Historic Daniel Sullivan House c.1850

Discover a rare blend of history, character, and space at The Historic Daniel Sullivan House (c.1850), located in the charming historic district of Uniontown, Maryland. Offering 2–3 bedrooms, this distinctive home is set on an impressive 1.5-acre fenced double lot, a true rarity in a historic village setting.

The property features an oversize garage with abundant storage, along with a unique two-room, two-story studio outbuilding that once served as the town barbershop—perfect for a home office, artist’s studio, guest space, or creative retreat.

Steeped in Civil War–era history, the Daniel Sullivan House reflects the enduring craftsmanship and stories of 19th-century Maryland, offering a tangible connection to the past while providing flexibility for modern living. With expansive grounds, historic outbuildings, and timeless charm, this remarkable property presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a meaningful piece of Uniontown’s heritage.

ROOMS

Entry Hall – Wood floor, stairs to basement, 1 window.
Powder Room – Vinyl floor, pedestal sink.
Living Room – Wood floor, ceiling fan, fireplace with wood mantel, 4 windows.
Dining Room – Wood floor, hanging lamp, FUJITSU mini split, 2 windows.
Kitchen –Ceramic tile floor, electric appliances, 1 window.
Laundry/Pantry – Vinyl floor,  door to yard, 3 windows.

2nd Floor
Hall – Wood floor.
Bedroom 1 – Wood floor, fireplace (sealed) with wood mantel, closet, door to walk-up attic, wood paneling, 3 windows.
Hall Bathroom – Ceramic tile floor, bathtub, wainscot, 1 window.
Bedroom 2 – Wood floor, door to Bonus Room, wood paneling, 2 windows.
Study – Wood floor, closet, Fujitsu mini split, 2 windows.
Bonus Room – Carpet floor, wood paneling, 5 windows.

SELECT IMPROVEMENTS

2024

• Reverse Osmosis system Water filtration system
• Fence installed
• Fireplace deep clean
• Fireplace liner installation for furnace and furnace exhaust pipes replaced
• Tree removal(s)
• front porch re-shingled

2025

• Tree removal
• New hot water heater, expansion tank tee replaced, water softener replaced
• Wireless smoke detectors
• Updated breakers in electrical panel except for garage circuit
• New dryer line and exterior metal vent system

THE DANIEL SULLIVAN HOUSE HISTORY

The heirs of Earhart Cover sold 3348 Uniontown Road to Daniel Sullivan for $900 in 1816. The price indicates that there were substantial improvements on the site at that time. Daniel Sullivan was a blacksmith’who operated a shop on the property. The property was later owned by Frederick Devilbiss (1843), Jacob Smith (1852), Hashabiah Haines (1866), and William McCollum (1866). Dr. Weaver states that blacksmiths who ran the shop after Sullivan were Frederick Devilbiss, Robert Duncan, William Zepp, William McCollum, and Francis Bowersox.

The house appears in the 1837 tax assessment as a log structure, and the proportions and design of the house today reflect the design of the early structure. The ornamental window frames and porch details are of a style found in several other Uniontown houses and date from the mid-nineteenth century. The porch is an especially good example of the Victorian-period’s use of curves as ornamental motifs. Here the eaves and brackets have elaborate curvilinear designs that are matched by the cut-out patterns below the railing. This house, like many in Uniontown, had a log cucumber pump in front of it until the early twentieth century.

UNIONTOWN HISTORY

Uniontown is the gem of Carroll County’s small towns and villages. It contains a variety of elements that make it representative of most early settlements in this region, including its plan which is linear along an important turnpike. Today, the town retains much of its early characteristics including its tree lined streets and historic buildings. The town exhibits a diversity of nineteenth and early twentieth century structures that, in effect, present a lively museum of rural architectural styles and details.

All of these features combine to create the quaint atmosphere and charm found in the community. The unique quality of Uniontown is its physical character that portrays a townscape virtually unchanged from the turn-of-the-20th century. The few buildings that date from the mid-twentieth century are relatively inconspicuous. Moreover, the view from the town towards the adjoining countryside is preserved. A distinct boundary between village and countryside exists without the imposition of suburban subdivisions or strip development.
more history.

HHT Blog Post – Uniontown National Register Properties

LINKS

Baltimore Sun – Uniontown Offers a Look at Its Architectural History
Uniontown Historic District – National Register of Historic Places
Design Guidelines – Carroll County Historic District Commission
Uniontown Information Guide – Carroll County Historic Preservation Commission
Countryside Conservation – By Joe Getty – Carroll County Times (1990)
HHT Blog Post – Uniontown National Register Properties
Roads to Gettysburg – Carroll County Maryland
Carroll County – Carroll County Tourism

Information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.