5605 JEFFERSON BOULEVARD, Frederick, MD 21703

Tucked high among the wooded ridgelines of Braddock Heights, this distinctive lodge-inspired home offers a rare combination of architectural character, privacy, and convenience just minutes from downtown Frederick. Established, elevated, and quietly tucked into a mature landscape setting, the property feels more like a private retreat than a typical suburban home. Designed in the early 1970s with dramatic exposed timber beams, soaring cathedral ceilings, and expansive walls of glass, the home has been thoughtfully refreshed over time while preserving the warmth and authenticity of its original design. A large wraparound deck extends the living space outdoors, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, evening gatherings, or simply enjoying the surrounding woodland views. The heart of the home is a stunning sunken great room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, a wet bar, ceramic tile flooring, and an extraordinary beam-framed cathedral ceiling that creates an immediate sense of openness and character. Throughout the home, unique architectural details and carefully preserved original elements provide a level of craftsmanship and personality that is increasingly difficult to find. The kitchen has been carefully rejuvenated with updated appliances, fixtures, and extensive storage while remaining true to the home’s architectural style. Bright and welcoming, it enjoys walls of windows overlooking the backyard and offers direct access to two adjoining dining spaces. A striking three-sided brick fireplace with copper detailing serves as the centerpiece of the informal dining area while adding warmth and ambiance throughout the main living spaces. The main level includes three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite featuring a large sleeping area, an oversized dressing room, and a private bath with vanity. Vaulted ceilings, distinctive windows, and thoughtful architectural touches continue throughout the bedroom wing, creating a cohesive and inviting atmosphere. The finished lower level offers exceptional flexibility with two additional bedrooms, a large family room, generous laundry and utility areas, abundant storage, and direct access to the oversized two-car garage. An additional workshop or storage bay provides valuable space for hobbies, projects, outdoor equipment, or seasonal storage. Outside, the three-quarter-acre property blends mature native trees with established landscaping to create a setting that feels peaceful, private, and naturally integrated into its surroundings. Whether entertaining friends, working from home, commuting to Washington, or simply seeking a home with warmth and character, this property offers a lifestyle that is increasingly hard to find. Conveniently located near downtown Frederick, commuter routes including US-15, US-340, I-70, I-270, MARC rail service, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Existing fenced in-ground pool currently inactive and conveys as-is. The pool structure, cover, fencing, and equipment are present, offering future owners the opportunity to restore, redesign, or repurpose the space according to their vision. This is not a cookie-cutter home. It is a thoughtfully preserved architectural property with warmth, scale, flexibility, and personality. For buyers who appreciate distinctive design. natural surroundings, and the rewards of owning a home with true character, 5605 Jefferson offers a lifestyle the is increasingly difficult to find.