Welcome to this contemporary gem. Nestled in a sylvan oasis, unique elements of this home include a glass brick spiral staircase, green house, cathedral ceiling, skylights, custom front and back decks, a custom slate hearth, multiple sliding doors to three sides of the home and a basement loading dock. The flexible and spacious open floor plan boasts a living room, dining area, chef's kitchen which features granite counters, built-in grill, stainless steel appliances, double wall ovens, and ample custom-designed cabinetry. The kitchen opens to a comfortable breakfast area, which seamlessly flows into the family room with built ins and a wet bar. A laundry room and powder room complete the picture on the main level. The upper level has brand new carpet and boasts three bedrooms and two full baths including the master bedroom with en-suite bath and enormous walk in closet. The building includes a versatile adjacent wing with 2 bedrooms, a full bath, kitchen, and laundry; it can be a separate business space, in-law suite, or potentially provide rental income. Formerly owned by a landscape architect, this corner property sits on two cul-de-sacs and features towering poplar trees that grow straight through the deck, raised garden beds, and a custom pond. An invisible pet fence encircles the lot. Just a mile from the Columbia Town Center, Easily accessible are Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia Mall, Whole Foods Market, a growing downtown business district, and annual events such as the Columbia Festival of the Arts, Wine in the Woods, and the Columbia BikeAbout. Nearby lakes Kittamaqundi, Elkhorn, Centennial, and Wilde Lake offer boating, fishing, and playgrounds. Optional membership in the Columbia Association provides access to three full-service fitness centers offering classes, and 23 neighborhood pools open all summer. The surrounding neighborhood features venues for berry picking, horsemanship, and 105 trails covering 4,421 miles for walking and biking. The entries to two such trails are a stone~s throw away from the home. This is a potential short sale.