Architecturally significant stone and cedar deck home in Ellicott City! From the moment you enter through the impressive stone pillar entryway and up the curved driveway, this home makes a statement. Exterior lighting, security cameras, and custom stonework offer both elegance and peace of mind. Inside, you're welcomed by limestone tile flooring in the foyer and kitchen, leading into an expansive open floor plan. Soaring ceilings, a dramatic two-sided fireplace, and walls of windows frame breathtaking views of the forest, making every room feel like a nature escape. Rosewood hardwood flooring adds warmth and richness to the living room, dining room, office, upper hall, and bedrooms, while a mahogany staircase adds a dramatic architectural touch. The heart of the home is a chef's kitchen designed for both form and function. It features granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a room-length island with a breakfast bar—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with an IPE rear deck and mahogany railing, perfect for relaxing or hosting in your private, wooded paradise. Flagstone patios, stone pathways, and professionally landscaped retaining walls further enhance the natural beauty of the outdoor space. The home features five bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a spacious walk-in closet and a spa-like en-suite bathroom, complete with a soaking tub and separate shower. Three additional, second-floor bedrooms are served by two well-appointed full bathrooms. Further highlights include a main-level bedroom/office, an upper-level laundry room, a walk-out lower level, a private driveway, and a detached storage building. Tech-savvy buyers will appreciate the integrated wired media system and in-wall speakers throughout the home, adding to its modern comforts. Located just minutes from BWI Airport and perfectly positioned for commuters to Baltimore and Washington, D. C., this home is also a short distance from historic Ellicott City and just a walk away from the Patapsco River bridge and scenic hiking trails. This is more than a home—it's a place to live your next story, surrounded by natural beauty, thoughtful design, and unmatched tranquility. * Note: Home furnishings are negotiable.