A special opportunity in idyllic western Howard County to own a custom ranch home on over 3 acres. This little piece of heaven has been maintained with care by its original owner. The quality constructed home is situated on a level lot bordered by mature hardwoods. The main living space offers an open floor plan with dramatic vaulted ceilings in the kitchen and adjoining great room. The front door enters form a covered porch into a gracious foyer. A comfortable stone propane fireplace, doors to rear deck and hardwood floors are some of the features of the great room. The open kitchen area has quality cabinetry and is updated with granite counter tops, island for seating and newer appliances. A spacious formal dining room opens to the kitchen area. Three bedrooms are located on the main floor along with two full baths. The fully finished lower level has new wood look laminate flooring and is walk out level to the rear yard. A large recreation area, bedroom with full window, craft room and full bath complete the finished space. An unfinished storage area with full laundry complete the lower level. There is a two car attached garage with rubber composite floor. A deck for relaxing and entertaining overlooks the landscaped yard and paddocks. The property is fully fenced and ready for horses, 4-H projects or dogs. For the horse enthusiast, there is a 3 stall barn with water and electric. Stalls have dutch doors to outside and sliding doors to interior. There is a tack and feed room for storage. Property is fenced in to 3 adjoining paddocks that are level and easily used for a schooling area. Property is located very near miles of Patuxent State park trails. Asphalt driveway was recently sealed and includes plenty of parking. This is a gem of a home with many updates in the past 15 years including roof on house and barn, skylights, deck, patio doors, pressure tank, water heater, paving, garage door.