1218 Balfour Dr, Arnold, MD 21012

Set on nearly an acre, this timeless colonial in Rugby Hall Estates welcomes you with a gracious presence that feels both classic and inviting. Surrounded by mature trees and beautifully established landscaping, this four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home offers the perfect blend of enduring character, generous living spaces, and a setting that invites you to slow down and savor every season. The moment you step inside, you're welcomed by a beautiful staircase that anchors the home with classic elegance. The main level flows effortlessly from room to room, offering a formal living room with fireplace, dining room, inviting family room with a second fireplace, and a kitchen overlooking the picturesque backyard. An updated powder room adds modern convenience, while a practical mudroom just off the kitchen provides easy access to both the backyard and the attached two-car garage. Upstairs, each of the four bedrooms is filled with natural light and enhanced by charming built-ins that add warmth, character, and everyday functionality. The lower level offers a spacious great room along with abundant storage, providing flexible space for recreation, hobbies, or future possibilities. Outside is where this home truly shines. The screened porch is made for slow mornings with coffee and peaceful summer evenings, while the gorgeous oversized in-ground pool becomes the centerpiece of gatherings with family and friends. The expansive backyard offers plenty of room to entertain, play, garden, or simply enjoy the privacy and beauty of nearly an acre. An in-ground sprinkler system helps keep the landscape looking its best, allowing more time to enjoy everything this remarkable property has to offer. Life in Rugby Hall Estates extends far beyond your own backyard. The community waterfront offers a breathtaking place to watch the sun set over the Severn River, while neighbors gather to enjoy everything this cherished community has to offer. Residents have access to a community marina with multiple boat slips, a boat ramp, pavilion, and playground making it easy to embrace the waterfront lifestyle that makes Rugby Hall Estates so special. This is a rare opportunity to own a home filled with timeless charm in one of the area’s most treasured waterfront communities in Severna Park School District, where every season brings something to look forward to and every day feels a little more connected to the place you'll love calling home. *All photographs will be posted by 7/23.