Among my favorite coffee shops in Howard County is the Old Mill Cafe in historic Ellicott City. It's located just across the bridge from Main Street with its charming boutiques, and at the beginning (or end) of the Number 9 Trolley Trail, a 1.25-mile scenic boardwalk and paved trail. Parking is available out front or around the corner in parking lot A on Oella Avenue. Their interior is cozy and the patio is just a great spot to enjoy brunch and one of their artisanal lattes. Dogs are welcome on the patio! My new favorite is the Lavender Vanilla Latte. It is so good! Old Mill uses sustainably sourced and locally roasted Orinoco beans, and they offer quite a selection of pastries, homemade crepes and sandwiches, desserts, quiches, and soups. You can also pick up a jar of local honey while... 04/26/2024

#4 Best City to Live in Maryland - Ellicott CityIn keeping with a theme, The World Atlas published a list of the 7 best cities to live in Maryland last week. The number 4 city is Ellicott City. Ellicott City is the largest unincorporated county seat in the country.Ellicott City was founded in 1772 and is located along the Patapsco River. Ellicott City is known for its historic architecture and old-town feel along its historic main street which is lined with unique shops, cafes, pubs, and restaurants.And, for the history buffs, the Ellicott City Station, the oldest surviving railroad depot in America, is now a museum dedicated to the city's role in the Industrial Revolution. The Ellicott City Firehouse Museum explores the challenges of fighting fires in the late 19th and early 20th centu... 03/29/2024

Last night, my daughter and I went to Old Ellicott City to browse its boutiques and marvel at the beautiful window displays, all decked out in Christmas. It was the perfect place to kick off this Holiday weekend. Ellicott City's Main Street is a favorite of mine, it's just a 15-minute drive from my house, and I am a frequent visitor. It's a great place to shop for unique gifts, meet up with friends and clients, or attend any of their special events throughout the year (Girl's Night Out, Midnight Madness, the Ellicott City music festival, Wizarding weekend... to name a few). It's always a special place to visit, but particularly at Christmas time. This time of the year just adds magic to the old historic buildings... the only thing missing is snow!  Merry Christmas!   12/23/2023

I stopped by The Pink Cabbage in Ellicott City, MD for their Holiday open house this past weekend. Such a beautiful store! I've been there many times over the years and have quite a few items throughout my house that I purchased at The Pink Cabbage, from pillows to candlesticks to picture frames. My dining table came from one of their summer funky flea markets. The Pink Cabbage is home in a 1940s colonial on Frederick Road and is a small collective of vendors specializing in shabby chic, antique, and repurposed home decor. There's always a treasure to be found! At this time of the year, every room is so beautifully decorated that you need to walk through at least twice to take it all in. If you are looking for a special gift or to add a little holiday magic to your home, stop by The Pin... 12/05/2023

Walking around historic Ellicott City, you'll surely pass by this brick home just off Main Street and next to the Manor Hill Tavern. Ca. 1842, this historic home is known as the Day-O'Neal-French house, named after its first three consecutive residents. John Day bought the land from George Ellicott - one of the three Ellicott brothers who settled the land in the area - for $250. A master stone mason, Day opted to build a brick home, although many of the properties on Ellicott's land were built with stone, brick was a cheaper resource. The Day-O'Neal-French House is a three-story, three-bay by two-bay federal-style structure with a rubble stone foundation, a gable roof with a brick fireplace on each end, a bit less than 1,500 square feet, and three bedrooms. It has a little courtyard out... 10/30/2023

7547 TALBOTS WOODS CT, Ellicott, Maryland Click Here to Get Directions $770000.004bed - 2.5bath - 3230 sqft lot Property Video | Photos | Maps & Local | Schools | Print Looking for a vibrant community, but with privacy and nature in abundance? Welcome home to this desirable dwelling at the end of a Cul-de-Sac that is flanked on 2 sides by Howard County conservation area. Less than 15 years old, this delicious home is sure to delight the pickiest of buyers. The impressive 2 story light-filled foyer will greet you. A spacious "eat-in" kitchen with 2 yr old Stainless Steel appliances flows into the family room with a toasty gas fireplace. From this space you can enjoy the outside on the large maintenance free deck. Perfect for dining al-fresco. A delightful surprise will be the fruit bushe... 04/20/2023

 3221 Birchmede DriveEllicott City 21042SOLD & SETTLED  Stately Ellicott City White Colonial on half acre lot backing to open easement meadow area with a stream in back. Check out the view from the bay window.The spacious patio off the sunken family room is perfect for watching the birds and enjoying the butterfly gardens. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and loads of builtins.Gleaming, newly refinished wood floors in the living room, dining room, and second floor, and fresh paint in many areas add to the beauty of this four-bedroom center-hall Colonial: updated roof, new air conditioner, new water heater, new sliding glass doors, and a side-loading two-car garage with many shelves and two work benches.The wide, newly rebuilt driveway has a parking pad for several cars. The yard has re... 03/09/2023

We found the perfect buyers and3221 Birchmede DriveEllicott City 21042is TOO LATE  We have found the right buyers for this stately Ellicott City White Colonial.The spacious patio off the sunken family room is perfect for watching the birds and enjoying the butterfly gardens. Gleaming, newly refinished wood floors in the living room, dining room, and second floor, and fresh paint in many areas add to the beauty of this four-bedroom center-hall Colonial: updated roof, new air conditioner, new water heater, new sliding glass doors, and a side-loading two-car garage with many shelves and two work benches. The yard has recently planted native oak, willow, serviceberry, and redbud trees. There is a net-enclosed 3 x 9 ft. vegetable garden and a blackberry and strawberry patch.Notice the greenh... 02/09/2023

 Open House Sunday2/5/232:30-3:303221 Birchmede DriveEllicott City 21042mls# MDHW2020410 Stately Ellicott City White Colonial on half acre lot backing to open easement meadow area with a stream in back. Check out the view from the bay window.The spacious patio off the sunken family room is perfect for watching the birds and enjoying the butterfly gardens. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and loads of builtins.Gleaming, newly refinished wood floors in the living room, dining room, and second floor, and fresh paint in many areas add to the beauty of this four-bedroom center-hall Colonial: updated roof, new air conditioner, new water heater, new sliding glass doors, and a side-loading two-car garage with many shelves and two work benches.The wide, newly rebuilt driveway has a parking pad ... 02/03/2023

3221 Birchmede DriveEllicott City 21042mls# MDHW2020410 Stately Ellicott City White Colonial on half acre lot backing to open easement meadow area with a stream in back. Check out the view from the bay window.The spacious patio off the sunken family room is perfect for watching the birds and enjoying the butterfly gardens. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and loads of builtins.Gleaming, newly refinished wood floors in the living room, dining room, and second floor, and fresh paint in many areas add to the beauty of this four-bedroom center-hall Colonial: updated roof, new air conditioner, new water heater, new sliding glass doors, and a side-loading two-car garage with many shelves and two work benches. The wide, newly rebuilt driveway has a parking pad for several cars. The yard has r... 12/30/2022

44th Annual Midnight Madness - Ellicott City Historic DistrictI love Historic Ellicott City.  It's had so many challenges with flooding and economic downturn but it's an amazing place to visit and to find some unique gifts for that special someone.On Friday, December 2, 2022, the Ellicott City Partnership and Visit Ellicott City is sponsoring the annual Midnight Madness starting at 5:30 pm until midnight.  There is a tree lighting ceremony at B & O Plaza starting at 5:30, Santa, his Elf, and the Grinch are rumored to be attending.  Live music happens all night long throughout the town with Mount Hebron High School Chamber Choir, Long Reach High School Madrigals, Catonsville High School Steel Band, and the Heart of Maryland Acapella Chorus, Work in Progress will be playing at the Wine Bi... 11/28/2022

3221 Birchmede DriveEllicott City 21042mls#MDHW2020410 Stately Ellicott City White Colonial on half acre lot backing to open easement meadow area with a stream in back. The spacious patio off the sunken family room is perfect for watching the birds and enjoying the butterfly gardens. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and loads of builtins. Gleaming, newly refinished wood floors in the living room, dining room, and second floor, and fresh paint in many areas add to the beauty of this four-bedroom center-hall colonial: updated roof, new air conditioner, new water heater, new sliding glass doors, and a side-loading two-car garage with many shelves and two work benches. The wide, newly rebuilt driveway has a parking pad for several cars. The yard has recently planted native oak, willow, ser... 11/02/2022

 ''Dear Birchmede Dr., We've lived with you for 23 years. Children grew up and several pet generations called you home during that time. We loved watching the birds out your bay window and the butterfly garden. The fireplace has been a great asset through past winters.  You happily accepted all the games when we gave you a facelift and added all the storage and a window seat in the family room. We love your backyard, especially the wonderful creek that is fun to explore from our yard. We love how close you were to essential shopping and how we used to ride bikes to Music and Arts for music lessons.  We loved working from home at the quirky Tudor bar in your basement. We love all the quiet places to hide with a book to read in peace.  We've loved sharing our lives with you and hope you t... 10/01/2022

This home could be your American Dream. Check out this white colonial with side loading garage on a lovely quiet street backing to acres of meadow land. And there is the Little Plum Tree stream in the back. Four bedroom 2 1/2 bath home with wonderful first-floor family room with wood burning fireplace, bay window and french door to the private patio. Magnificent butterfly and vegetable gardens. The magnolia trees make this home an oasis from your busy lifestyle. -Minutes to shopping at Chatham Mall, Long Gate Shopping Center, and The Enchanted Forest. -Sought after Howard County Schools.Stay tuned for photos and more details.For more info on this homePlease call Margaret Rome  08/30/2022

I am working with a mother and daughter who will be sharing a home. It will take a village to find this unique property, and we could use your help.Here is what we are looking for: It can be any style, in or around Baltimore, concentrating on Ellicott City in zip codes 21042 and 21163. However, for the right home, we are open to other areas., They want to purchase a large single-family home with plenty of trees, privacy, and space for a master gardener. Privacy from other houses, no fences, and a stream would be nice. One to two acres would be ideal or adjacent to open land that gives the same feeling of privacy. And a pool is a  must, indoor, outdoor, or the room to build one.A few more desires include a first-floor primary bedroom, bath, and a pet-friendly neighborhood. A couple of bo... 08/17/2022

Paint It, Ellicott CityFrom June 9 to June 12, 2022, juried artists take to the streets of Old Ellicott City to participate in the Plein Air event where artists line the streets of Historic Ellicott City with their easels to paint without the aid of photography and paint the picturesque mill town. The event culminates in an exhibit at the Howard County Center for the Arts located at 8510 High Ridge Rd, Ellicott City, MD on June 13 from 6 pm to 8 pm.  Both these events are free to the public.    06/08/2022

The Mascara Run in Old Ellicott City, MD - June 4, 2022Come on out to celebrate Pride Month and enjoy the fun and games.  Fun Run eating and drinking through 10 stations of local bars and restaurants in parking lot F in drag, jeans & t-shirts or whatever!!  Heels, makeup, and wigs will be provided.  Come to run or just cheer the runners on.  You can buy ticketsThe event takes place this afternoon, June 4, 2022, from 3 pm to 5 pm.There will be live music and beer.  You must be 21 or older, it takes place fully in Lot F, Old Ellicott City $25 entry fee with all proceeds going directly to HoCo Pride.Agents from the Ellicott City Coldwell Banker will be there to help with the sign-in and will have the prize wheel.    06/04/2022

I have a CASH HOME BUYER who wants to buy a Single Family Luxury Home in Ellicott City,Woodbine,Potomac or Clarksburg MD. 6+ bedrooms,5+ baths,gourmet kitchen,basement and an in-law suite. Must be built at least 2006. 10,000+ SQ FT with large back yard. No house close to the next door neighbor. Cash Buyer who is looking to spend UP to $1.9 Million Dollars. MY CASH BUYER CAN CLOSE VERY QUICK.Please call or text Lanre Folayan-Realtor with Keller Williams Select Realtors at 202-378-0283 if you have something or coming up that meets what I just described. Or send me an e-mail to DChomesforsale@gmail.com#ellicottcitymd #clarksburgmd #potomacmd #WoodbineMD #HouseforsaleinEllicottcitymd #HouseforsaleinClarksburgmd #HouseforsaleinPotomacmd #Houseforsaleinwoodbinemd 01/04/2022

There's no question, the best place for sushi in Howard County, MD is UMI Sushi right on Main Street in Ellicott City!I like to take my assistants out for a special dinner after (especially challenging but rewarding) transactions, and last week we stopped by UMI Sushi! We didn't make reservations, thinking we would arrive early enough on a weekday, but UMI was packed. There was immediate availability inside but if you go to UMI during the summer months, you have to sit outside and enjoy their lovely patio with views of the Tiber stream.  UMI's sushi is melt-in-your-mouth good, and super fresh (they gut and prepare the salmon themselves, every morning). Quality is consistent, I have never left UMI's feeling anything but happy, satisfied, and full (mixed with a bit of regret that the dinn... 07/27/2021

This week's charming home is a condo that used to be a classroom in historic Ellicott City - a home that I just helped my client buy. This is a story of a perfect match, things that are just meant to be, the law of attraction and the happiest of endings, or new beginnings. More about that another time though because today, it's all about the condo that used to be a classroom!The Greystone, also known as the Schoolhouse among the locals, dates back to the first half of the 19th century, and was built to house an academy for men. It later became Rock Hill College and then an Elementary and High School for Ellicott City. The stone building with its 18 inch thick walls sourced from the local quarry burned out twice. After the second time, the shell reigned eerily above Main Street for about... 06/13/2021