Waterfront Wonderf

Neutral river-rock hues and modern farmhouse chic complement this renovated riverfront home.

- Charlotte Safavi

When Ed and Kristin Treacy first purchased their circa-1800s house, with its choppy add-ons, they were mostly taken by the five acres it sat upon, overlooking the Choptank River in Royal Oaks, MD.

“We instantly loved it for the property: the spectacular views, and the potential for summer breezes and beautiful sunsets,” says Kristin, adding, “We also liked the bones of the house and the character of the historic part, but we knew that we had to update it for modern day conveniences and to accommodate our lifestyle.”

The couple has five young adult children, and lots of friends in the DC Metro area, where they have their primary home.

To achieve the task of taking the 2-bedroom 3000-square-foot house and converting it into a 5-bedroom 4200-square-foot home, the Treacys worked with architect Speight Cook Studio and builder Mueller Homes. The interiors came later under the supervision of Jamie Merida Interiors based in nearby Easton.