1540 BELFAST RD Active Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Sparks,MD 21152
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 14,278 sqft
Price per Sqft $378
Subdivision Belfast Valley
MLS Listing ID MDBC2103340
Style Villa
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 14,278
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 2003
Annual Tax Amount $34,766
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 69.890 Acres
Acres 69.89
Property Description
Grandview (circa 2003) – Everything about this 80-acre country estate reveals its bespoke origin. Absolute privacy was paramount, leading to a home that is invisible from the road. Parcels in the Maryland countryside were scoured for a decade before this specific grouping was chosen and assembled. At almost 600’ high in the Belfast Valley, the views are arresting. From the flower gardens right outside your doors - cultivated to attract certain species of butterflies - through the majesty of the Greco-Roman fountain - quenching the thirst of native birds – through the endless topography of gently rolling hills - in every color of sun-kissed green – in all directions – lies a veritable feast for your senses. You have never seen a vista this far-reaching, heard nature this deeply, or consumed the beauty of Maryland’s countryside quite like this. That’s why this property is called Grandview. The selection of the land was just the beginning of the curation process. Every aspect of the 9,000 square foot main home was custom-made. The region’s very best builder was brought to bear. Every cubic foot was imagined with the most maniacal attention to detail, gathering the most lavish and exotic of materials from all corners of the world, and calling for the most creative inspiration and execution of the skilled craftsmen and artisans assembled - all to construct such a masterpiece. And from its perch atop the grandest, natural spectacle in the Sparks countryside, a most profound sense of peace is yours. Complimenting the manor house is a charming Cottage (2BR/2BA, approx. 2,000 SF) for overflow family and friends, a Tenant House (3BR/2BA, approx. 2,000 SF) that is currently home to caretakers of the property and a Barn Complex, with ample room for grand entertainment … or farm use. 40+ acres of fenced pastures and tillable fields. Two separately deeded parcels with additional subdivision potential. The property is not encumbered by any conservation or preservation easement. If you’re looking for more than your ‘typical’ lovely Maryland estate - if you’re looking to transcend adjectives - this is The One.
Location
State MD
County Baltimore
Zoning RC
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Library,Breakfast Room,Exercise Room,Mud Room,Media Room
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway,Built-Ins,Carpet,Breakfast Area,Curved Staircase,Entry Level Bedroom,Family Room Off Kitchen,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Skylight(s),Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Walk-in Closet(s),Window Treatments
Hot Water Propane,60+ Gallon Tank
Heating Forced Air,Heat Pump(s),Zoned
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplaces Number 3
Equipment Dishwasher,Dryer,Freezer,Refrigerator,Microwave,Oven - Double,Oven - Wall,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Cooktop,Disposal
Fireplace Y
Appliance Dishwasher,Dryer,Freezer,Refrigerator,Microwave,Oven - Double,Oven - Wall,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Cooktop,Disposal
Heat Source Propane - Owned,Electric
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Garage Additional Storage Area,Garage - Side Entry,Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces 12.0
Waterfront N
Water Access N
View Panoramic,Pasture,Scenic Vista
Roof Type Shake
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s)
Parking Type Attached Garage,Driveway
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 12
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Additional Lot(s),Backs to Trees,Landscaping
Story 2
Foundation Other
Sewer Septic Exists
Water Well
Architectural Style Villa
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Sparks
Middle Schools Hereford
High Schools Hereford
School District Baltimore County Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 04082000006845
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Horse Property Y
Special Listing Condition Standard