Effortless entertaining in this exquisite Freedom Hills Farm colonial, complete with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3 car garage, TRUE IN-LAW APARTMENT complete with SECOND KITCHEN, and a showstopping rear yard. Pride of ownership is evident as you make your way along the winding paver path to the wide, covered front porch - the perfect spot to take in the stunning pastoral views. Step inside the soaring two-story foyer, a welcoming entry that leads to the formal spaces, including the well-sized dining room with elegant trim and tray ceiling, the formal living room with crown molding, and the main level study. French doors lead from the living room to the home’s solarium - a bright and airy sunroom with three walls of floor-to-ceiling windows that simply bathe the space in sunlight. Just past the double staircase, you’ll find the spacious two-story family room complete with cozy gas fireplace and open to the sun-drenched morning room, breakfast area, and kitchen. The gourmet kitchen is a hobby chef’s dream, with granite counters, stainless appliances, rich cherry cabinetry, double oven, gas cooktop, walk-in pantry, coffee bar, butler’s pantry, and huge island with breakfast bar around which loved ones are sure to gather. A hardwired sound system, all-out laundry room with granite counters and built-ins, mudroom with window seat, and powder room complete this well-planned main level. The thoughtfully arranged primary suite begins at the gorgeous sleeping area with decadent tray ceiling, and leads to a sitting area perfect for relaxing, a hall with dual walk-in closets, and a luxurious spa-like primary bath complete with water closet, oversized glass shower, soaking tub, and separate vanities. The upper level features a second primary bedroom with en-suite bath, and two additional spacious bedrooms, which share a buddy bathroom. The vast walk-in closet in the fourth bedroom offers possibilities for a play space, hobby area, or dressing room. The finished lower level offers an ample recreation room, a finished bonus room, and TWO storage spaces. Just off the recreation room through an extra-wide door, you’ll find the home’s rarely found and highly coveted in-law apartment, with a cozy living room, tidy kitchen complete with cooktop, a bedroom, and a full bath with walk-in shower. The walkout stairs feature an outdoor chair lift for ultimate comfort. Keep loved ones close and use it as an in-law suite, or reimagine this space as au pair accomodations, a student suite, or guest quarters. Just off the morning room, you’ll find the breathtaking rear yard that has been beautifully hardscaped to include a gorgeous patio that runs along the entire rear of the home, an impressive step-down circular firepit complete with hearth and chimney, and an included hot tub, all with built-in lighting and surrounded by meticulously manicured landscaping. Private and serene, the fully fenced rear yard features a large, lush lawn, a thick cedar boundary, and backs to the home’s forest conservation area with a sunny garden plot and a large shed to store yard gear. With a three-car side entry garage and long private driveway, you’ll have more than enough parking for all of your vehicles. Located in the Piney Run area, the home is just minutes away from outdoor recreation, entertainment, nightlife, and day-to-day conveniences, with easy access to commuter routes. Everything you’ve imagined in your forever home and more, your Carroll County luxury home search begins and ends here!