This custom designed estate home provides a rare opportunity for privacy in a park-like setting. It is situated on 3.75 wooded acres in the Brighton Pines subdivision, at the end of the cul-de-sac, which backs to the Triadelphia Watershed. The location offers access to the best rated schools in Howard County, and ready access to both the Washington and Baltimore metro areas, as well as to the cities of Columbia, Annapolis and Frederick. Built with exceptional detail and perfection, this architectural masterpiece is truly a rare find and a solid appreciable investment. The stunning estate offers extensive moldings and built-ins, 5 bedrooms, and 5 fire places. 9 of the spaces each have a cathedral and/or vaulted ceiling. The sophisticated foyer ushers you inside a stately interior featuring hardwood flooring throughout 3 levels of the home, a formal dining room adorned with a tray ceiling and dentil crown molding, followed by a formal living room enhanced by stacked crown moldings, a wood burning fireplace, a music conservatory and a private study. Adjacent, is the phenomenal two-story sunroom with two levels of windows on three walls. At the end of the foyer, is the two-story great room with a 22' cathedral ceiling and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Opening to the great room is the gourmet kitchen with high end appliances, cherry cabinets, granite counters, center island and eating area with a backyard vista. The second floor hosts the master-suite, with a sitting room loft overlooking the sun room, a wood fireplace, a walk-in closet lined with Elfa shelving, and the master bathroom with open shower and jetted tub. Additional bedrooms on both the second and third floors, each bring their own personality with varying roof pitch architecture together with loft and play areas and gorgeous views. All with convenient access to the second floor laundry room. As an additional bonus, there is a multi-function room with a built-in desk system with granite tops, cherry cabinets, and a gas fireplace that is ideal for an additional home office or a secluded room for child study and supervision. The finished basement hosts a full kitchen, bar, games area, media area, 3 sided gas fireplace, large exercise room, steam shower, and a walk-out to the rear multi-level patios. The estate offers plenty of flexibility. Two rooms easily can be converted into two additional bedrooms. Alternatively, the basement with a full kitchen and separate entry, easily can be converted into an Au Pair or In-law suite. Minutes away from fine dining, shopping, recreation, and entertainment. Riveting seasonal views throughout the year with plenty of wildlife! A true gem with unmatched beauty!