Magnolia Plantation, human settlement in Maryland, United States of America
Magnolia Plantation is a plantation house in Maryland on level land near the Potomac River. The two-story brick structure with five sections across its front rests on a stone foundation with Flemish bond brickwork, features large six-pane windows, and contains a central hall with fireplaces in most rooms.
Henry Boteler was one of the first settlers in the area coming from Prince George's County, while his descendants built the house in the early 1800s. The property remained in family hands until it was sold in 1853 following Thomas Boteler's death in 1834.
The house takes its name from the magnolia trees planted at the entrance. Handwritten signatures on the walls show that residents recorded memories here, including a note for a New Year's celebration in 1891, giving the place a personal and lived-in quality.
The property sits at the end of a quiet road and is surrounded by open fields and rolling hills, making it easy to locate and approach. A small stone bridge crosses Israel Creek nearby, helping visitors orient themselves in the landscape.
An interior cantilever staircase appears to float while attached only to the wall, showcasing a remarkable construction technique from the early building period. This floating staircase has survived and remains a testament to the craftsmanship of early builders.
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