12549 DAYE GIRLS Rd

This custom home on 3.05 acres in Shell Mill Landing offers a rare combination of solitude, craftsmanship, and modern upgrades. Beautifully renovated, the 4‑bedroom, 2.5‑bath residence features 3,226 sq. ft. of living space on a picturesque lot in one of Bishopville’s most desirable subdivisions. Built in 1994 by a respected local builder, the property includes a two‑story home and a 1,760 sq. ft. pole barn complete with a loft and two 12-foot electric doors with remote openers—ideal for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. The home showcases an eat-in chef’s kitchen equipped with Viking professional appliances, 6 burner gas cook top and double wall ovens, granite island, Bosch dishwasher, and a walk‑in pantry with wooden shelving. The kitchen also offers a separate wine bar area with cabinetry and a beverage refrigerator. The first‑floor primary en-suite is a luxurious retreat with travertine tile, a free-standing soaking tub, walk-in shower with a rain showerhead, custom double sink vanity with granite counters, and heated thermostat-controlled tiled flooring. The 20 ft. x 12 ft. large walk-in closet includes custom built-ins and wardrobes. The semi-open living room centers around a stone gas fireplace and flows into a separate dining room adjacent to the chef’s kitchen. Hardwood flooring extends throughout the home.
The second level provides 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom tub/shower combo, double vanity with marble counters and heated thermostat-controlled porcelain tiled floor. There is an open-flex area that overlooks the lower-level living room. Perfect for office space, exercise area and a second family room. The top floor is an open attic that runs the full length of the house with pull-down stairs. Additional upgrades include a 2-zone geothermal HVAC, gas tankless water heater, reverse osmosis water filtration system, exterior 2 x 6 walls, and a recently replaced roof with architectural shingles plus replaced energy efficient doors, windows and skylights. A southern exposure fills the home with natural light. Hunter Douglas plantation shutters are installed throughout, with Silhouettes in the primary bedroom, complemented by updated LED lighting throughout.
The exterior is equally impressive, featuring inviting outdoor spaces that include a large stone and concrete patio and a stone firepit with built‑in benches. Hardi Plank siding, Trex decking, and vinyl railings provide low‑maintenance living, complemented by an expansive double front porch and a charming side covered porch. A built-in stainless grill is directly connected to propane making outdoor entertainment effortless. The grounds include mature landscaping with ample open land for an in-ground pool and garden. An adjacent concrete patio is equipped with electric and water hookups for a hot tub. Beautiful evening ambience is created from recently replaced LED outdoor fixtures and landscape lighting. In home security and fire system provided by Alarm Engineering. 24-hour monitoring is optional. One of the Worcester County public boat ramps is located within the Shell Mill Landing subdivision with an easy quarter of a mile drive or walk to the ramp. A short boat ride along the scenic and serene St. Martin Neck River leads to the open waters of the Assawoman Bay and the Ocean City Skyline. This property offers privacy, luxury, and energy efficiency in a prime location just a short 10 miles to the Ocean City beaches. It is truly a must‑see country retreat offering space, style, and convenience with no HOA restrictions.