Classic home sited on beautiful tree-lined lot
Sited on a tree-lined street on one of the most beautiful and largest lots (over 30,000 sq ft) in the North Chevy Chase community, this classic home presents an opportunity for 21st-century living within the framework of timeless architectural style. A herringbone-brick walkway and wrap-around porch with a beaded ceiling extend a warm welcome into the interior, where 10-foot ceilings and oversized millwork appoint the grand living spaces. The main-level spaces include a formal living room, a spacious dining room with a bay window overlooking the grounds, a powder room and a stunning chef's kitchen. Honoring the tradition of the home's original design, the dream kitchen is outfitted with furniture-style cabinetry with beaded glass fronts, windows with intricate iron detailing, a custom hood, crown molding and gorgeous quartz surfaces. The kitchen includes an island, a wine refrigerator, a built-in floor-to-ceiling hutch, and an 8-burner gas stove. So delightful, the adjoining casual dining space opens to and overlooks a deck and a breathtaking, deep level lawn framed by mature landscaping and gorgeous shady trees. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and present every option for expanding the home, if desired.A wide stairway leads to the upper level, where there are 3 bedrooms and a full, renovated bath. The primary bedroom is next to an original bedroom that has been converted into a custom owner's closet. Two additional bedrooms are both spacious and light-filled. The bath has been modernized with a separate shower, period-style chandeliers and a tub. Ascend the stairs to the attic level, where bench seating and built-ins craft a storybook style children's room with an adjoining space for play. In keeping with the home's style, a soaking tub sits under the window in the full bath. Finished with durable engineered hardwood flooring, the walk-out lower level offers a recreation room, a workshop, a full bath and a laundry room.Located on a quiet street that is moments to the North Chevy Chase Swim Club, North Chevy Chase Elementary School and the new Chevy Chase Lake retail development, this home has easy access to Kensington's shopping and dining, walking trails into Rock Creek Park, Bethesda and commuting corridors that ring the nation's capital. For the buyer seeking authentic craftsmanship with abundant state-of-the-art amenities with the option to further add their own custom design imprint, this is an unparalleled opportunity!