Welcome home to 8985 Tawes Street in Howard County's prestigious Maple Lawn community! The highlight of this immaculate brick-front luxury NV townhome in the Hillside District is an amazing recreation room on the first level with wide-plank LVP flooring, sizable custom storage closets, and a dramatic 14' ceiling. A guest bedroom, which could also serve as an office, and a full bathroom are also found on the first level. French doors lead to the detached two-car garage. The formal living room, dining room, kitchen and family room areas are all found on the second level. Kitchen highlights include an eat-in breakfast nook, newer stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The family room is drenched in natural light and centers around a cozy gas fireplace. Ascend to the third level to find a sprawling primary suite with tray ceiling and two spacious walk-in closets. The primary bath offers a dual sink vanity, soaking tub and separate shower stall. Two additional secondary bedrooms with a shared bath and a laundry room complete the upper level. Conveniently located close to all major Baltimore/DC commuter routes, and with enviable amenities including a resort-style community pool, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, walking trails, state-of-the-art gym and more - you'll quickly see why Maple Lawn is an award-winning planned community unlike any other in the region.