12124 PALISADES DRIVE, DUNKIRK, MD 20754

$1,295,000

Welcome home! The sunrises are amazing and the sunsets are inspirational in this five bedroom, architect-designed, two-level colonial that sits nestled in privacy along Lyons Creek and the Patuxent River amid 5.8 acres of woodlands and waterfront. Includes a private pier/dock with a boat lift as well as community boat… Read More dock. Massive kitchen and living room with multiple attached porches and patios are perfect for entertaining. Three of the Five bedrooms (including the large downstairs owners' suite & 2 west-facing bedrooms upstairs), have open views of Lyons Creek and the Patuxent River. Check out the upper and lower verandahs perfect for contemplative morning coffee times or evening reading with a glass of award wining wine. House is much larger and still has second areas that could be turned into additional living space. The upstairs bedrooms each come with walk-in closets, private entries to the covered verandah, and a jack-and-jill bathroom. The third upstairs bedroom is east-facing and spacious with an extra large walk-in closet, and an even larger adjacent unfinished attic space that has many potential uses. The downstairs guest bedroom is east-facing and adjacent to a large, well-lit rec room with wood-burning stove and private entry. It also has direct access to a full-size bathroom with a jacuzzi tub. This guest bedroom can alternatively be used as a downstairs private office. The modern kitchen is well-equipped with spacious granite countertops, a 6-burner Viking gas stovetop, Wolf multi-function full-size oven, built-in CAFc9; Advantium microwave & convection oven, Kenmore dishwasher, abundant oak cabinetry and floors throughout, built-in kitchen desk, and a large refrigerator that blends seamlessly with the wooden cabinetry. The house is designed with gatherings in mind, and the open-plan, eat-in-kitchen, and adjacent living area share an awesome 2-sided fireplace (originally woodburning, converted to gas). The downstairs owners' suite includes a large bedroom, two walk-in closets, and an adjacent bathroom suite with heated stone tile floors, a soaking tub with waterfront views, a stone tile shower, individual his and her sinks, and a privacy closet with toilet and a separate sink. An additional 'hobby room' provides a 2nd refrigerator and additional cabinets and countertop spaces, as well as a built-in ironing board, for crafting and storage. This room adjoins the spacious laundry room next door which has additional storage cabinets. Beyond the laundry room, there is an additional climate-controlled storage room for cleaning and maintenance supplies. For vehicles and additional storage, there is a detached 3-car garage with an open upstairs loft space. The garage includes an attached fully-enclosed garden shed on one side, and an attached carport on the other. The Patuxent Palisades neighborhood is a highly desirable community. The neighborhood amenities include a shared park with pond, paved walking trail, play equipment, and tables and chairs for picnicking; a boat dock on the Patuxent River; and seasonal community activities. Experience and view the wonder of nature with bird-watching, boating, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, water-skiing, hiking, camping, and fishing available right in your backyard. This easy to maintain 5.8 acre lot offers plenty of room for exploring. The Chesapeake Bay is less than 15 miles to the east, and Washington DC is only 30 miles to the northwest. For the everyday necessities, Dunkirk Town Center, with three grocery stores and all the other services, is just minutes away . Schools are close by as well. Check out the community park. Community has a gated private dock access for larger boats. Call your Realtor and come see this unique and delightful property. Read Less

Courtesy of Brian T Duncan, Tyler Duncan Realty Partners, Inc. 301-831-8575

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 15, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

5,250

Year Built

1988

MLS Number

MDCA2025530

Additional Details

Property Access

Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Water Heater, Washer

Building

Built in 1988, Living area: 5250, Levels: 2, Construction Materials: Combination

Cooling

Central A/C

Accessibility Features

Level Entry - Main

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Patio(s), Porch(es), Balcony, Roof, Screened

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Double Sided

Floors

Wood, Tile/Brick, Solid Hardwood, Carpet

Foundation

Slab

Garage

3 spaces

Heating

Heat Pump(s)

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $600, Fee Frequency: Annually, Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Amenities: Boat Ramp, Jog/Walk Path, Pier/Dock

Interior Features

Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Wainscotting, Upgraded Countertops

Lot

Adjoins - Open Space, Fishing Available, Private, Rear Yard, Secluded, Stream/Creek

Parking

Circular Driveway, Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking

Property

Excellent, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Panoramic, River, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods, Water

Roof

Architectural Shingle

Sewer

Private Septic Tank

Taxes

Annual Amount: $7,548, Lot: 23, Year: 2023, Zoning: R

Utilities

Under Ground, Water Source: Well

Water Features

Water Body Name: Lyons Creek and Patuxent River, Private Dock Site, Boat/Launch Ramp - Private

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