Stone Farmhouse close to Ski Liberty & Gettysburg

Enjoy the natural beauty surrounding this meticulously restored historic stone farm house. Close to many South Mountain hiking trails and Civil War historic sites, like Gettysburg (only 20 minutes by car). This property is just minutes from Ski Liberty Resort & 40 minutes from Whitetail Ski Resort. The space Historic Stone House c.1800 Enjoy the natural beauty surrounding this restored historic stone farm house. Close to incredible South Mountain hiking trails including Catoctin National Park and the Appalachian trail. Also situated in the middle Civil War history, Gettysburg (20 minutes by car). 15 minutes to Ski Liberty Resort & 40 minutes to Whitetail Ski Resort. This is an 1800 stone house with two steep and winding staircases. If you have mobility issues this is not a suitable home for you. The basement, with hand hewn chestnut log ceiling, holds the laundry, game room, and day bed . The second floor is the kitchen, living room, quarter bath and access to a mahogany deck with spectacular views. The third floor holds two bedrooms, office space and a full bath with shower and clawfoot tub. There is a spring house and two spring fed ponds. Also known as the “Benchoof Homestead”, History tells us that General Robert E. Lee stopped at this farm on his retreat from Gettysburg in 1863. His confederate amy traveled Furnace road, adjacent to this property. Monterey Pass, the site of a major Union/Confederate skirmish is in this area. Part of the Underground Railroad is also located at Monterey Pass. Nearby Historic Waynesboro offers ammenities and excellent Sushi and Korean BBQ, a revival cinema, antiquing and art galleries. Emmitsburg is ten minutes away and home to Mother Setons Shrine and The National Fire Academy. The general area is also replete with wineries, craft beer, antiquing etc. Perfect historical setting to compliment your day trips to Gettysburg! Guest access Full access to main farm house and property directly surrounding. I live in the blue barn house about 1/2 acre away and teach Pilates in a home studio. Let me know if you’d like to book a session. Other things to note One medium sized dog permitted. Gatherings-small events of no more then 15, permissible for additional fees and prior approval. The king bed can also be converted to 2 twins. Feel free to drive around to the back of the house for easy load in and out if you have AWD/FWD The lock box with key is on the door on the front porch, lower level. punch pad access is on the back of the house, second floor.