Pleasant Facts About Darnestown, Maryland

The city of Darnestown was originally called Mount Pleasant. The census-designated place of Darnestown in Montgomery County of Maryland was given such name in honor of the land grant inherited by William Darnes’ wife from her father. Eventually, the place was tagged as Darnes and evolved into what is known as the present Darnestown.

Darnestown is proud to capitalize on the great advantages that the area offers to interested people who relocate. Daily needs such as food and toiletries can be purchased at grocery stores such as Safeway and Harris Teeter. Occasions and other events held by residents are given additional flavor by the wines and spirits offered by 6-12 located on the corner of Seneca Rd and Route 28.

Education within the city of Darnestown is provided by numerous schools. Leading the superb ensemble of academic institutions for children are Darnestown Elementary School, Butler School, Seneca Academy, and Mary of Nazareth Catholic School. Aside from these schools, residents will also benefit from the areas closeness to centers of higher education such as Montgomery College and American University.

Sports, recreation, and family bonding is well-served by the entirety of Bretton Woods in nearby Germantown. It is seated in a 295-acre land with a golf course that provides a great view of the Potomac River. The whole family, especially those who are inclined in sports can grab the opportunity to use Bretton Woods’ facilities in basketball, volleyball, and swimming.

Satisfy your hunger by dining in restaurants and food chains of your choice. Try the great menus provided by Smokey Glen Farm to residents and owners of Darnestown homes. Indulge in their famous barbeque chicken, whole roast pig, lobster bake, and charcoal baked pies and breads. You  can enjoy everything in a relaxing picnic setting that can accommodate groups of 5000 or more without sharing space to other groups so privacy is kept.

The roads connecting the Darnestown home neighborhoods to adjacent communities in Maryland make the area more ideal to settle in. Residents are given the chance to experience living in an environment where fresh air circulates freely while still having access to important services provided by the industries of the community itself and the nearby towns.

Darnestown real estate roads lead to various buildings and establishments that would make living more comfortable. Residents will have ready access to schools, healthcare facilities, shopping centers, and holiday getaways.

On top of these, being a proud owner of a Darnestown real estate would make an individual a part of a multi-cultured history that will always be reminisced through its historic sites such as the Seneca Stone Mill, and the Seneca Aqueduct. The Seneca Stone Mill is the oldest cutting mill in the United States while the Seneca Aqueduct holds the Riley’s Lock. It is said to be in honor of Johnny Riley.

Relocating to Darnestown will make you part of a community that is very loving and supportive of its residents.

Latest Homes in Darnestown, Maryland

$192,000

16823 Budd Road , Poolesville

Home. Owner is a builder and willing to help you make that dream come true. Approx.point .78 ac. Lot. Level and gorgeous runs off a quite street. Make your dream come...

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19214 Munger Farm Road
 Poolesville MD 20837

$534,900

19214 Munger Farm Road , Poolesville

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL Colonial on quiet cul-de-sac in Seneca Chase. Featuring: 5 bedroom; 3.5 baths; eat-in kitchen w/ granite counters & HW floors; family room with fp; ...

  • Beds 5
  • Baths 4.0

20003 Hickman Way
 Poolesville MD 20837

$587,500

20003 Hickman Way , Poolesville

**LOOK at this AMAZING opportunity to live in sought after Eliz. Delight**This EXCEPTIONAL home backs to the Agricultural Preserve on a quiet cul-de-sac**Boasting a Gourm...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 5.0

20015 Haller Avenue
 Poolesville MD 20837

$689,000

20015 Haller Avenue , Poolesville

Open Sat 1-3! Gorgeous and Modern Kenneth Allen Estate Home in Premier Elizabeth's Delight subdiv in Poolesville. All Upgrades-Roof, Windows, HVAC! Gourmet Center Island ...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 4.0

4 Haller Court
 Poolesville MD 20837

$441,000 Increased $15,000
1328170647

4 Haller Court , Poolesville

Short sale.great brick front colonial on half acre in quiet cul-de-sac. Kitchen w/island, double wall oven, built-in microwave & bay windows. Open family room w/ gas fire...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 5.0

$192,900 Increased $10,000
1329380022

16821 Budd Road , Poolesville

Owner is ready to sell a another beautiful building lot with public water and sewer hook-up. Point .76 ac. level land on a quite steet, with sidewalks close enough to wa...

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18201 Mckernon Way
 Poolesville MD 20837

$795,000

18201 Mckernon Way , Poolesville

***NEW PRICE $795K***Builder's CUSTOM BRICK Estate Home*Almost 1 PRIVATE wooded cul-de-sac acre backing to Dry Seneca Creek & a 25 ac Farm***Chef's GOURMET Kitchen*4 FULL...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 6.0

14401 Partnership Road
 Poolesville MD 20837

$849,000

14401 Partnership Road , Poolesville

Exceptional Clapboard Farm House dating back to 1820 in Kitchen area with Seneca Sandstone hearth. Most of Home built in 1870's and a large Living room addition from 1960...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 3.0

$192,900 Increased $10,000
1329380022

16825 Budd Road , Poolesville

This would be a perfect spot to build your dream home. Owner is a builder and willing to help you make that dream come true. Approx.3/4 ac.lot with well and septic hook...

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19628 Selby Avenue
 Poolesville MD 20837

$524,900 Decreased $25,000
1328084197

19628 Selby Avenue , Poolesville

Rockwell model, has tenant who is meticulous, appt. only, house shows wonderfully (newer carpet in excellent condition), huge open fl. plan, kit,family rm, firepl.,bay in...

  • Beds 5
  • Baths 4.0

20008 Westerly Avenue
 Poolesville MD 20837

$379,900 Decreased $10,000
1329811979

20008 Westerly Avenue , Poolesville

Fabulous split level lots of upgrades two-car garage! Updates include appli., a/c, gas heat, new baths, (gorgeous) mast br & powder rm, roof, windows, sliding glass ...

  • Beds 3
  • Baths 3.0

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