Exquisite Maryland Accommodations

Upon arrival, guests are immediately swept away by the elegance of the 17,000-square-foot Mansion. As the towering ivory columns and sweeping grand porches come into view, you will be led through impressive double front doors into the grand entrance hall. The Mansion has 9 uniquely decorated guest rooms that are available on 3 floors.

This is the original outbuilding that supported the 19th-century estate. Perishable food was kept cool here in the warm months with large ice blocks placed in the cellar and covered in straw. The cool air circulated upstairs, making it the perfect place for afternoon tea during the summer. While the structure retains its historic charm, a renovation updated the Ice House, adding modern comforts to its rustic allure.

The Barn is an original outbuilding of the 24-acre estate. It is located along the edge of the woods next to a creek that runs throughout the estate. It now welcomes guests seeking a peaceful escape, with modern amenities ensuring a comfortable stay amidst a historic backdrop.

This quaint accommodation was the property’s original “Post House” which held all important land deals, tax collections, and business transactions. The cool basement is where horse-drawn carriage drivers often sought rest after a long day’s work. Today, the private cottage with a queen bed, fireplace, and jetted tub, provides a cozy and luxurious stay for its guests.

Built in 1865, this house, once owned by the beloved Taneytown piano teacher Mrs. Smith, was relocated to Antrim 1844’s estate grounds by Dort and Richard Mollett to save it from demolition and preserve its history. Today, it functions as a 3 room guest house with a common area.

The Carriage House is one of the original outbuildings that withstood the test of time. Carriages were kept on the first floor while stablehands lived on the second floor. Now transformed, it hosts 2 refined suites and 4 inviting guest rooms, making it a haven for up to 16 adults. The spacious common area with a grand piano invites guests to socialize and unwind.

This was the home and office of Dr. Clotworthy Birnie, a prominent Taneytown physician. He served as president of the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland (now the Maryland State Medical Society) and represented Carroll County in the Maryland House of Delegates. The Birnie House now has 5 guest rooms, a large living and dining room in the common area, and a patio. It features two connecting rooms, The Buffington & The Warren, housing 6 adults, with a total capacity of 12 adults for the whole house.

This quaint accommodation used to serve as a utilitarian barn and equipment shed behind the Birnie House. It was converted to a guest suite and named after the Annan sisters, Elizabeth and Amelia, nieces of Dr. Birnie, a prominent Taneytown physician. The Annan House now comprises 2 suites with connecting rooms, one of which is an accessible suite, catering to a total of 4 adults.

This house is named in honor of the Witherow family. Harry, Grace, and Lester Witherow sat for a portrait with the famous Zepp Studios in the early 1900s. Wilma Witherow Wood Pocachek, a dear friend of Dort’s, was Grace Witherow’s niece. The Witherow House features 3 guestrooms, a living room in the common area with a mini fridge, and can accommodate up to 6 adults.

Edward P. Zepp was the owner of the famous Zepp Studios where many family portraits of Taneytown residents were taken. The Zepp House hosts 4 guestrooms, a spacious living room in the common area with a dining room table, a mini fridge, and can accommodate up to 8 adults.

Named after Bradford Slonaker who resided here and operated a marble yard on Mill Avenue from 1875 to 1918. Mr. Slonaker made yearly trips to Vermont to select the monument stones to be transported by train to Taneytown. He then engraved the stones himself to transport using a horse-drawn carriage. The Slonaker House now offers 4 guestrooms and can accommodate up to 8 adults.