2417 Bauernschmidt Dr, Essex, MD 21221

There's real magic in combining inherently compelling Coastal architecture with a modern aesthetic. Add in an extraordinary entertaining space both indoors and out just steps from the water and the result is the undeniable elegance of 2417 Bauernschmidt Road! The front of the home is light-filled w/ a seamless connection between living, dining & kitchen. Newly built in 2017, this home features a gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters, under cabinet lights & black stainless steel appliances and large island with storage and drawers. An inviting living room with a wood burning fireplace (newly lined in November 2022) paired with ample light and a spacious dining area provides an ideal space to entertain. The home features engineered hardwood flooring, an extensive pantry for storage, a half bath, a mud room area and easy access oversized 2-car garage with shelving. The upper level features a true master suite with vaulted ceilings, skylights, a walk-in closet with custom built-ins and lighting as well as what can only be described as a spa bath. The best part of the master suite is the balcony with water views, and a fan with a beautiful painted haute blue ceiling. Enjoy your morning coffee with the magical sunrise or an evening glass of your choice as you watch boats sail by. The upper level also features two more spacious bedrooms, a full hall bath with a double vanity & a laundry room with a sink, custom storage and granite countertops. The lower level features a fully finished basement with ceramic tile, an oversized storage area, a wood burning stove, a bar that conveys, a half bath and a separate entrance making it perfect as a guest room, home office, fitness area, etc. The enormous yard occupies an extra deep lot & is professionally landscaped, hardscaped and fully fenced (fence installed in 2018). Featuring a newly built Twin Locust Barns shed (2021) with Hardiplank siding, which matches the home and window boxes, a new Blu smooth Champlain grey techo bloc patio, permanent string light poles (lights convey) and 12 foot arborvitaes, lavender plants, crate myrtle trees, and holly bushes. The home is also dual zoned and has 200amp electrical. NO DETAIL has been missed in this absolutely amazing home! The home is located in the wonderful community of Bauernschmidt Manor - it's not often houses come on the market here. The famous Bauernschmidt Manor Mansion is just around the corner, formerly owned by Fred Bauernschimdt who was a local beer brewer in the early 1900s. Enjoy 4th of July fireworks from the front porch or upstairs balcony. Bring all your toys - Bauernschmidt Manor is a golf cart friendly neighborhood and is very active - neighbors enjoy weekly kayaking outings, paddleboarding, and jet skiing. Enjoy a friendly game of pickleball at the court right in front of the house. There is a voluntary community association ($65 a year) that hosts many events throughout the year to include a summer beach party, Halloween dog costume party, Christmas Eve luminaries, visits from Santa and the Middle River Christmas lighted boat parade which cruises by the community. Want to enjoy life on the water? The community beach, boat ramp and dock are just steps away from the house and include a boat ramp, sandy beach, and picnic tables. It allows for easy access to Middle River and the Chesapeake Bay, right at the speed limit buoy (easy access to the Bay from Middle River). Check out the local waterfront bars/restaurants including the brand new Charly's on Sue Creek, McFaul's Oyster and Reel, The Crazy Tuna, Riverwatch and Bowley's on the Bay. Close to 95 allows for easy commuting and the Martin State Airport MARC train station is just a few miles away, making the commute to DC a breeze. This one won't last long!