This charming rancher sits on a beautiful half acre lot with mature trees and a spacious yard in sought after Atholton Manor. Highlights of this home include gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level and a new HVAC system. The living room features a brick gas fireplace with a lovely wood mantle and a large bay window allowing for lots of natural light. A new large bay window in the dining room provides a gorgeous view of the backyard. The kitchen leads out to a side covered porch ideal for grilling or relaxing. Two spacious bedrooms, updated with fresh paint and modern shades, are located on the main level with one full bath. The large, bright basement offers a recreation area, the third bedroom (which can also be used as a home office), a full bath, a considerable sized laundry room with additional storage cabinets and a huge storage area. The walkup basement leads to a nice flat backyard. The location of this home is unbeatable! Only 1 block from Clemens Crossing, one of Columbia's highest ranked elementary schools and the Clemens Crossing community pool. Trails and sidewalks lead to the Village of Hickory Ridge shopping center with a grocery store, restaurants and shops. Only 4 minutes from Merriweather, The Columbia Mall, Howard County Community College, Howard County Hospital, Central Library, Whole Foods, Lake Kittamaqundi plus all the restaurants and shops offered near these locations. Only minutes from major highways like 29, 32 and 95. This home offers all the benefits of being in Columbia with no CPRA fee. View 360 Photo Tour