About 18535 Foreston Rd
Don't miss the opportunity to own this truly exceptional estate, perfectly nestled on a peninsula along the Prettyboy Reservoir in Northern Baltimore County. This 16.3-acre property offers the ultimate in privacy, peaceful water views, abundant wildlife, and wide-open skies.
The estate's circa 1858 brick home beautifully blends the desirable charm and character of an old house with modern updates. This extraordinary property presents an incredible opportunity to create lasting memories with family and friends across its many unique spaces. The property features a main house, a carriage house, a pool house, a magnificent party barn, a pool, a potting shed, a greenhouse, and so much more—it truly has it all!
Upon entering the main house, you'll be greeted by its unique charm with its original wood floors, elegant moldings, and inviting warmth only an old house could offer. Enjoy the home's library with its intricate moldings, wood burning fireplace, and built-ins. Enjoy morning coffee in the home's sunroom with beautiful windows that frame the property's lovely park-like setting. A cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace and built-ins offers stunning water views and direct access to the deck. The deck's elevated location makes it a perfect spot for stargazing at night. The "Blue Sitting Room" is equipped with a wet bar and fireplace, making it a perfect spot for after-dinner cocktails and conversation or game night.
The home's third level houses the light-filled primary suite that includes his and hers closets, separate baths, and amazing views of the reservoir and the property's grounds. The home's unique dumbwaiter makes a stop on this level, making it easy to transport wood for the wood-burning fireplace located in the primary suite. A large second bedroom with an ensuite completes this level.
The fourth level houses an additional two bedrooms, a hall bathroom, and loads of storage space.
The lower level features a nicely equipped chef's kitchen with a large island, ample storage, a propane cooktop, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and warming drawers. The dining room, with its abundant cabinets, offers unique features that emit an ambiance only an old house can provide: a huge fireplace, moldings, a unique wood ceiling, and a Dutch door leading to the back porch. There is also a large utility laundry room located on this level.
There are numerous outbuildings for you to explore on this unique property, including a small brick building adjacent to the main house with a slate roof that is currently being used as a private office. The potting shed, fully functional greenhouse, pool, and pool house all have unparalleled views of the reservoir. There is a heated three-car detached garage for the main house.
Meandering through the property, you will come upon the crowning jewel: the unique party barn with its arched doors that make for a dramatic entrance. Imagine parties and holidays spent in this ultimate entertaining space. There is heat in the main area of the barn as well as three temperature-controlled spaces within, including a nicely appointed library.
The carriage house, which has four bedrooms and three bathrooms and overlooks the beautiful landscaped grounds, is adjacent to the property's party barn. It includes two garage spaces and is ideal for guests or extended family. It's perfect for multi-generational living, rental potential, or Airbnb. Endless possibilities! (Buyer to verify with the county).
The property's tranquil setting includes specimen trees, beautiful spring and summer flowers, and fields of habitat grass. You can hike, fish, canoe, stargaze, and garden. Bring your horses or cars—it has room for it all and so much more!
