BUCKLE UP because this is a lot of house! This large, beautiful 4-bedroom, 3½-bath home is located in the sought-after Preserve at Wye Mills. The gourmet kitchen features a huge island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, newer refrigerator, gas cooktop, double wall ovens, walk-in pantry and more. The formal dining room is accented with chair rail and crown molding and includes a convenient butler's pantry. Both a living room and family room are located on the main level, with the family room featuring a gas fireplace and custom built-in shelving, including space for a large-screen TV. A spacious home office completes the main-level living space. Stylish LVP flooring, installed in 2022, extends throughout the main level, upper hallway and primary bedroom. Two staircases provide access to the upper level. The spacious primary bedroom offers two huge walk-in closets and a large en-suite bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower and two vanities. An additional bonus room provides even more flexible living space upstairs. Upscale custom plantation shutters are featured throughout the home, along with custom Closet America closet systems in all four bedrooms, the walk-in pantry and main-level hall closet. Custom shiplap accents several main-level walls, complemented by updated light fixtures, recessed lighting and hardware throughout. The main-level half bath has been remodeled, as has the Jack-and-Jill full bath with an updated vanity, lighting and flooring. An updated mudroom is conveniently located just off the kitchen. The well-insulated basement offers an incredible amount of storage space and includes a new front loading washer and dryer, a utility sink, 3-piece bath rough-in, two hopper windows, a large egress window and gas furnace with A/C serving the main level. The upper-level HVAC system was replaced in 2022 with a 3-ton, 18-SEER, 2-stage heat pump system with 10kW backup heat. Step outside to your own private backyard retreat. A huge, maintenance-free composite deck sits just off the kitchen with three stairways leading into the beautiful backyard. The fenced and custom-built approx.18'x 40' pool features deck jets, lighting, booster pump, swim-out, steps and ladder, all surrounded by a large pool deck. A newer shed with two lofts provides additional outdoor storage. The lovely one-acre, professionally landscaped yard features an aluminum fence installed in 2022 along the sides and rear of the property. Enjoy exceptional privacy with the home backing to protected wooded sanctuary land that cannot be developed plus a tree-lined side yard providing additional separation from neighboring homes. With the pool, expansive deck, basketball court, beautiful landscaping and wooded backdrop, the backyard truly feels like a private retreat-perfect for cookouts, family activities, pets, entertaining or simply relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The large 2-car garage features two insulated Armin garage doors installed in 2022 with Wi-Fi capability, along with a spacious paved driveway. Beautiful stacked stone, plantings, a loose-flagstone front walkway and established gardens along the front and sides enhance the home's curb appeal. Enjoy walking, biking and an abundance of local wildlife, all while remaining incredibly convenient to surrounding areas. A true commuter's delight, the home is just minutes from major routes including Route 50 and Route 404. Enjoy the best of both worlds-head west toward the Bay Bridge and Annapolis or east toward Easton and Ocean City. Shopping, restaurants, social activities, boating and water recreation, schools, hospitals and much more are all within easy reach. This property truly is a must-see! ACTIVE DATE is August 27 and schedule is now open to start booking showings for August 27 and after.