Designed by a prominent architectural firm based in Falls Church, VA, this exceptional home is located less than 2 miles outside St. Michaels, MD. Sited on 6.4 private, mostly-wooded acres, the house features dramatic cathedral ceilings, including an 18' high "clear-story" in the 22' x 25' family room. This is a bright, open and spacious home, featuring a generous-sized master bedroom suite on one end of the house and two guest bedrooms on the opposite end...a great floor plan and all on 1-level! Wood floors throughout, except ceramic tiled floors in the entry foyer and kitchen. Outside, you will find a 2-car carport w/two large storage closets (perfect for storing bicycles and gardening implements). Coming soon, when spring and warm weather arrives, the extensive flowering bulbs and plants will emerge. The gardens were designed and many of the plantings were selected to attract butterflies. The 6+ acres of natural woodlands include a variety of Oaks, Pine Trees and American Hollies. This is a nature-lovers paradise, with many species of birds, including Woodpeckers, Bald Eagles, Owls and Wild Turkeys. This location on Melanie Drive, just beyond the Martingham Community, is very close to the new Pete Dye-designed "Links at Perry Cabin" golf course, Miles River Yacht Club, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and St. Michaels Motor Museum...not to mention St. Michaels' many fine shops and fabulous restaurants!