceptional in terms of quality and amenities. Please view the professional virtual tour.