




4940 Fairbank Rd, Tilghman, MD, 21671
About This Home
Charming 2-3BR/2BA coastal cottage with tranquil water views of Black Walnut Cove and the Choptank River - ideal for easy full-time living or a relaxed weekend retreat. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout, complementing the home’s warm, welcoming character and comfortable scale. The living room, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, offers a cozy gathering space, while the kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a large center island, wet bar, and French door access to a beautiful screened porch overlooking the cove - perfect for morning coffee, quiet afternoons, or casual evening entertaining. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat, featuring an ensuite bath, walk-in closet, and convenient laundry cubby. An adjoining second bedroom offers flexibility as a private office, sitting room, or additional sleeping space. A third bedroom and full hall bath provide comfortable accommodation for guests. Additional highlights include a garden shed and a fully conditioned “she shed” with heat and AC, currently used as an art studio – a versatile space for hobbies or creative pursuits. Numerous improvements include a new roof, Pella architectural windows, encapsulated crawlspace, 3-zone Mitsubishi mini-split system, reverse-osmosis water filtration, and more. This thoughtfully updated cottage offers the best of Eastern Shore living with a relaxed, waterside feel.
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Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Very Good
- Year built: 1959
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater
- Laundry features: Main Level,Dryer In Unit,Washer In Unit,Laundry Room
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Entry Level Bedroom,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Traditional,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Walk-In Closet(s),Bar,Plaster Walls
- Door features: French Doors
- Window features: Storm Window(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile/Brick,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,260
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Oil
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Ductless,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,260
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Kitchen Island,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Ceiling Fan(s),Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Ceiling,Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Primary Bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Walk-In Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Attached Bathroom
- Level: Main
Screened Porch
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 2105175232
- Zoning: R
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Screened,Patio,Porch,Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water,Panoramic,River,Scenic Vista
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,River
- Waterfront features: Cove
- Waterbody name: Black Walnut Cove
Lot
- Lot size: 0.72 Acres
- Features: Front Yard,Landscaped,Open Lot,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Garage Door Opener,Private,Attached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
