If you are seeking a waterfront retreat look no further than this 2+ acre property with protected shoreline and over 270 degrees of water views unobstructed by trees or vegetation. Sited less than a half mile from the heart of St. Michaels, a meandering drive through a broad expanse of lawn and mature willow trees leads to the 5 bedroom, 4 full bath, 2 half bath Mediterranean styled villa constructed of stacked stone, stucco and white trim. Stone steps lead up to the two-story entrance with an arched transom over the double wood doors. Once inside, the main floor's open plan living-dining-kitchen areas with twelve foot high ceilings and tall windows with transoms provide panoramic water views from all main rooms and creates an easy flow for family living. The service areas of butler's pantry, laundry and elevator are located off the central hall. Three car attached garage accessible off of the laundry room. The stone terrace off the living and dining areas at the corner of the house is the perfect spot for watching the sun set over the Kent Island Bridge on the far horizon. The house's waterside elevation is articulated by a wide two-story bay that contains sitting rooms on both floors, screened porches off the dining room and master bedroom and decks at the second floor bedrooms that offer outdoor rooms to enjoy the views and breezes off the water. The high quality interior finishes include stone and Brazilian Cherry flooring, custom millwork in the living room flanking the fireplace and the kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops and tiled bathrooms. The main floor master suite's bedroom has its own waterside screened porch, a spacious bath with freestanding tub, tiled shower, custom free standing lavatory millwork and two large walk-in closets. At the top of the stairs, the waterside den with wet bar is located between the two en-suite bedrooms with waterside balconies for panoramic water views. The second floor also includes another waterside bedroom with balcony access a front bedroom that could be an office or study area and a huge game/media room above the three-car garage with dormer windows on both sides for daylight and a half bath. This private property has an expansive backyard space with adequate space to build a pool. Landscaped rear yard leads to private dock with lift . Listing Courtesy of Bright MLS