Impressive abodes on the local market

1015 Basil Road, McLean, VA. Asking Price: $10,995,000

Eaglecrest
1015 Basil Road, McLean, VA 22101

Listing Agents: William F. X. Moody & Robert Hryniewicki Washington Fine Properties, LLC

Eaglecrest is graciously situated on approximately 2.4 professionally landscaped and completely gated acres, located only   moments from the Chain Bridge. The main house features 14,000 square feet of sun-filled principal rooms including a dramatic two-story entry with sweeping staircase, banquet sized dining room, formal living room, music room and library. The upper level is made up of a master suite, three large guest suites, office, and sitting room, while the lower level exhibits a customized home theater, guest suite, and gym. The property includes an indoor recreation pavilion with a regulation sized tennis court and family room viewing area. This space can also be turned into a venue for dinner parties for up to 250 guests. A three bedroom guesthouse is also found on the property with kitchen, family room and two baths. Outside, the extensive landscaping includes expansive lawns and plants, hardscaped terraces off the main and lower levels, and a large swimming pool.

4840 Glenbrook Road NW. Asking Price: $1,750,000

Spring Valley Colonial
4840 Glenbrook Road NW, Washington, DC 20016

Listing Agent: Sarah Howard, Long and Foster/Christie’s Great Estate

This light-filled Colonial in the heart of Spring Valley has six bedrooms, four full baths, and one half bath. The well- proportioned living room is ideal for entertaining and has a wood burning fireplace and balcony. The ebony-floored dining room seats 12 persons comfortably. A conservatory with cathedral ceilings features windows on three sides, and the sleek, modern, and spacious kitchen has a large center island. The master bedroom has numerous windows and a wood burning fireplace, while the master bathroom is luxurious with a large customized walk-in closet. A separate “in-law” suite with separate entrance includes its own kitchen and bathroom. The lower level also includes a large, bright recreation room, while outside there is an attached garage and large deck which leads to a garden screened in by bamboo.

2411 California Street NW. Asking Price: $6,500,000

Listing Agent: Michelle Galler, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Kalorama Elegance
2411 California Street nw, Washington, DC 20008
This renovated home located on a prime lot in the heart of Kalorama provides modern convenience within period architecture. It features refined and elegant finishes including plaster molding and woodwork. This rare property blends the charming and warm intimacy of a family home with the stately elegance of an ambassadorial residence. Attention to comfort and luxury abound throughout large, light-filled, and well-proportioned rooms featuring five fireplaces, numerous windows, heated floors, state-of-the-art heating and AC systems, plus a state-of-the-art kitchen with high-end appliances. There are several wet bars, a media room, nanny’s quarters, second catering kitchen, walk-in closets, and plenty of storage throughout. Outside, a spacious limestone patio and heated pool with a fountain provide space for relaxation, while a two-car garage with two driveways can fit up to 10 cars.

These recently renovated residences are true Washington properties.

2414 Tracy Place NW. Asking Price:$7,995,000.

Kalorama Heights
2414 Tracy Place NW, Washington, DC  20008

Listing Agent: William F.X. Moody & Robert Hryniewicki. Washington Fine Properties, LLC.

Classic tradition takes a cosmopolitan and modern twist in this gracious 1924 Kalorama home. The residence has been painstakingly reconstructed over the past year with the addition of a two-story, seamlessly attached wing. The renovation blends original detailing with exquisite finishes and state-of-the-art amenities. The main level floor plan features a polished marble entry foyer, and gracious principal rooms designed for grand entertaining, including a library, dining room, gourmet kitchen, and living room (which is lined with French doors leading to a terrace). The landscaped rear garden overlooking the neighboring properties is a sanctuary for private outdoor relaxation. The garden’s extensive terraced areas are adjacent to a 40-foot heated pool with built-in spa.

2216 Massachusetts Avenue NW. Asking Price: $2,999,000.

Sophisticated KALORAMA Townhouse
2216 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008

Listing Agents: Nichole Norton. Ellen Burdette. TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.

This sophisticated and stunningly renovated townhouse features a dramatic living room with high ceilings, a massive fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows with French doors leading to a deck and garden. The gourmet kitchen boasts custom cabinets, granite counter tops, professional appliances, and a leaded glass window seat. A spacious master bedroom includes a fireplace, generous closets, and a luxurious marble bath with Waterworks double sinks, tub, and shower. The library on the same level has an en suite full bath as does the spacious, sun-filled bedroom on the third floor. The bright and open lower level can be utilized as additional living space or a suite with a den, bedroom, and two baths. As a bonus, this townhouse is set back from the street with a deep rear garden and three car parking.

A Kalorama classic and an American gem in Charlottesville.

ALBERMARLE HOUSE, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
Albermarle House’s neighbors include some of Virginia’s most important estates, including Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and James Monroe’s Ash Lawn Highland. Built in the neo-Georgian style, the residence is a stunning example of an English country estate sitting on over 300 acres. Conceived by philanthropist and wine maker Patricia Kluge and world-renowned architect and designer David Easton, it was built by accomplished artisans and craftsmen whose vision became the inspiration for the next generation of manor-style houses. The offering includes the 45-room main house, a pool house and pavilion, a log cabin, several staff cottages and garages, a thatched roof greenhouse, and a tournament-level croquet lawn.

Asking price: $100,000,000

Listing Agents: Michael Rankin, 202-271-3344 (TTR Sotheby’s International Realty)

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