Colonial

This Southern style cape exudes timeless elegance. From the welcoming gas lanterns to the covered terrace overlooking a lush landscape and pool, each space is designed for gracious living and entertaining. Enjoy the charm and warmth of this mint condition house with 5700 sf of living on three levels with a side load garage and circular drive on a quiet cul-de-sac with plenty of parking. A mahogany gate in an ivy-covered brick wall leads to the fully fenced backyard lovingly landscaped over 25 years with flowers and plantings. Inside, meticulous renovations highlight rich millwork and upgraded details throughout the main level with a floor plan to accommodate any life style and great flow inside to outside. The custom entry with leaded glass sidelights and transom lead to a marble foyer and gleaming hardwood floors through the main and upper levels. Off the foyer a bookshelf-lined study, including lighted mahogany display cases, leads to the main level master owners suite with two walk-in closets and a luxury marble bath with oversized shower and bathtub. The spacious dining room features two chandeliers and built-in lighted china cabinets, with a gas fireplace and large bay window. Take a few steps into the sitting room for cocktails or coffee with your guests. The sumptuous family room has a handsome stone fireplace surrounded by custom built-ins with sconces and accent lighting, and French doors lead to the covered, open air terrace. There is a bar with a beverage refrigerator and separate icemaker. The sun drenched custom designed kitchen features inset cabinetry with mirrored doors, and honed white marble countertops. Top of the line stainless steel appliances include Wolf, Bosch and Liebherr, and the long center island is topped with walnut. The breakfast nook showcases a built-in double china cabinet and a large box window offering beautiful backyard views. Wainscoting lines the hallway from the kitchen leading to a powder room, mudroom desk, and the laundry room with two extra refrigerator/freezers and custom cabinetry. The garage also features extra cabinetry plus two cabinets to hide garbage cans, and a utility sink. The upper level boasts an extra wide hall and four bedrooms, one en suite. Upper level storage includes two linen closets and two large attics. The airy walkout lower level includes an expansive recreation room with a full wall of custom wood built-ins and a corner stone fireplace and French doors to the patio and pool area. In addition, there is a bedroom and full updated bath with shower, a wet bar and huge storage room with door to the backyard and covered patio. The thoughtfully designed outdoor areas offer all sorts of options for large formal soirees or small intimate gatherings. Stone steps lead to gardening areas and a new garden shed. Enjoy the privacy and tranquility of living off a cul de sac just 12 minutes to the White House. Hiking and biking trails, parks, playgrounds and swims clubs are walking distance or minutes away.