HISTORIC PROPERTY SPECIALIST World Famous Trout Run An Extraordinary Historic Property Historic Home Specialists We assist both buyers and sellers in making their home purchase/sale not only a GREAT experience, but an HISTORIC one! We Understand Historic Home Buyers They are not looking for just an old house, a composite of wood and nails. They listen attentively to the centuries old stories that heart pine floors reveal and revel in the craftsmanship of a time when artisans took price in their work. They know that within every line and plane of an historic home there lies a measured moment for reflection. Visit our website for more Historic Properties www.gestson.com Presidential Retreat his is a truly extraordinary country getaway, steeped in history and at 450+ acres, arguably, the most beautiful piece of real estate in Maryland. Near Camp David in the Catoctin Mountains, this former presidential retreat boasts its own private 2 mile wild trout stream and resonates through the expansive compound of river stone lodges with a voice of calm and tranquility. Some presidents came here for a respite from the hustle of Camp David, for solitude and privacy - a place to hunt and fish, and seek quiet reflection from the deafening issues of state. urchased for Herbert Hoover in the 1920's as a private getaway, he spent many presidential hours fishing Little Hunting Creek - deemed one of Maryland s finest wild trout streams. FDR in the 1940's also enjoyed Trout Run s amenities including fishing from the footbridge that now carries his name. Eisenhower, an accomplished watercolorist and outdoors man found Trout Run an ideal TROUT RUN Near Camp David Thurmont, MD 20877 $12,000,000 Virtual Tour www.gestson.com
Page 2 There is nothing like returning to a place that remained unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have altered. Nelson Mandella watercolorist and outdoor s man found Trout Run an ideal place to practice his favorite leisure pastimes. he entrance to the complex opens to an enchanting array of four stone lodges, 2 aptly named for their favorite residents. The Hoover House overlooks the stream and main lodge from a hillside and the Eisenhower House, downstream, features a wall of windows that frames the most beautiful view of the stream and wilder- ness imaginable and includes spacious living quarters. The main lodge, with its large gourmet kitchen and rustic two story stone fireplace, has a patio that nudges right up next to the stream. ast the old Spring House and the enormous stone barbecue center, across the flagstone courtyard from the Main Lodge, is the Caretakers Lodge, full of modern amenities. Down stream and just before the Olympic sized pool, tennis court and gaming area, is Contact us at 1-866-GESTSON for a private showing!
Page 3 the Pavilion, with its own large stone barbecue, bar area, kitchen and rest rooms, and seating for 100+ - perfect for conferences, dancing or dining. Adding to the unique character of this property is the replica of the Yugoslav Parliament House that was originally constructed for the 1962 Seattle Worlds Fair. he fifth and final residence is a wooden chalet, separate from the main complex and up a wooded path with a gorgeous view of the stream and hillside. Secluded and private, this was Amy Eisenhower s favorite retreat and includes a built in movie screen and three levels of comfortable living. urrounded on three sides by State Park land, Trout Run is a wooded paradise nestled in the Catoctin Mountains, minutes from Frederick and 1 hour to either Baltimore or DC. 450+ wooded acres Two mile wild trout stream Five residences Replica Yugoslav house Pavilion that seats 100+ Pool & tennis court Flagstone walkways Large parking lot Bordered by parkland Near DC & Baltimore Featured as Camp David In TV s The West Wing Visit our website at All information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
HISTORIC PROPERTY SPECIALIST Audio Tour 1-866-GESTSON then tour # Example: 1-866-GESTSON (wait) 120 Fax on Demand Property Information tour# +6 Example: 1-866-GESTSON (wait) 1206 Specializing in Historic Properties 1700-1930 1930 Gary Gestson GESTSON & Associates Historic Home Team 189 Kentlands Blvd Gaithersburg, MD 20882 TEL/VM/FAX 1-866-GESTSON gary@longandfoster.com Privately nestled in the Catoctin Mountains near Camp David in Frederick County, Maryland. Less than one hour from Washington D.C. or Baltimore Md. beltway, Convenient to Routes 270 and 70. Scenic Mountain location with hiking, camping, boating and horseback riding facilities in neighboring Catoctin Mountain Parks. Shopping facilities in Thurmont, 3 miles and Frederick 8 miles. Nearby attractions include Gettysburg, Pa., Antietam Battlefield, Harpers Ferry, Ski Liberty and the Charles Town race track.
FEATURES & AMENITIES LOCATION: Privately nestled in the Catoctin Mountains near Camp David in Frederick County, Maryland. Less than one hour from Washington D.C. or Baltimore Md. beltway, Convenient to Routes 270 and 70. Scenic Mountain location with hiking, camping, boating and horseback riding facilities in neighboring Catoctin Mountain Parks. Shopping facilities in Thurmont, 3 miles and Frederick 8 miles. Nearby attractions include Gettysburg, Pa., 20 miles, Antietam Battlefield, Harpers Ferry, Ski Liberty and the Charles Town race track. PROPERTY: Spectacular mountain retreat, ideal for family vacation compound or corporate hideaway, encompassing more than 450 acres of woodland. Two private miles of Little Hunting Creek, excellent for fishing; wooden foot bridge; five rearing ponds. Entrance gates permit road access to the compound, a complex of residences and outbuildings which serve both functional and recreational needs. Inground swimming pool (30 x 75 ) with filtration system and adjacent bath house; shuffleboard and basketball courts; horseshoe pit. Open-air pavilion with bar and wood and charcoal barbecue grills; several barbecue pits. Extensive flagstone patios and outdoor lighting throughout complex area. Three-car garage and hard surface parking for 50 cars. Zoned conservation, maximum development permits 90 residences, single or clustered. RESIDENCES: Main Lodge: 5 rooms (includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths). Twostory stone structure built circa 1930. Stone construction; shingle roof. Oilforced hot air heating; electric hot water heater; septic/well plumbing; air conditioned. A barbeque pit and stone terraces surround this residence, which overlooks Little Hunting Creek. Completely furnished and outfitted, the house is in excellent condition throughout. First Floor: Living Room (24 x 32 ) featuring stone walls, cathedral ceiling, hardwood floors, massive stone fireplace and hearth, and French doors which open onto a lovely stone terrace with wood railings overlooking the creek. Kitchen (15 x 30 ) with double wall ovens, counter-top burners, plate warmer, two dishwashers, refrigerator, and Dining Area. There are also two Bedrooms, one Bath. Second Floor: Master Bedroom (15 x 30 ), with full Bath. GUEST LODGE: 3 rooms (includes 2 bedrooms, 2 baths). Onestory stone structure; shingle roof. Oil-forced hot air heat; electric hot water heater; septic/well plumbing; air conditioned. Stone terraces. House is completely furnished. Living Room/Card Room (21 x 24 ), overlooking the stream, with pine paneled walls, hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling, stone fireplace and bar unit; two Bedrooms (each 14 x 16 ), each with full Bath. HOOVER HOUSE: 2 rooms (includes 1 bedroom, 1 bath). Onestory Lodge of stone construction, built circa 1930s. Shingle roof. Electric and gas heat; electric hot water heater; septic/well plumbing. Enclosed porch offering view of the creek and the complex from the residence s hillside setting. CATOCTIN CHALET: The Catoctin Chalet situated on an elevation overlooking the creek and located approximately one fourth mile along a picturesque stream side trail from the main buildings. The chalet on three levels features a magnificent stone fireplace, four bedrooms, bar, kitchen and living room plus large ground floor family room also with fireplace. Innumerable building sites along the creek or at elevation away from the stream exist for the owner who may wish to build additional housing or other facilities. This property is one of a kind and can not be duplicated in the Washington-Baltimore area. A four lane highway takes the visitor to within one mile of Trout Run s entrance. CARETAKER S HOUSE: 5 rooms, 1 bath. One-story stone structure. Oil heat and A/C with electric hot water heater; septic/ well plumbing. In addition to the three Bedrooms, the house offers a Living Room, fireplace, and Kitchen. OUTBUILDINGS: MAIN PAVILION: Built in 1948, this octagon-shaped structure of stone and wood construction features an entertainment area which can accommodate up to several hundred people; seating capacity approximately 100, under cover; Kitchen, Barbecue area and bar. Ideal for use as a recreation hall or conference area. Yugoslav House: A replica of the first parliament building in Belgrade, displayed at the Seattle World s Fair in 1964, this structure is a large recreation building and can also serve as a conference area. Stone constructed Laundry House, located to the rear of the caretaker s house; 3-car Garage with storage space: Bath House, adjacent to the pool and featuring separate dressing areas; Storage Shed with workshop, enclosed Barbecue Pit; Incinerator. Offered at $12,000,000 Furnished & Equipped Main Lodge GESTSON & Associates 1-866-GESTSON www.gestson.com
REALTOR gary@historichometeam.com Offered at $12,000,000 VIRTUAL TOUR urrounded on three sides by State Park land, Trout Run is a wooded paradise nestled in the Catoctin Mountains, minutes from Frederick, 1 hour to either Baltimore or DC.. he fifth and final residence is a wooden chalet, separate from the main complex and up a wooded path with a gorgeous view of the stream and hillside. Secluded and private, this was Amy Eisenhower s favorite retreat and includes a built in movie screen and three levels of comfortable living. ast the old Spring House and the enormous stone barbecue center, across the flagstone courtyard from the Main Lodge, is the Caretakers Lodge, full of modern amenities. Down stream and just before the Olympic sized pool, tennis court and gaming area, is the Pavilion, with its own large stone barbecue, bar area, kitchen and rest rooms, and seating for 100+ perfect for conferences, dancing or dining. Adding to the unique character of this property is a replica of the Yugoslav House that was originally constructed for the 1962 Seattle Worlds Fair. Featured as Camp David in the TV series The West Wing TEL/VM/FAX 1-866-GESTSON GARY GESTSON he entrance to the complex opens to an enchanting array of four stone lodges, 2 aptly named for their favored residents. The Hoover urchased for Herbert Hoover in the 1920's as a private getaway, he spent many presidential hours fishing Little Hunting Creek - deemed one of Maryland s finest wild trout streams. FDR in the 1940's also enjoyed Trout Run s amenities including fishing from the footbridge that now carries his name. Eisenhower, an accomplished watercolorist and outdoor s man found Trout Run an ideal place to practice his favorite leisure pastimes. his is a truly extraordinary country getaway, steeped in history and at 450+ acres, arguably, the most beautiful piece of real estate in Maryland. Near Camp David in the Catoctin Mountains, this former presidential retreat boasts its own private 2 mile wild trout stream and resonates through the expansive compound of river stone lodges with a voice of calm and tranquility. Some presidents came here for a respite from the hustle of Camp David, for solitude and privacy - a place to hunt and fish, and seek quiet reflection from the deafening issues of state. looks the stream and main lodge from a hillside and the Eisenhower House, downstream, features a wall of windows that frames the most beautiful view of stream and wilderness imaginable and includes spacious living quarters. The main lodge, with its large gourmet kitchen and rustic two story stone fireplace, has a patio that nudges right up next to the stream. The World Famous Presidential Retreat in the Catoctin Mountains! Pavilion - Wood & Stone, seats 100+, barbecue, kitchen Yugoslav House - Replica of 1962 Worlds Fair structure Swimming Pool - Olympic sized Additional Amenities Main Lodge - Stone, 3BR, 2BA, kitchen, cath. ceilings, FP. Eisenhower House - Stone, 2BR, 2BA, cathedral ceilings, FP. Hoover House - Stone, 1BR, 1BA, no a/c. Catoctin Chalet - Wood, 4BR, 3BA, 2 FP, kitchen. Caretaker s House - Stone, 3 BR, 1BA, FP, kitchen. Residences (with heat & central a/c) Take our CD for a spin! An illustrated tour of this truly unique property.