This extraordinary property is stunning from every angle and backs to Piney Run Park with seasonal views of the Lake! A long driveway winds gracefully through the trees and leads you to your private oasis. This gorgeous brick front colonial with 3 finished levels & over 5,900 square feet of finished living space is situated on 3.1 acres offering a peaceful & private setting. Inside you are greeted to an impressive floor plan that flows seamlessly from one living area to another and where pride of ownership shines throughout. Elegant spaces flourish offering both generous living and entertaining areas while maintaining the warmth and character of an inviting and welcoming home. A dramatic 2 story open foyer sets the tone for what the rest of the house has to offer! Wonderful features include a well-appointed formal living room defined by columns & crown molding which opens to a sunroom with cathedral ceilings and lots of windows allowing natural sunlight to shine through. The main level library with a wonderful bay window is convenient for those who work from home. The warm & inviting family room with gas fireplace is the perfect space for hosting more casual gatherings. The spacious dining room accented with intricate moldings is for more formal dining and offers a charming butler's pantry on the way to the kitchen where you'll find the expansive island/breakfast bar, double ovens, lots of cabinet space plus adjoining breakfast room & sweet morning room with access to outside. The main level laundry offers closet space, built-in cabinetry, laundry tub & exit to the side of the house. Upstairs you are treated to a luxurious primary suite with sitting room, 3-sided gas fireplace, double walk-in closets and a 13 x 13 primary bath with soaking tub with jets, large shower, double sinks plus separate make up vanity. The 2nd bedroom boasts a private full bath plus walk-in closet and the other 2 bedrooms are joined by a Jack and Jill bath. The basement has is huge and is finished with multiple entertaining areas – there is the game room, a built-in wet bar with double fridges, a theater area with projection TV and built-ins plus an additional seating area, exercise room, full bath, several storage areas and sliders to backyard. The outside is beyond incredible with upgraded salt water heated pool with spa and expansive patios, stone fireplace with pergola, gorgeous landscaping, beautiful hardscape, pondless stream & waterfall, 2 charming sheds, raised vegetable gardens and views galore! Perfectly located between Baltimore and Washington, this home offers you the feeling of getting away from it all yet is close to commuter routes, schools and great amenities including historic downtown Sykesville with charming shops, fun festivals, weekly farmer's market and restaurants and the property backs to Piney Run Park that offers miles of trails, boating, kayaking, fishing, tennis, playgrounds and more! This property is everything you could wish for and more – you must tour it to experience all is has to offer!