Billingsley Historic Site
6900 Green Landing Road
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About Billingsley House
Built around 1740, this Tidewater plantation house from the colonial era is steeped in local history. Once owned by several leading families, Billingsley House is one of Prince George’s County’s earliest historic treasures. Only 20 minutes from the Chesapeake Bay, the brick house and land were named for Major John Billingsley – the original 1662 land grant owner.
Situated on 430 acres of parkland, the home provides a serene setting and a picture-perfect view of the Patuxent River. Wood floors lay an impressive foundation on each level throughout the residence. The house provides ample event space that is flexible to meet the needs of groups both large and small. A tented brick patio, two warming kitchens, two dressing rooms, a living room, a dining room, and a study will set the stage for a beautiful evening. Professional, courteous staff are on hand to help make the occasion a success.
Venue Capacity
- Indoor standing: 60
- Indoor sitting: 60
- Tented patio/lawn: 120
Billingsley House was substantially altered and modernized in both the 19th and 20th centuries. Billingsley features rooms furnished in period decor and is ideal for small intimate gatherings as well as business meetings. The house, grounds, and tented patio are available for rental.
Features
- Ample, free parking
- Tented, large brick patio for seasonal use
- Picturesque view of the Patuxent River
- Secluded, private, quiet setting
- Dressing rooms
- Two warming kitchens
- Wooden floors throughout the residence
- Wireless connection and audiovisual equipment
Ideal For
- Baby & Bridal Showers
- Corporate Meetings
- Holiday Parties
- Milestone Anniversaries
- Retirement Celebrations
- Retreats
- Weddings and Receptions
- Workshops
Getting Here
All visitors, guests, and vendors must enter the Billingsley property through the WSSC Treatment Facility which is located on Maude Savoy Brown Road (directions given below). A GPS or Mapquest should not be used to obtain directions, as you will be directed to use Green Landing Road, which is a private road.
Location & Directions
Located nine miles east of the Washington Beltway (I-95/495) near the intersection of Maryland Route 4 (Pennsylvania Avenue) and U.S. Route 301 South, in a section of Patuxent River Park southeast of Upper Marlboro.
From the Capital Beltway, take exit 11A (Pennsylvania Avenue, Route 4 South/East). Proceed eight miles and exit onto Route 301 South. Immediately after the next traffic light (Giant Food is on the left) turn left at the flashing yellow lights, crossing over Route 301 North to Maude Savoy Brown Road. At the stop sign, take a left and follow the road past the gate house onto WSSC property. (You must announce your destination at the gate call box.) Follow Billingsley signs to a very narrow road over the bridge park property. Drive slowly along the paved road to the only possible right turn — Green Landing Road. Follow the road to the house at the end and make a right into the parking lot.
From Waldorf and Points South, take Route 301 North. When Route 5 and Route 301 split, continue on Route 301 North for approximately eleven miles. There will be overhead flashing yellow lights followed by railroad tracks. Immediately after the tracks, turn right onto Maude Savoy Brown Road. At the stop sign, take a left and follow the road past the gate house onto WSSC property. (You must announce your destination at the gate call box). Follow Billingsley signs to a very narrow road over bridge park property. Drive slowly along the paved road to the only possible right turn – Green Landing Road. Follow the road to the house at the end and make a right into the parking lot.
