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About this home
Discover the Merry Go Round Farm community—a secluded 204-acre haven adjacent to the scenic C & O Canal National Park. Welcome to 12017 Evening Ride Drive! Thoughtfully designed, this one-of-a-kind residence offers a luxurious main-level owner’s suite featuring a spa-inspired bath and expansive custom walk-in closets. Enter through a dramatic foyer with soaring ceilings that lead to elegant formal living and dining spaces. The gourmet kitchen opens to a charming breakfast nook and a stunning two-story family room, where twin sets of French doors unveil a spacious deck and sweeping views of the verdant landscape—perfect for entertaining or quiet enjoyment. This flexible floor plan accommodates both grand entertaining and daily comfort with features like a three-car garage, generous mudroom, dual laundry rooms, a dedicated exercise room, optional wine cellar, and space for two home offices. Each of the six bedrooms includes its own en-suite bath, ensuring privacy and comfort for all. Merry Go Round Farm is a community where nature and architecture harmonize. This home has been strategically placed to capture ideal sunlight and tranquil views of the surrounding woods and a gentle stream. Located on Evening Ride—a peaceful cul-de-sac with only five homes—this setting offers unparalleled privacy. The community itself is rich with amenities, including an equestrian center with pristine stables, forested trails for walking, running, or horseback riding, illuminated tennis courts, and serene lakes and open fields for a range of outdoor activities. Whether your passion is riding, hiking, tennis, or kayaking, life at Merry Go Round Farm offers a unique blend of luxury living and natural beauty. Seller financing is available for this unique property.
The intent of the RE-2C zone is to provide designated areas of the County for large-lot residential uses. The predominant use is residential in a detached house.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure-Other
Public service
Kennel
Transportation-Other
Park & open space
Sep 9, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Sep 9, 2025 • Final
Building residential
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
11% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Potomac, MD • 20854
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Sun exposure
31/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 12017 Evening Ride Dr
$2,690,863
$4,137 under list price of $2.70M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.8M to $2.8M.