OFFER DEADLINE IS THURSDAY FEB 21 AT 5:00 PM. This Breathtaking, 5 Bedroom, 5.5 Bath Entertainer’s Dream in the Bancroft Neighborhood of Sandy Spring is exactly what you have been waiting for! With just under 7,000 sq feet of living space, this home is situated on almost half an acre. Enter into the two-story grand foyer and you are welcomed by a stunning curved staircase. Double French doors lead you to the home office with built-in bookshelves. Continue on past a half bath and coat closet to the large breakfast room with triple windows looking onto the custom screened-in porch which features, ipe wood decking, two ceiling fans and plenty of space to relax and enjoy your morning coffee. Back inside continue past the rear staircase and the built-in desk area to an entryway from the two car garage. This area includes an oversized walk-in closet with built-in shelving for shoes and the main level laundry room which has plenty of cabinet and counter space, a laundry sink, built in hall tree with storage bench and access to the third car garage. The gourmet eat-in kitchen is a Chef’s dream with an oversized island, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, 5 burner gas range, and custom tile backsplash. Off the kitchen is the family room with floor to ceiling windows, and a gas fireplace with stone surround and built in book shelves on either side. The interior and exterior of the home also have built in speaker systems. The Bright Living Room is in the front of the house directly off the foyer and opens to the Dining Room. Make your way upstairs to the Primary Bedroom Suite. Double doors welcome you to the cozy sitting area with built-in shelving, a separate spacious bedroom area, two walk-in closets and a double door entry to the Primary ensuite. The Primary Bath ensures relaxation with a jetted soaking tub, tile shower with two heads, two large vanities, a dressing area, plantation shutters and linen closet. Bedrooms two and three share a jack and jill bathroom, while Bedrooms four and five each have walk-in closets and ensuite baths. The basement is a showstopper! Perfect for family time or entertaining, this level includes plenty of space for a pool table, a theater area with a gas fireplace perfect for watching movies or the big game! Barn doors lead to an exercise room, and another set of doors leads to a spacious game room. The bar area features ceramic tile flooring, bar sink, mini fridge, and ice maker. The lower level also includes a Full bath and three storage areas! The private backyard paradise might be the most impressive feature of the home!! Step into a haven of relaxation and entertainment with a custom in-ground pool that features waterfalls and captivating in-pool lighting .The sprawling patio invites you to unwind in style, offering multiple seating areas, a custom pavilion with an outdoor theater, gas firepit, and an outdoor Chef’s kitchen, complete with a stainless steel grill and refrigerator. No detail has been overlooked!