Taylors Mill is a very special community for two reasons: architecturally impressive homes and exceptionally beautiful terrain. Secluded in one of the most desirable areas of Pike Creek Valley, the intimate community is defined by the woodlands that surround it and the dramatic elevation changes that form the backdrop for 25 spectacular homes. This custom built residence raises the bar on community standards that were already very high. The builder's commitment to construction standards far exceed code, plus his decision to marry distinctive design with sustainable building practices and state-of-the-art energy efficiency. The result is a home that speaks to European elegance, with architecturally dramatic common areas designed for gracious entertaining and comfortable living. When a home balances comfort with stylish elegance and energy efficiency with sustainable building practices, there are few comparables on the market. More than 5,700 square feet of living space comprises the first two floors, with another 2,000 in the finished lower level, which features a state of- the-art home theater and full, marble-tiled bath. In addition to volume ceilings, tall windows and very generous room sizes, the open main level floor plan offers both a study and a tucked away guest suite. Hardwood floors are enlivened with contrasting walnut banding in both the great room and keeping room off the kitchen. The second floor master suite is at the top of the luxury scale and includes a double tray ceiling in the bedroom and octagonal sitting room very large luxury bath with porcelain-stone tile floor, tub surround and shower walls; whirlpool tub, oversize shower with frameless glass walls, built-in seat, nine-head Kohler electronic DTV controls; his-and her wide maple vanities with granite counters, dressing table counter between; two large walk-in closets with organizers, plus separate shoe closet. The secondary bedrooms are well proportioned and have direct access to well-appointed, ceramic-tiled bathrooms. Taylor Mill affords a quiet lifestyle in a an almost-rural haven, yet Kirkwood Highway, Pike Creek Shopping Center and a host of other shopping venues and restaurants are minutes away. The location is walking distance to Saint Mark's School and the vast White-Clay Creek Preserve.

Additional Features:

• 5,750 square feet of living space above grade; 2,064 square feet in finished basement, with 6 bedrooms, 5.1 bathrooms, and turned 3-car heated garage with insulated carriage-style doors, all with openers

• Open-floor-plan design with two-story entry hall, dramatic angled staircase with custom wrought-iron balusters on stair rail and in balcony hallway above

• Great room with volume ceiling, long wall of windows, wide patio door to rear yard/terrace deck and double-sided gas fireplace flanked by recessed cherry cabinets with granite counters

• Hardwood floors throughout most of main level, with Peruvian walnut banding in great room and keeping room off kitchen; hardwood heating vents

• Upgraded door and window casings, rounded drywall corners, solid-core interior doors and 9-foot ceilings throughout

• Abundant recessed and directional lighting; five upgraded hanging fixtures; nine ceiling fans

• Formal octagonal dining room open to entry hall; tall windows with elliptical transom glass and recessed sideboard area

• Office/study off entry hall with French-door access and tall windows with elliptical transoms

• Private first-floor guest suite with patio door to side yard; en suite bath with jetted tub/shower, ceramic tiled

• Large eat-in kitchen with cherry cabinets/full-overlay doors, absolute black granite, large island with breakfast bar, stainless-steel GE Profile appliances including double wall

oven (including microwave/convection oven), gas cook top with upgraded stainless-steel vent; Fisher-Paykel two-drawer dishwasher

• Keeping room off kitchen with two-sided fireplace; wet bar in informal eating area with upper cabinet storage, granite counter

• Laundry room and walk-in pantry off kitchen hallway, with access to garage

• Second-floor master suite with double tray ceiling in bedroom and octagonal sitting room

• Very large luxury bath with porcelain-stone tile floor, tub surround and shower walls; whirlpool tub, oversized shower with frameless glass walls, built-in seat, nine-head Kohler

DTV fittings; his-and her wide maple vanities with granite counters, dressing table counter between; two large walk-in closets with organizers, plus separate shoe closet

• Four secondary bedrooms, two with shared access to compartmentalized baths with tub/shower, ceramic tile; one with en suite bath

• Finished basement featuring state-of-the-art home theater with raked seating and six leather theater chairs, ceiling mounted Mitsubishi projector, 110-inch cinema vision

screen, surround-sound speakers, Integra A/V tuner with dual HDMI output and Sony DVD player; full bath with marble-tiled floor and stall shower

Additional Upgrades:

• R-21 insulation in exterior walls, basement perimeter and garage

• 2-by-6 exterior framing; hand-framed 2-by-12 roof rafters

• 12-by-24 footers and 9-foot 10-inch poured-concrete foundation walls reinforced with rebar

• Custom interior painting

• Underground daylight gutter drains

• 6-zone natural gas HVAC with ultra control panels and maximum efficiency; clean-air system that provides hospital-quality air

• Drainvac Twin Turbo, 220v central vac with 9 outlets

• Tankless water heating

• 16-zone, Nuvo Grand Concerto Sound System with 48 speakers throughout house

All rent to be paid via web site, first, security to move in. Subject to credit and background check

Secluded in one of the most desirable areas of Pike Creek Valley, the intimate community is defined by the woodlands that surround it and the dramatic elevation changes that form the backdrop for 25 spectacular homes. This custom built residence raises the bar on community standards that were already very high. The builder's commitment to construction standards far exceed code, plus his decision to marry distinctive design with sustainable building practices and state-of-the-art energy efficiency. 5,750 sq. ft. of living space above ground, and 7,750 with finished basement. Open floor plan, 6 bedrooms with 5 1/2 baths and a 3 car heated garage. Enjoy nature in the small easily maintained back yard with beautiful tiered landscaping. Great outdoor entertaining on the 48' deck. All rent to be paid via web site, first, security to move in. Subject to credit and background check