Where Inspired Design Meets the Beauty of the Countryside. There are homes that are beautifully designed, and then there are homes that are beautifully imagined. Set against the rolling countryside of western Howard County, this extraordinary custom residence is a celebration of architecture, artistry, and the quiet beauty of the landscape that surrounds it. Here, the horizon becomes part of the home. Expansive windows frame sweeping views of open fields, distant woodlands, and skies that seem to stretch forever. Golden sunlight moves gracefully through the interiors, casting ever-changing reflections across thoughtfully selected finishes. As evening approaches, the countryside glows in the warmth of the setting sun, offering a breathtaking reminder of the beauty of living close to nature. Inside, a remarkable sense of openness is balanced by intimate spaces designed for gathering, conversation, and quiet retreat. Dramatic ceiling heights, extraordinary architectural detailing, and finely crafted millwork distinguish this home from the ordinary. Eight-foot solid wood interior doors lend an uncommon sense of scale and substance, while beautifully executed trim, tailored wall treatments, and sophisticated architectural transitions reveal a level of craftsmanship rarely encountered. Every element has been considered, creating interiors that feel at once impressive and inviting. A soaring two-story great room forms the home's dramatic architectural centerpiece, where walls of windows, an impressive stone fireplace, and an elegant statement chandelier bring grandeur and warmth into perfect harmony. Overlooking galleries and thoughtfully connected living spaces celebrate the home's remarkable proportions, allowing natural light and architectural beauty to flow effortlessly from one level to the next. The kitchen is a study in timeless design and modern function. Beautifully crafted white cabinetry, luminous stone surfaces, professional-style appliances, and an expansive gathering island create a setting equally suited to the everyday rituals of home and the pleasures of entertaining. Natural wood floors, exceptional millwork, and carefully considered lighting bring warmth and continuity throughout. As thoughtfully designed for living as it is for beauty, the home's remarkable versatility is among its most compelling qualities. Two beautifully appointed primary suites, one on the main level and another on the second, offer exceptional flexibility for changing lifestyles, extended visits, and multigenerational living. The main-level suite provides the ease and privacy of single-level living, while the second-level suite offers an equally inviting retreat. Additional guest bedrooms upstairs, including one with its own en-suite bath, are complemented by another full hall bath and a convenient second laundry room. A handsome second-story family room overlooking the dramatic living spaces below creates yet another place to gather, unwind, or simply enjoy a quiet moment. Together, these thoughtfully arranged spaces allow family and guests to enjoy both connection and independence, with room for life to evolve gracefully over time. Yet perhaps the home's most captivating feature lies beyond its walls. The changing seasons unfold across the surrounding farmland, painting a living landscape of rich greens, autumn golds, and soft evening light. From the outdoor deck to the sun-filled rooms within, nature is always present, inviting moments of reflection and connection. This is a home designed not simply to be admired, but to be experienced. A place where exceptional craftsmanship and architectural distinction meet the rhythm of country living. Where soaring spaces
Single-familyProperty Type
2023Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$400Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kimberly Kepnes• Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Rural Conservation-Density Exchange Option Overlay District
The Rural Conservation District is established to conserve farmland and to encourage agricultural activities, thereby helping to ensure that commercial agriculture will continue as a long term land use and a viable economic activity within the County. The RC District is also established to preserve natural features and the rural landscape, while allowing low density, clustered residential development. Residential development is to be permitted only when it is located and designed to minimize its impact on agricultural land, farming operations, and sensitive environmental features; to create attractive rural developments; and to respect existing features of the rural landscape. The preferred land use in the RC District is agriculture. The District is intended to permit a range of uses related to agriculture, to encourage the preservation of large blocks of farmland, and to permanently protect from development the tracts of land which remain after permitted residential development has occurred. Residential lots in the district are likely to be adjacent or close to agricultural land. Residents of property within the RC District should be prepared to accept the impacts associated with normal farming practices; The DEO Overlay District is established to provide land owners in the RC and RR Districts with opportunity and incentive to preserve significant blocks of farmland in the rural area of the county. This district is also intended to encourage the clustering of residential development in areas where the development will not have an adverse impact on farm operations. To accomplish this, the DEO District allows residential density in the RC and RR Districts to be exchanged between parcels. Density exchanges in the District should result in large parcels being preserved in perpetuity, while residential development is directed toward parcels which are able to absorb the additional dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Recreation
Communications tower
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mount Airy, MD • 21771
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 28% for direct sun exposure in Mount Airy. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1420 Long Corner Rd
$1,697,157
$2,743 under list price of $1.70M
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