!!Rare opportunity alert!! Located in the highly desired Goshen Oaks community, this spacious 4-bedroom home offers 3,153 square feet above ground and is being sold for the first time since being built! Backing to over 18 acres of wooded parkland that is owned by Maryland National Capital Park, this property is uniquely beautiful and serene. Upon arrival, the stately presence of this colonial home immediately catches your eye! The appeal does not end at the curb continue around back to the perfectly manicured yard and tranquil parkland. Enter the home into the attractive 2-story foyer that has an open view of the upstairs hallway balcony. A private office with French doors greets you to your right, and a formal living room with kitchen access is on your left. Hardwood flooring flows from the foyer through the hallway into the powder room, and throughout the kitchen and morning room. White cabinetry sprawls the kitchen offering plenty of storage space, pull-out drawers enhance the functionality of the storage, and the extended island is perfect for prepping food and displaying your favorite dishes when company is over. A stylish backsplash adds a versatile pop that pairs well with any dcor. Right around the corner is access to the garage as well as a convenient main-level laundry room with washer and dryer hook-up. The kitchen opens to the family room, which is adorned with a gas fireplace making for an incredibly cozy and inviting space. The expansive morning room off the kitchen is suitable for a large dining table to accommodate extra guests at holiday gatherings. Oversized windows showcase unobstructed views of the tree-filled woods and allow for natural light to pour into the home. Double doors lead to a two-tier deck with an enchanting screened-in area where you can immerse yourself into the sights and sounds of nature. This is the owners favorite part of the home! Many stories and beverages have been shared in this extension of the living space while admiring the changing of the fall foliage. Continue your journey back inside to the upper level which consists of a primary bedroom, and 3 generously sized guest rooms with a hall bathroom boasting dual sinks and modern white cabinetry. The lofty primary bedroom benefits from an impressive walk-in closet, and an ensuite with jetted tub, separate shower stall with glass door, dual sinks, a private water closet, and a skylight that douses the space in calming and restorative natural light. The 1,861 sq ft of unfinished space in the basement awaits your personally crafted design plan. Need another bedroom? Perhaps a home theater or gym? Curate the space to fit your exact needs! The basement includes rough-in plumbing for a bathroom, and a doorway that walks out right underneath the deck area further enhancing your design capabilities. The home is equipped with a central vacuum system allowing you to carry a lightweight vacuum hose and wand rather than lugging around a bulky machine. Enjoy comfortable temperatures thanks to the zoned HVAC system and an attic fan that circulates the air and ventilates the space. As if the house isnt enough to fall in love with, let me introduce you to the area! Nearby Magruder Branch Stream Trail and Damascus Regional Park offer plenty of amenities for outdoor enthusiasts. From playgrounds, basketball courts, walking paths, and streams to wooden bridges over water; the wildlife and woodlands are absolutely captivating. Butlers Orchard, Jimmie Cone and Doc Waters Cidery are close by and make for a great way to spend a Fall day out and about. Restaurants and shopping stores located in Damascus, Mount Airy, and Germantown are in close proximity. With so many scenic backroads connecting to Damascus, commuting to Frederick, Rockville or DC has many options. MARC train station is in Germantown about 8 miles away, while the Shady Grove metro is about 15 miles away.