Status: Closed
MLS#: MDHW285892
Type: Residential - Single Family
Subdivision: Lawyers Hill
County: HOWARD
An impressive historically registered home, "The Gables" of Lawyers Hill offers a private 1.7 acre treed setting. Originally built pre-Civil War by the prominent Howard County Dorsey family as a vacation home, and neighboring Patapsco Park, the winding, circular drive, lush gardens, scenic pathways, historically noted cedar gazebo, custom grill area, heated inground pool, and studio/exercise room in the detached cedar post & beam 2-story garage, keep with the time honored feeling of retreat & relaxation. Authentic exterior features include 4 covered porches, wood siding, copper gutters & slate roof. A well-designed interior features a unique blend of formal & casual living spaces with original hardwood flooring, imported European light fixtures and window dressings in every room. The main level showcases 4 different original wood burning fireplaces with charming period mantels. Easy living comes with a generously sized great room, large office with built-ins, 2 dining rooms, den/play room with built-ins, cloak room, laundry room, modern kitchen with Amish made cherry cabinets, SS appliances, Corian counters & charming breakfast room. A versatile upper level offers 7 bedrooms including a private master suite which can easily be used as in-law/au-pair suite, as well as a 2nd master bedroom with attached sitting room. 3 full baths with claw foot tubs, a sewing/hobby room and additional bedroom/storage room complete the upper level. A lower level hosts an impressive workshop & full bath with walk-in shower just steps from the pool. Sale includes 2 development rights valued at $40,000 each, a natural gas line used for heated pool, 3 well pumps used for filling pool & watering lawn/gardens. This registered Historic home qualifies for both state & county tax credits for approved interior & exterior improvements. HOA has no mandatory fee! Please be considerate and do NOT drive or walk down the driveway without a scheduled showing appt....Thank you!