Pride of ownership shows in this beautiful well maintained 2 story stone front colonial situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in the popular 30 home community of The Bluffs at Big Elk Creek. This home backs to wooded lot and is steps away from the tranquil flow of the Big Elk Creek. Dramatic 2 story foyer with Palladium window, open turned staircase flanked by formal dining room featuring bay area, crown molding, wainscoting, formal living room with bay area, crown molding. The unique open floor plan design at rear of the house includes a family room w/ dramatic two story ceiling w/ recessed lighting and a floor to ceiling stone wood burning fireplace. Twin doors open to 1st floor office. Stunning kitchen with gorgeous white cabinetry granite counter tops, tile back-splash center island w/gas cook-top breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, Bosch dishwasher, dual built in ovens, deep two bowl stainless steel sink, pantry, lounge seating area and morning room with vaulted ceiling, skylights, ceiling fans and glass door opening to rear patio. First floor laundry. 9' ceilings and hardwood floors are throughout most of the first floor. The 2nd floor features an owner's retreat, spacious bedroom with tray ceiling, large sitting area with palladium window, 3 walk in closets, and 5 piece luxury tile bath with separate shower and a water closet. 3 additional ample bedrooms and a hall bath round out this level. The daylight walkout lower level is finished with a recreation room, billiard room, in home gym & full bath. French door from this level leads to rear paver patio and beautiful Anthony Sylvan pool & hot tub. Professional landscaping with fine specimen plantings. Fenced rear yard. Home served by dual zone HVAC. 3 car side entry finished garage, expanded driveway, and a 12 x 20 work shed. Minutes to both Fair Hill Preserve and White Clay Preserve with acres of nature trails, bike trails, fishing and horseback riding. This place rocks!