Historic 1743 Maryland farm and battlefield listed for sale

A sprawling 1,050-acre farm near Chestertown, Maryland, originally constructed in 1743, has been placed for sale after staying within one family for centuries. The estate features a brick manor retaining much of its 18th-century architecture, extensive agricultural land, mature forest and access to waterways feeding the Chesapeake Bay. In late August 1814, the grounds hosted the Battle of Caulk’s Field, where roughly 170 Maryland militiamen under Lieutenant Colonel Philip Reed defended a ridge against a British landing party commanded by Captain Sir Peter Parker, who died during the clash.

Because the land continued to be farmed rather than developed, artifacts such as lead balls, buckles and iron equipment have survived underground, aiding scholars in reconstructing troop positions. Recent metal-detector surveys have catalogued these items, enhancing understanding of the engagement. The listing, highlighted in one outlet real-estate briefing, is attracting attention from local conservation and historic-preservation organizations that hope any new owner will maintain the site's agricultural use and protective designations.