Transitional, Colonial

Welcome to this stately brick-front Colonial in the sought-after MontJoy community, where timeless elegance meets modern innovation across three meticulously finished levels. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot with Japanese maple trees, custom flowers, and a freshly painted driveway, this exceptional residence is a perfect blend of classic design and cutting-edge amenities. Step into the dramatic two-story foyer featuring double crown molding, rich hardwood floors, and a striking Palladian window that fills the space with natural light. The formal living and dining rooms are adorned with architectural details including floor-to-ceiling windows, box wainscoting, chair railing, and intricate crown molding, creating an ideal setting for elegant entertaining. A private main-level office with French doors, new carpeting, and a peaceful ambiance provides the perfect space for remote work or quiet reflection. The butler’s pantry connects the dining room to a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring Corian countertops, 42” cabinetry, a center island with breakfast bar, double ovens, and a casual dining area ideal for daily living. Just off the kitchen, the inviting family room boasts plush carpeting and a brick-surround wood-burning fireplace with an air-tight chimney cap, enhancing energy efficiency and comfort. Flooded with natural light, the adjacent morning room offers a tray ceiling, recessed lighting, ceramic tile flooring, and custom blinds, an ideal space to begin or end your day. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite offers cathedral ceilings, dual walk-in closets, a private sitting room, and a spa-inspired en-suite bath complete with separate vanities, a walk-in shower, and a jetted soaking tub. Three additional spacious bedrooms, a dual-entry hall bath, and a convenient upper-level laundry room provide ample comfort and privacy. The home’s neutral color palette is complemented by new carpeting in both the main-level office and the primary suite. A brand-new, energy-efficient HVAC unit serves the upper level, part of a zoned system offering three separate climate controls for optimal comfort. The expansive lower level is designed for entertaining and everyday enjoyment, featuring a fitness room with equipment to convey, including a Peloton bike, bench press, dumbbells, and more, a generous recreation area with a game or media zone, a built-in wet bar, a guest or lounge area, a full bath, and a specially designed under-stair closet for added storage. Modern upgrades throughout the home include two wall-mounted EV chargers in the garage, a 10-zone underground sprinkler system with garage-based control, Cat 5e Ethernet wiring throughout with central control in the utility room, and a full intercom system. The home is equipped with an advanced Guardian alarm system featuring motion detectors and glass break sensors on every level, as well as Kidde smart smoke, carbon monoxide, and air quality detectors, 10 units in total, all controllable via app. Google Nest WiFi supports seamless connectivity throughout the home, while Cree smart lighting enhances energy efficiency. The attic has been fully re-insulated, and the property participates in a community solar program to help reduce monthly energy costs. Additional thoughtful features include three full-sized refrigerators and an extra half-height freezer, a wall-mounted industrial kitchen hand sanitizer with refill supply, a very secure safe housed in the basement utility room, a pegboard wall, three ceiling-mounted bicycle racks in the garage, and four wall-mounted TVs with speaker bars, all of which come with the home. The exterior and interior of the property are fully secured with a comprehensive Ring camera system and a HikVision-based NVR setup covering both indoor and outdoor vantage points. Perfectly located near major commuter routes including MD-100, MD-108, I-70, and I-95, this extraordinary home provides effortless access to Columbia Mall, Merriweather