Welcome to Bayou Cottage, where convenience meets southern charm and luxury. Home Sweet Home is comfortable yet private. This Luxury built custom home by historically well known Steve Brandt is fully brick with 2 over sized brick porches and a large patio, perfect for enjoying nature or entertaining family and friends. The Builder, Steve Brandt was known for his attention to detail and the amazing integrity of the houses he's built. The over sized front porch makes you instantly aware of the grandeur of this Southern living house plan and all of its upgrades. With 9ft. ceilings throughout, crown moulding, chair railings, noted on first floor and a new roof in 2025, you will instantly be aware of the quality and integrity of this well built homeland and the pride of ownership reflected in all the upgrades. You get to enjoy brand new, updated and easy to maintain flooring. Upstairs bedrooms have brand new carpeting and fresh paint, this home is turn-key and maintenance free ready. All bedrooms are extremely large with wonderful views of the almost 10 acres from every window. The street is very private and the private driveway was sealed in 2025. The Primary Suite boasts a full closet by design, offering a tremendous amount of space for all of your wardrobe treasures. The built in wall safe offers security for things that need to be kept protected. There is an attached en-suite for your use for whatever is needed to meet your lifestyle, whether its a nursery, private den, or a place to maintain your extensive wardrobe, the space is yours to decide. Luxury tile bathroom with extremely large jacuzzi tub, separate shower, private toilet area, and double sinks are fit for the most discriminating taste. The staircase to upstairs is updated with gorgeous balusters and the catwalk overlooks an enormous, family room, with a lovely gas fireplace, built-ins and double glass French doors and windows. All this natural light and its fantastic views allow you to savor nature at its best. All bedrooms and bathrooms on the upper level are large with neutral fresh paint and new flooring (2 carpeted / 2 Luxury vinyl). Bathroom tile is neutral and stylish for your own decorating taste and style. The gourmet style kitchen & the heart of a home has been updated with new Refrigerator and dishwasher, granite countertops, tile back splash, and freshly painted custom cabinetry. Tasteful lighting offers either soft evening ambient lighting or a fully bright kitchen vibe while preparing your favorite meals. The large eat-in kitchen is fully surrounded by windows on all three exterior walls so no matter the weather or season you can be communing with nature and enjoying the private, backed to trees yard which will delight and brighten every morning and evening. The separate laundry area with its beautiful cabinetry and large custom stainless steel sink is spacious and awaits your own washer dryer. Walk out Basement is entire footprint of the upper level, awaiting your own style and design. Garage area is oversized with an attached storage/mudroom area. Parking is never an issue as current owner has added plenty of parking and the outdoor shed is perfect for all your outdoor storage needs. All of this located just outside of the town of La Plata, which means lots of amenities but no in-town taxes!!!! Private drive has only 2 additional homes, offering a peaceful and perfect way to enjoy all the amenities & privacy of home, tucked away yet close to major roads and commercial necessities. Don't miss the opportunity to own this unique, private, upscaled home in wonderful La Plata, MD