Community Overview 

Approximately 22 miles from DC, Darnestown is nestled north of Potomac and West of Gaithersburg and Germantown. It is most known for its rolling hills and peaceful rural setting with beautiful homes on larger lots.

Quiet and spacious, Darnestown is ideal for those seeking to live in the countryside, while having access to modern amenities. It’s conveniently located close to quality shopping and restaurants at Quince Orchard Marketplace, The Shops at Potomac Valley, and in the nearby Kentlands community in Gaithersburg,

Darnestown is also home to two wineries, Rockland Farm and Windridge, and has many options for those looking to spend time outdoors. Resident can enjoy their weekends playing tennis at the Darnestown Park courts, fishing at the Seneca Creek or exploring art installations at the modern-meets-pastoral Glenstone. 

In terms of real estate, Darnestown offers large single family homes at slightly lower price points to neighboring communities, making it a great alternative to North Potomac and Gaithersburg. 

Darnestown is home to four schools, two of them being private. Because there are no high schools in Darnestown, households may be assigned to schools outside the district. For information on schools https://www.greatschools.org/maryland/darnestown/

Things to do

Seneca Creek State Park

Rockland Farm & Winery

Blockhouse Point Conservation

Park & Trails

The Shops at Potomac Valley

Quince Orchard Marketplace

Darnestown Center

Glenstone