Overview
Historic Brandywine Estate: Business Potential
This historic Brandywine estate, known as P.A. Bowen Farmstead, dates back to 1665 and spans approximately 97 acres. Located in Prince George’s County, it is one hour from Washington, D.C., Alexandria, Arlington, and Annapolis. The property includes a historic Italianate colonial manor house encompassing approximately 5,500 square feet, a detached 3-car garage, a second residence, a cottage, a trailer, a swimming pool, a pond, a greenhouse, a treehouse, 3 large barns, and 7 outbuildings including 4 run-in sheds, a hay storage shed, and a loafing shed. The manor house features multiple fireplaces and classic architectural details. The property has a well-established farmstead with multiple agricultural buildings and infrastructure. Barns and open pastures provide a foundation for agricultural use, agritourism, equestrian pursuits, or event-based ventures. The diverse multi-species farm includes a mixed Jersey/Brown Swiss dairy herd, heritage breed pigs, pastured poultry, and a raw milk cheesemaking facility. The property presents opportunities for a wedding or event venue, agritourism destination, private retreat, equestrian operation, or working farm. The P. A. Bowen farm is located on a tract known as “Purchase,” first patented in 1665. The original house now serves as the kitchen of the present house, which was built in the 1870s.
