5
Beds
4 full, 2 half
Baths
4,600
Sqft
10,018
Sqft lot
0.23
Acre lot
Status:
Active
Property Type:
Single Family Residential
Year Built:
1905
Neighborhood:
Somerset Heights
Days on Website:
78
A modern Victorian beauty on a legendary street in one of Chevy Chase's most sought after neighborhoods. One of the original historic homes in the Town of Somerset, this distinctive residence has been lovingly renovated and expanded with extraordinary contemporary flair. There are high ceilings, walls of windows, four fireplaces, custom built-ins and a sensational kitchen and family room. Prepare to be wowed as you enter this exquisite residence from its welcoming wrap around porch. The charming foyer with fireplace greets you and opens to both the elegant sun-drenched living room with its arched nook and the formal dining room with bucolic views. The custom gourmet kitchen is a showstopper! A chef's dream, it boasts abundant cabinets, a large island, quartz counters, a Miele appliance suite, and wine refrigerator. The kitchen flows seamlessly to the open family room with a gas fireplace and a breakfast room with floor to ceiling windows. The family room and dining room open onto the spacious deck and backyard creating the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living. Imagine hosting small gatherings or large parties in this exceptional setting. The main level is complete with two coat closets and a powder room. On the second level, there are four bedrooms (two en-suites) and three full baths. The luxurious primary bedroom suite boasts vaulted ceilings, a renovated farmhouse style bath, two walk-in closets and a private balcony with tree top views. The versatile upper level offers the perfect retreat with a fifth bedroom, office with built-ins, play nook, and full bath . The lower level features a rec room, laundry room, powder room, and plenty of additional storage space The home's superb location is close to all the amenities the Town of Somerset has to offer - a community swimming pool, Dolphins swim team, tennis courts, a batting cage, and basketball hoops. The Fourth of July picnic and parade, parties and dinners at the pool, and trick or treating on Halloween are popular Town traditions. In close proximity are the shops and restaurants of Friendship Heights and Bethesda, Metro, Norwood Park, and the jogging and biking trails of the Capital Crescent Trail. This home is truly a treasure.