19545 Leopards Lane
Lexington Park, MD 20653

âRiver Retreatâ is a quaint, private paradise nestled in the exclusive 6 home River Colony community of Leopard Run subdivision. This retreat offers a rare location opportunity as it is just 1 mile from St. Maryâs College of Maryland in historic St. Maryâs City and positioned just across South Snowhill Manor Road and the waterfront of the St. Maryâs River. âRiver Retreatâ is a custom built home and is still owned by its original owners. The pride of ownership instantly shows the minute you turn on the private tree lined driveway to see the exquisite home resting on top of a knoll. As you approach the home, the oversized detached 3 car garage comes into view and one instantly begins to appreciate the estate-like feel of River Retreat! This home offers a splendid array of luxuries with the highest quality of detail at every turn. The soul of this home is undoubtedly the gourmet kitchen, a culinary masterpiece featuring top-of-the-line appliances, double wall oven, granite countertops, wine refrigerator, custom cabinetry and storage, center island with a cook top, breakfast bar, subway tile backsplash, recessed and pendant lighting and the window lined sunroom with a vaulted ceiling for dining. Overall, the flawless design of the 9 foot hardwood floored main level seamlessly connects the sun filled 2 story foyer, formal living/sitting room, formal dining room, family room with gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen, sunroom, half bath and private office with bay window creating an atmosphere of splendor. The attached 2 car garage includes a single automated garage door, storage space and utility sink. The homeâs second level features Pergo flooring, a master suite, three bedrooms with plantation shutters, a full bath and laundry area. The Master suite includes a sitting area, tray ceiling, crown molding, plantation shutters, walk in closet and a large en suite bathroom featuring tile flooring, his and her sinks and custom tile walk in shower. The lower level features a versatile space with recessed lighting, a large flex room with closet that is currently used as the 5th Bedroom, a full bath with tiled shower, storage area and sliding door to the outdoor oasis. The entire lower level can be used as an in law suite. Enjoy seamless main level indoor-outdoor living with outdoor access via the large deck off the sunroom. Just down the steps from the deck is an outdoor living space that is a true oasis! This outdoor haven features a sparkling 34x15 in ground pool and lounging area surrounded by upscale fencing, mature landscaping, a pool house, and a cabana with two ceiling fans. The cabana area features an outdoor kitchen, tiled bar area, two covered sitting areas, gas fire center island, a hot tub area, enclosed under deck storage, adjoining large rear and side yards, fire pit area and natural wooded beauty beyond. The natural beauty and privacy is protected because the property boarders a 219 acre Rural Legacy Preserve area. The oversized 34 x 42 detached 3 car garage is a collector-mechanic-hobbyist dream. Features include automotive lift, and air compressor; and HVAC and a finished 2 room flex space above. Pool house is finished with tiled floor, vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, recessed lighting, cabinets, refrigerator and ac unit. This home shows like NEW! Recent renovations include the gourmet kitchen, hard wood flooring, new upstairs hall bathroom, new deck and railings, new low E windows, new roof, fresh paint, garage floor paint, driveway paving and more. You will be enamored by the charm, choices, conveniences and culture of the local areas. Waterfront dinning is minutes away. Leonardtown and Solomons Island are a short drive. Pax River Naval Air Station and Webster Field are 10 minutes away. St. Maryâs Airport is 20 minutes away. Annapolis, MD and Washington, DC are approximately 90 minutes away. A beach vacation in Ocean City, MD is only 3.5 hours away. No HOA fees.