The Land Group
The Land Group began with founder Benjamin Alder’s desire for deep-rooted understanding of land, conservation, and connections between natural and economic systems. Unlike traditional real estate firms, TLG was built with a focus on land as both a resource and an investment, united by a shared passion for preserving and maximizing the potential of the land. It started with a vision. It started with the land.
At The Land Group, our mission goes beyond selling land—we’re dedicated to solving real challenges for landowners, agribusinesses, and natural resource stewards in the Chesapeake region. With deep expertise in land use, conservation, and economic forces, we provide strategic solutions for poultry farmers, timberland owners, organic producers, and more. Our intentions and innovations are what help clients navigate the complex realm of land management while preserving the region’s agricultural and natural resources. Along the way, “We Sell Dirt.”
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Our vision and intention have a common thread—a common relationship between land and agribusiness in the Chesapeake region. Farmers, watermen, and land managers understand that long-term success depends on balancing resource use with conservation. The nature of the job is to adapt, innovate, and work within their communities to ensure sustainability. At The Land Group, we want to cultivate this relationship and provide the expertise to help you navigate it for lasting success.
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Old Beauchamp Farm has quietly stood at the heart of Somerset County since 1711, and it`s ready for its next chapter.
🌾 71.4± acres | 37 ac active farmland
🦌 Established deer habitat, mature hardwoods, two ponds
🏡 Historic 1711 residence + furnished guest house (proven short-term rental)
🎣 Hunting, hiking, riding trails, recreation-ready
This isn`t just a historic home with land around it; it`s a working, living Eastern Shore property where farming, wildlife, and history have coexisted for three centuries.
Properties like this aren`t built. They`re inherited, cared for, and passed on.
#EasternShoreRealEstate #MarylandFarms #HistoricProperty #LandForSale #TheLandGroup
Permanence isn`t the goal, resilience is.
In his latest piece, Ben reflects on time, resilience, and what it really means to conserve a landscape like the Chesapeake — arguing that adaptation, not permanence, is the truer measure of stewardship.
🔗 Read "Conserving Resilience" at the link in our bio.
#landconservation #landstewardship
Just Sold + New Listings ✅
A look at what’s recently closed across the Eastern Shore:
🌾Abundant Grace Farm: 45± acres of formerly certified organic farmland south of Denton.
🐄Chapel Rd Dairy: 44± acres near Easton with a full dairy infrastructure and 5 bedroom farmhouse.
🌲Westover Tract: 292± acres of ag-classified, cut-over timberland in Westover.
Full details on the new listings coming soon - stay tuned!
#thelandgroup #landforsale #mdlandforsale
🌾 Eastern Shore Escape | $889,000
68.48 acres of custom living and premier hunting habitat.
With a focus on conservation, the land is turnkey for deer and turkey: established lanes, stands, and box blinds throughout, plus waterfowl potential and a wood duck pond.
This is a rare chance to own well-managed land where wildlife thrives. 🦌
New look, same vision.
Land. Legacy. Stewardship.
www.thelandgroup.com
#thelandgroup #landforsale #chesapeakelandcompany #landstewards
📍 ±6 Acres | Heavy Commercial | Bridgeville, DE
Two parcels zoned C-3 Heavy Commercial, fronting Route 13. Natural gas line on site.
Build big: retail, auto/RV/boat sales, service stations, restaurants, offices, and more.
🔗 DM or comment for details.
262.85± acres of farmland, timberland, and hunting habitat on Maryland`s Eastern Shore. 🌾🦌🌲
From 137± acres of productive farmland to 125± acres of timberland and wildlife habitat, this property offers the perfect blend of agriculture, recreation, and investment potential. Located near the Pocomoke River corridor, it`s a prime setting for farming, hunting, timber management, or creating your own Eastern Shore retreat.
Contact Will for details: will@thelandgroup.us | 410-693-9933
#HuntingProperty #WorcesterCountyMD #RuralRealEstate
4,700± acres. 16 tracts. One of the largest private timberland holdings in Maryland. 🌲 Here`s just a sampling of the Heartwood Timber Offering — coming to auction in August.
🔗 Link in bio.
#DelmarvaTimber #LandAuction #Timberland #Maryland
