Welcome to "Grandview."

Just north of Baltimore, in the town of Sparks, this week's featured listing is a beautiful 69-acre estate. It's the perfect combination of elegant entertaining and peaceful countryside.

1540 Belfast Road in Sparks is currently listed for $5,400,000 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. It consists of the main home, a guest cottage, and a caretaker's home, as well as various outbuildings. It all sits on 69 acres of gardens, woodlands, and rolling, hilly fields.

Just imagine how gorgeous the foyer would be, all decked out for the holidays. The grand staircase would be a great spot for family photos!

foyer

The home is full of interesting architectural details, including intricate chandeliers and luxurious stone finishes throughout. Expansive banks of windows and French doors bring the outside in.

living room

A gourmet kitchen opens up to a casual breakfast nook, or you can serve your big family meals in the formal dining room. Stone fireplaces add a cozy touch throughout the main floor.

kitchen

Your overnight guests will love the charming cottage, just steps from the main house. With two additional bedrooms, it's a handy bonus space for visitors or even a spacious home office.

cottage

Walk along the gravel path to the Barn Complex where you can house your livestock or store your farming gear and vehicles. With this much acreage, you could easily convert this property into a profitable agricultural endeavor.

barns

Don't have a green thumb? Make it into your dream resort getaway by adding a pool deck, stables, and some riding trails. The sky's the limit!

**All photos courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.

For more information, or to schedule a tour of the property, see the original listing. This luxurious home won't last long in the current market, so act fast.

What do you think of this serene country estate? What would you do with all of that land? Let us know in the comments!

Sarina Petrocelly
Born in Laos but raised in Haiti and South Florida, Sarina developed a taste for international cuisine at an early age. Now in Woodbridge, VA, she likes to explore the area for the best authentic dives, freshest local produce, and downright yummiest meals in the DMV. When she’s not out with friends or family, she's home with her musician/artist husband Tony and their Jindo, Hachi. She enjoys cooking and finding activities that can drown out heavy metal guitar riffs.
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