Open and inviting, this meticulously maintained Triadelphia Ridge area home features a flexible floorplan with up to 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms including a potential inlaw suite, all situated on a serene, park-like lot tucked away in western Ellicott City. From the stone path, travel up the terraced front porch and you’ll discover the home’s hidden gem - a front balcony surrounded by lush landscaping - the perfect spot to take in the spectacular sunsets that Western Howard County is known for. Step inside the wide, welcoming foyer, and the first thing you’ll notice are the lofty vaulted ceilings and gleaming hardwoods that give this home its open and airy feel. On the home’s main level, the living room features high ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. With crisp, white cabinetry, new granite counters, stainless appliances, gas cooktop, a walk-in pantry, a wrap-around breakfast bar around which guests are sure to gather, and miles of cabinet and counter space, the well-equipped kitchen is the heart of the home. Just off the kitchen is the sunroom, bright and cheerful with a skylight and three walls of picture windows all overlooking the treeline views of the rear yard, with doors that lead to the recently installed rear deck with plenty of space for outdoor grilling and entertaining. The expansive primary suite offers dual closets and a newly refreshed primary bath, with new oversized glass shower, new ceramic surround soaking tub, and dual sinks with vanity seat. The upper level is completed with two additional spacious bedrooms and a second full bathroom. Step down to the finished lower level to find the L-shaped family room and recreation room with the home’s second fireplace. A rare find, this home features a lower level primary suite with large windows, attached full bathroom, and walkout exit to the lower level deck, creating the ideal setup for an inlaw suite, guest room, au pair quarters, or professional office. A possible 5th bedroom with large windows and ancillary closet complete the finished spaces of the lower level. The lower level also features a large walk-in closet, utility room with laundry, and a separate workshop/storage room with built-in shelving. Hidden away on a quiet cul de sac, the lot features extensive hardscaping, gorgeous easy-care landscaping, plenty of wide, open lawn for play in both the front and the rear yards, and a rear patio, all backing to trees for the ultimate in peace and privacy. Updates include new carpet (2022), new luxury vinyl plank sunroom flooring (2022), new HVAC (2020), new rear deck (2020), and updated primary bath (2021). Offering the best of both worlds with Western Howard County appeal, and a convenient Ellicott City location, this home is simply stunning and move-in ready!