Ted Koppel’s Historic Home!

Ted Koppel’s Historic Home!

Ted Koppel's Historic Home!

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A valuable part of history, Cross Manor was originally a King’s Land Grant of 2,000 acres granted to Thomas Cornwallis in 1639. The land grant was bestowed upon Cornwallis by King Charles I as a reward for bringing the first two ships of Catholics to the New World. As with almost all of the original land grants, the land was divided and sold over the years. Cross Manor now rests on 110 acres along the shore of Saint Inigoes Creek. Many say the Cross Manor main house may be the oldest in Maryland. Current owner Ted Koppel writes about Cross Manor in his book "Off Camera" and says the main house "dates back to at least 1765, but believes the original building "was pillaged and set on fire by a pirate named Ingles." At one time a Civil War military facility stood on the property as well as commercial wharfs along the waterfront.

The manor house consists of 3,032 square feet with four bedrooms and three baths with public rooms opening from a side hallway. Floors are the original wood as is the wall paneling. The home has been completely restored under the historic trusts guidelines. There are also two one-bedroom guest houses and other agricultural buildings on the property of historical value. The grounds have today’s recreational features of swimming pool, lighted tennis courts and pier. For more information.

Ted Koppel’s Cross Manor historical Maryland estate, now offered for sale at $3.945 million.

Source: www.ttrsir.com