Set on a picturesque 1.126 acres, this custom-built home in the MANOR OAKS/BRIAR KNOLL Community is masterclass in craftmanship, architectural detail and refined luxury. The large Southern-style front porch greets you as you step into the grand two-story foyer with sweeping staircase and impeccable millwork. Flanked on both sides of the foyer are a formal dining room and formal living room, featuring Southern-style shutters, nine-foot ceilings, and hardwood flooring. At the heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen designed for both entertaining and functionality, featuring a large central island with a cooktop and indoor grill, vegetable prep sink, and warming drawer. Custom cabinetry with practical storage and glass-front display cabinets surrounds throughout, as well as Italian tile flooring. The kitchen features a breakfast room with a gas fireplace, a bar with a wine refrigerator and wine rack, a walk-in pantry, and a dedicated desk area with an abundance of cabinet space. The great room is a showpiece highlighted by soaring two-story ceilings, a Juliet balcony overlook, dramatic coffered ceiling, and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. The wood-burning fireplace with custom raised-hearth and mantle creates both warmth and visual impact. The main level also features a large office with hardwood flooring, a laundry room with utility sink, and the primary suite with cathedral ceilings and a gas fireplace with custom mantle. The spa-like master bath is exquisitely appointed with upgraded tile, heated floors, a jetted two-person bathtub, and a fully customized steam shower complete with dual shower heads, integrated bench seating, and full-body water jets, delivering a true at-home spa experience. Dual walk-in closets and thoughtfully designed display shelving complete the suite, while French doors open to a private balcony for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The upper level can be accessed by either the front or back staircase, and includes four generously sized bedrooms, large walk-in closets and three well-appointed full baths, as well as a large versatile bonus room above the garage. Outdoor living is equally exceptional with three covered porches, a bluestone patio off the great room, and beautifully landscaped grounds featuring mature trees and exceptional privacy. The large rear yard is fully fenced and a storm door off the kitchen to the back yard has a built-in dog door. The yard was also designed to include plenty of space for a future inground pool. Additional highlights include a three-car garage with additional storage, a lower level with double walk-out doors and windows and plenty of expansion potential, a first floor powder room, Anderson windows and doors, dual-zone heating and cooling, propane cooktop and indoor grill, a Rheem Marathon electric water heater ensuring uninterrupted hot water, fully owned 1,000-gallon underground propane tank, and a whole-house water filtration and pH balancing system. Lovingly maintained by the origonal owners, this is a rare offering where thoughtful design, premium materials, and timeless elegance converge – delivering a truly exceptional living experience in one of Baltimore County’s most sought-after locations.