12814 APPEL ROAD SE, LITTLE ORLEANS, MD 21766

“Vacation property, Airbnb portfolio or full time home.  So many possibilities, this property could even be broken into 2 separate Airbnb listings!  Major renovations were done starting in 2022 including a new standing seam metal roof, new exterior doors, new siding and soffit,  updated plumbing, electrical & HVAC and much more.  A wall was taken down to create an expansive main room with beautiful tounge & groove v-joint natural wood ceilings, new engineered hardwood floors, a gorgeous kitchen with custom cabinets, black leathered granite countertops, a commercial grade 6 burner stove and rustic locally sourced live edge maple shelving. A cozy nook bar is located just off  just off the kitchen.  Enjoy your morning coffee or evening bourbon in the bar or head out to the deck to enjoy your beverage in the crisp mountain air of Western Maryland.  Too many other new upgrades to list…come on out and see for yourself!This unique property sits on the edge of the Green Ridge State Forest- the largest adjoining block of public land in Maryland – and is less than 2 hours from DC, Baltimore and Northern Virginia.  From the property, you can see and hear 15 Mile Creek as is flows into the Potomac River. Hike or bike an easy ¼ mile from the property to the C& O Canal Towpath Trail and the Western Maryland Rail Trail.  Enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hunting and much more in this serene setting.Originally a 600 sq ft one-room school house built in 1870, the property was transformed into a 3,269 sq ft lodge in the 1990’s catering to hikers, bikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The old school house is now a living room with a wood burring stove and original hardwood floors.  Several bedrooms and bathrooms on the main living level provide plenty of room to enjoy. You can choose the owners suite – 3rd level with 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom and a private terrace overlooking 15 Mile Creek or the spacious 2nd level bedroom with private bathroom. A brand new platform composite deck with safari tent overlooking the creek, fire pit gathering area and grill area create the perfect outdoor experience you have been dreaming about! The current short term rental listed on Hipcamp features a Queen size bed and access to the indoor suite with a full bathroom, kitchenette, sleeping area and covered outdoor seating.  The property has it all and is located within walking distance to a pub and a short drive to Locust Post Brewery and Rocky Gap Casino and Resort.