Resort-Caliber Custom Rancher with Architectural Drama, Chef’s Kitchen & Private Pool Oasis Custom quality meets resort-style living in this exceptional rancher, thoughtfully designed by a builder and interior designer and set upon a very private, landscaped setting. Built in 2000, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home offers over-the-top craftsmanship, dramatic architectural details, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The main level features soaring 12-foot ceilings, 8-foot solid-core doors, Anderson casement windows, and an extraordinary abundance of natural light through 11 Anderson sliding doors. The heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen—anchored by a striking mushroom-shaped wrap-around island and ceiling cloud with cove lighting—featuring expansive custom cabinetry, dual peninsula bar seating, a divided three-section sink, separate prep sink with filtered and instant hot water, and professional-grade appliances including dual gas Thermador cooktops with griddles, two ovens, warming drawer, dual range hoods with warming bulbs, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and built-in microwave. The living room showcases a dramatic ceiling cloud with cove lighting and a central gas fireplace, flowing effortlessly to the dining area and wrap-around TREX deck. The adjacent family/den area opens to the deck through slider doors, creating a perfect entertaining flow. The main-level primary suite is privately situated in a turret-style space and its own laundry area. Two additional main-level bedrooms include a second en-suite bedroom with new carpet, new private bath, and new built-in wardrobe wall, plus a third bedroom with new carpet. A full main-level laundry room with hook-ups nearby secondary bedrooms adds convenience. The finished attic level offers a private fourth bedroom with three closets. The fully finished, full-daylight walk-out lower level is an entertainer’s dream, featuring a recreation room with multiple sliders, the fourth full bathroom for guests, billiards area in the turret, a central wrap-around wet bar/kitchenette, theater room with risers, finished storage room, speakers and multiple ceiling fans. Outdoor living rivals a luxury retreat with a heated saltwater pool and spa, expansive stamped patios and walkways, outdoor pizza oven, wrap-around deck, water fountain, stone garden walls, vegetable garden with water service, sprinkler irrigation, multiple lamp posts, and professional up-lighting around the home and on evergreen specimen trees. Additional features include a private drive, porte cochere with drive-under access, two added side parking areas, and a 2-car side-loading garage with service door. Zoned electric heat pump and central A/C, gas hot water, public water, private septic, and over 220 recessed lights throughout complete this one-of-a-kind offering. A rare opportunity to own a truly distinctive home designed for elevated everyday living and unforgettable entertaining. Please remember to remove shoes and lock up all doors. Thank you for visiting!
For sale
Price cut: $50K (2/11)
$1,750,000
11678 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042
4beds
6,619sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
3.34 Acres Lot
$1,708,300 Zestimate®
$264/sqft
$67/mo HOA
What's special
Striking mushroom-shaped wrap-around islandCentral gas fireplaceFinished storage roomDivided three-section sinkSprinkler irrigationVery private landscaped settingPrivate drive
- 83 days |
- 2,646 |
- 75 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 12, 2026 at 08:06am
Listed by:
Creig Northrop 410-531-0321,
Northrop Realty 4105310321
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDHW2063018
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Den, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Media Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 529 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 X 23
Breakfast room
- Features: Breakfast Room, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Window Treatments, Balcony Access, Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 32
Den
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Balcony Access
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 13
Game room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 85 X 41
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Double Sink, Dining Area, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Balcony Access, Lighting - Ceiling, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
- Area: 864 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 X 32
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
- Area: 728 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26 X 28
Media room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Lighting - Wall sconces
- Level: Lower
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 24
Recreation room
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Basement - Finished, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Lighting - Ceiling, Recessed Lighting, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Window Treatments, Wet Bar
- Level: Lower
- Area: 2511 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 X 93
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Ice Maker, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Double Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Surface Unit, Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Dispenser, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen Island, Built-in Features, Primary Bath(s), Bar, Open Floorplan, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Doors: Atrium, Insulated, Six Panel, Sliding Glass
- Windows: Atrium, Casement, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Shelving,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Heatilator, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,238
- Total interior livable area: 6,619 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,119
- Finished area below ground: 2,500
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Parking
- Total spaces: 52
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Circular Driveway, Lighted, Driveway, Paved, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 50
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Bump-outs, Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Flood Lights, Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Water Falls
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, Fenced, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo, Salt Water, Private
- Fencing: Partial,Privacy,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Garden
Lot
- Size: 3.34 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1403283631
- Zoning: RCDEO
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Exists, Septic Pump
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Electric Alarm
- Subdivision: Kings Gift
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $800 annually
Location
- Region: Ellicott City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $264/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,452,400
- Annual tax amount: $21,243
- Date on market: 1/15/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,708,300
$1.62M - $1.79M
$6,763/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/11/2026 | Price change | $1,750,000-2.8%$264/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDHW2063018 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+80%$272/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDHW2063018 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2003 | Sold | $1,000,000+700%$151/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2001 | Sold | $125,000$19/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,452,400 +7.7% |
| 2024 | $15,186 +1.7% | $1,348,700 +1.7% |
| 2023 | $14,929 +1.8% | $1,325,867 -1.7% |
| 2022 | $14,672 +1.8% | $1,348,700 +5.4% |
| 2021 | $14,415 +0.5% | $1,280,200 +0.5% |
| 2020 | $14,343 +0.5% | $1,273,833 -0.5% |
| 2019 | $14,272 -6.9% | $1,280,200 +1.5% |
| 2018 | $15,335 -13.6% | $1,261,100 |
| 2017 | $17,743 | $1,261,100 +0.5% |
| 2016 | -- | $1,254,700 +0.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $1,251,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,251,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,251,500 -2.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,280,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,280,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,280,700 -16.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,539,700 +13.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,351,322 +16.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,162,946 +19.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $974,570 +8.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $901,190 +8.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $827,810 +9.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $754,430 +2.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $738,476 +521.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $118,883 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$10,359/mo
Principal & interest
$8688
Property taxes
$1604
HOA Fees
$67
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Neighborhood: 21042
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Manor Woods Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 9/10Mount View Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 10/10Marriotts Ridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Howard County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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