1040 Lake Claire Drive

Looking like a dreamy English Cottage with tons of curb appeal, this property is nestled on almost an acre of a waterview lot adjacent to Lake Claire Nature Preserve. Welcome into this truly special five bedroom, three great full redone baths, Cape St. Claire home. From stepping into the crystal door and wainscotted foyer to a very open dining, living, kitchen area, you are warmly greeted with high end details such as cathedral ceilings, skylights, oak hardwoods, plantation shutters, insulated blinds, thoughtful mouldings, gas fireplace nook and a desire to see more. The Chef's working kitchen has 42" cherry cabinetry, lots of prep Corian counters, convection microwave, hall pantry, back lit glass cabinetry to make your life and entertaining easier. The kitchen window is the spot to be when you are watching the wildlife and enjoying the trees, indigenous plantings on your lower patio retreat, and the peaceful pergola. You might just forget you were washing the dishes. Your large sunroom addition draws you in with the soaring ceilings , Anderson palladium and crank out bay windows, coastal beadboard ceiling, wainscotted walls, and atrium doors that lead you to a huge Timertech composite bi-level deck with privacy screen and stairs down to the magical yard. Seller had blown in extra foam insulation underneath the sunroom before putting in the ceiling of the screened-in porch. Hall bath has been redone in 2018 with a beautiful Cambria Quartz sink, dramatic black marble and custom vanities that have incredible smart storage and a place to glam. Primary suite fits a king bed and has California Closets system, its own smart bath, and door to the monster private deck. Seller also added custom California closets in all the bedrooms, so your space is magnified. Seller upgraded the air conditioning and added programmable hydro heaters in each room for top efficiency and comfort, converted both fireplaces to easy and clean propane gas with remotes. Seller added a security system and a full service digital water conditoning system treating the well water. Charming stone patio, walkways, native and natural easy-care gardens, irrigation system,, goldfish and frog pond, all with a legit pergola and access to the hidden screened in porch gem with french drain and waterproofing underneath so stone walls and flagstone floors will withstand time. The lower level family area is framed by a brick wall with a gas fireplace, mantle, and built-in shelving with desk. There is a 4th room and 5th room that have been used for in-law, office, crafts, and gym with a nice full bathroom and one of the classiest second kitchen areas ever plus a substantial walk-in pantry. Check out the custom tile and glitter grout! All appliances are included. The front foot assesessment has been paid off in full so no fees there. The house is wired for a generator back-up power. The seller has done the work for you so you can just move in and start to enjoy the Cape St. Claire beaches, water activities and Annapolis the best time of the year. Okay to schedule appointments now for May 3rd when live!