About 601 Buckingham Dr
Welcome to 601 Buckingham Drive, where timeless character meets modern updates in the heart of Kent Island! Situated on a beautifully landscaped oversized corner lot, this charming home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and the sought-after Chesapeake Bay lifestyle.
Step inside to discover stunning wood-beamed, vaulted ceilings that create an open, inviting feel throughout the living room and kitchen. A gorgeous original double-sided stone fireplace with a thick wood mantel serves as the centerpiece of the home, bringing warmth and character to both living spaces.
Recent improvements provide peace of mind, including a **brand-new roof on both the home and detached rear building (2026)**, a new HVAC system, updated wood flooring in the TV room, new flooring in the sunroom, and a full suite of kitchen appliances replaced within the last four years.
Outside, the mature landscaping and spacious corner lot provide exceptional curb appeal and plenty of room to relax, entertain, or garden.
Location is everything, and this home truly delivers. Just one block away, enjoy a waterfront community park featuring a sandy beach, covered picnic pavilion, kayak launch, fishing pier, and breathtaking Chesapeake Bay sunsets. You'll also find another waterfront park just a few blocks away, along with Terrapin Nature Park, Matapeake Beach Park, Matapeake Dog Park, and the Kent Island Marina—all just minutes from your front door.
Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a weekend retreat, or a home that embraces the best of Eastern Shore living, 601 Buckingham Drive offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy the perfect combination of updated amenities, unique character, and unbeatable access to the water.
There multiple parks in the neighborhood. Just at the end of the street a block away is the fishing pier and kayaks that are for Bay City residents. About five blocks away there's a larger waterfront park that has a children's playground and a lot of grass for picnics. Then there's the huge Terrapin Park with multiple long stretches of Bay, beaches, hiking trails, marshes and duck blinds etc. A huge nature preserve ready to call your own.
