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Land with Home for Sale in Ellicott City, Maryland

12420 Benson Branch Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042

$1,300,000
6.82 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $7,956/mo

Nestled on a breathtaking 6.85-acre wooded estate, 12420 Benson Branch Rd is a majestic 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom custom home spanning approximately 6,657 square feet. Defined by its architectural integrity and stately Nantucket Colonial presence, the residence commands attention with its cedar & brick facade, and classic dormers. Inside, a sweeping floor plan is elevated by soaring cathedral ceilings, custom millwork, and bespoke carpentry. Radiating from the grand foyer is an elegant formal living room featuring a gas fireplace, concealed wet bar, and pocket French doors that close to create a private retreat. Across the entryway, a spectacular formal dining room awaits, complete with a second glowing fireplace, oversized windows, and extensive wainscoting. Transitioning seamlessly from the formal spaces, you enter a newly reimagined culinary masterpiece. The comprehensively remodeled gourmet kitchen is anchored by a massive center island, crowned by magnificent, coffered wood-beam ceilings, and fitted with modern ivory cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances. Step just off the kitchen onto a refined brick porch overlooking the lawn and wooded grounds. From the interior, the kitchen leads to elegant dual French doors which open into a light-filled sunroom, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame panoramic views of the side garden. Serving as the heart of the estate, the sprawling family room features custom coffered ceilings, a gas stove fireplace surrounded by artisanal brick hearth, and extensive built-in library shelving. Completing the main level is an exceptionally large laundry suite, a half bath, and a bespoke mudroom accessed via a charming, covered porch that flawlessly echoes the home's coastal heritage. Ascending the rear staircase, the upper level unveils a truly magnificent primary sanctuary. This palatial retreat flows effortlessly into a resplendent en-suite spa bath, centered by a sleek freestanding soaking tub, dual his and hers vanities, and large custom closets. Adjacent is a magnificent executive office wrapped in expansive windows, offering panoramic tree-lined views, extensive built-ins, and direct access to the primary suite. Rounding out the second level are three impressively spacious bedrooms connected by a convenient Jack and-Jill bathroom, plus an additional hall bath. The home's uncompromising elegance extends to the private third-floor suite, a sprawling retreat featuring traditional dormer window seats, a pristine new en suite bath, and an exceptionally large cedar closet. Descending to the lower level, a sprawling, versatile recreation and media room provides boundless potential for a state-of-the-art home theater or personal fitness center. From the upstairs, a two-story gallery serves as the gateway to your private outdoor sanctuary. At the epicenter of this 6.8-acre oasis lies a spectacular solar heated in-ground pool and hot tub surrounded by a stamped concrete patio and upper sun deck that flawlessly completes the grandeur of this unparalleled estate. A three-car garage with additional storage space, large attic space ready to be finished into still more square footage if desired, and a purpose-built storage outbuilding complete the picturesque grounds, which are graced by formal gardens, sweeping flat lawns, and a commanding canopy of mature trees. A truly rare offering, this legacy, heirloom-quality property promises a lifestyle of elegance surrounded by beauty.

6,103
Sq feet
5
Beds
4
Full baths
1
1/2 bath
1984
Built

Location

Street address
12420 Benson Branch Rd
Zip code
21042
Community
Woodmark
School district
Howard County Public Schools
Elevation
475 feet
Coordinates
39.2759, -76.9428

Property details

Acreage
6.82 acres
MLS #
TREND MDHW2072148
Posted

Property taxes

Recent
$15,771

Parcels

  • 1403304833

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential

Exterior

Parking Spaces
11
Parking
Driveway, Garage-Attached
Pool
Private

Structure

Style
Colonial
Stories
4
Heating
Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air
Materials
Brick, Cedar

Interior

Rooms
Basement, Bathroom x 5, Bedroom x 5, Dining Room, Family Room
Fireplaces
Yes
Features
Additional Stairway, Attic, Bathroom-Soaking Tub, Bathroom-Walk-In Shower, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan-Traditional, Kitchen-Gourmet, Kitchen-Island, Kitchen-Table Space, Laundry Chute, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Stove-Wood, Whirl Pool/Hot Tub, Wood Floors

Nearby schools

NameTypeDistrict
Triadelphia RidgeElementaryHoward County Public Schools
Folly QuarterMiddleHoward County Public Schools
GlenelgHighHoward County Public Schools

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Aug 6, 2026New listing$1,300,000TREND
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This 6.82-acre property is located at 12420 Benson Branch Rd in Ellicott City, MD 21042. The property is available for sale, priced at $1,300,000. It has a 6,103 square foot 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath house built in 1984.

Listed by Compass, (202) 491-1275

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