3245 HARNESS CREEK Rd Annapolis, MD 21403

Situated on .63 acres of private waterfront, this award-winning contemporary home offers commanding views of Harness Creek and the protected woodlands of Quiet Waters Park across the water. Designed by renowned New York-based architects Robert Luntz and Joseph Tanney of Resolution: 4 Architecture, and expertly constructed by John DelSesto, this 2006 Metropolitan Modern Home of the Year exemplifies custom modular design at its finest. A radiant-heated IPE wood walkway leads you to the striking front entrance. Inside, the main level boasts a seamless, open-concept layout where the kitchen, dining room, and fire-placed living room flow effortlessly together. Expansive water views pour in through floor-to-ceiling windows and two sets of sliding glass doors that lead to a spacious main-level deck. The Bulthaup kitchen is a showpiece, featuring a Kohler sink, custom poured concrete island with seating for four, stainless steel countertops, and high-end appliances from Miele, Asko, Sub-Zero, and Wolf. The kitchen sink offers a perfect vantage point to enjoy the water while you cook. Down the hall you'll find a butler's pantry with wet bar, powder room, and a private side entrance, ideal for entertaining or to be used as a mudroom space. The ground level offers an exceptional blend of comfort and functionality, featuring a private suite bedroom, an office and a sitting area. Bedroom highlights include a gas fireplace, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-like ensuite bath with a double vanity, walk-in shower with teak flooring, and a private water closet. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with direct access to the patio with outdoor shower and easy access to the water to complete the space. The top level of the home is designed for elevated living and effortless entertaining. It features a bright entertainment room, a full bathroom with a soaking tub offering stunning private water views, and a bedroom with vaulted ceilings that enhance the sense of space and light. This floor also boasts two distinct outdoor spaces: a rear deck facing Harness Creek with a beautiful outdoor wood-burning fireplace, perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing by the fire as the sun sets over the water, and a front-facing balcony that offers tranquil treetop views and a peaceful escape for quiet mornings and stunning sunsets. A separate detached structure offers the ideal studio or creative workspace. This versatile building includes a welcoming front room perfect for use as an office, art studio, or fitness room. The building also features a full bathroom and a large open area with limitless opportunities. The outdoor space is as thoughtfully designed as the interior, with multiple decks that maximize the waterfront views and create seamless indoor-outdoor living. The property includes a private dock with deep water (6-8 feet MLW), water and electric service, two boat lifts, sailboat slip, a floating dock ideal for kayaks/paddle boards and access for a rowing shell-making it a true waterfront enthusiast's dream. With its modern design pedigree, refined materials, and unbeatable location just minutes from downtown Annapolis, this architecturally significant home offers a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind waterfront retreat in one of the region's most sought-after settings.