7906 Sherwood Road, Ruxton.
Hot House: Classically elegant, perfect for entertaining. 4 beds/5 baths. 4,503 square feet. Asking price: $2.175 million.
What: This house is such a surprise! In its earliest days, parishioners of Trinity Church met in private homes, instead of taking a carriage to Towson, and this house was one where members met. Built in 1903, this house reflects the craftsmanship and design of that time.
As you enter the house up the gracious staircase, the portico covers a beautiful front door, topped with a fanlight. On either side are long radius windows, echoing the fanlight. When you enter, you arrive in the dining room, with a fireplace and glass doors at its far end. On one side is a formal living room, and a small office or sitting room on the other.
A few steps down from the dining room is a large family room with a covered, rounded porch for lounging or entertaining, with a gas fireplace for ambiance. On the other side of the dining room is a large butler’s pantry and a huge kitchen, which has been the heart of the house.
The kitchen, which represents one wing of the house has marble counters, and custom cabinets. The appliances include a Wolf range and Subzero fridge. The kitchen is bright with natural light from the numerous windows. Centered at the back of the house is a large patio with a fire-pit and BBQ grill, and several seating areas for entertaining family and friends.
The other wing houses two bedrooms and three baths, the primary suite, with its sliding doors leading to the center patio, en-suite bath and walk-in closet. This wing also includes a laundry room.
The lower level holds a large recreation room, which could be used for just about anything, plus another space for storage.
The property includes a private driveway, a separate board-and-batten garage and beautifully landscaped spaces.
Where: Sherwood Road is just to the north of the shopping area on Bellona Avenue in Ruxton. It is just south of Joppa Road, and then a short drive to the JFX or the Beltway. It is right in the center of Ruxton, but an oasis of quiet and calm.
Final Appraisal: This is a one-of-a-kind house in Ruxton. Its classic elegance and beautiful layout and details will be appealing to someone who appreciates the finer things in life. The listing for the house is here.
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