Description

This elegant 1905 residence is ideally sited on a prominent corner lot in the highly coveted Cleveland Park neighborhood. Meticulously updated and expanded across four spacious levels, the home blends timeless architectural character with refined modern living. A gracious and inviting foyer, accented by elegant wall paneling and crown molding, introduces the sophisticated main level. Original hardwood floors and sliding pocket doors provide historic detail, while the living room showcases a beautifully crafted fireplace, intricate ceiling trim, custom built-ins, and doors leading to a charming screen porch offering lovely garden views. Expansive windows throughout fill the interiors with abundant natural light, enhancing the sense of warmth and space. The chef’s kitchen is well-appointed with a large center island, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, double sinks and wall ovens, and ample custom cabinetry. The kitchen opens to the family and breakfast room, which features a soaring cathedral ceiling, fireplace, oversized windows, and French doors to the exterior gardens. The formal dining room exudes sophistication with another fireplace, elaborate millwork, and crown moldings. An adjoining study or music room transitions to a main-level recreation room with a wall of windows overlooking the mature gardens. There is also the added convenience of a mud room with ample storage and large coat closet on this floor. Upstairs, the large primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a generous custom walk-in closet, extensive built-ins, and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities and a frameless glass shower. This level also includes a spacious bedroom with a fireplace, a full hall bathroom, an office, and a laundry room. The third level features three additional well-appointed bedrooms with ample closet space, built-in shelving, and a large hall bathroom. There is an additional office on this floor as well. The expansive lower level includes a large recreation room, a sixth bedroom with full bathroom, dedicated storage rooms, cubbies / mudroom shelving, and French doors opening to the verdant yard. Surrounding the home are lush professionally landscaped gardens, a stone path encircling the residence, a spacious deck off the kitchen ideal for outdoor entertaining, and a granite stone driveway leading to a detached garage. This exceptional property is ideally located within walking distance to sought after schools, including Hearst Elementary, Sidwell Friends, Beauvoir, St. Albans, and National Cathedral School. It also offers easy access to the Metro, Cathedral Commons, neighborhood shops and dining, and the newly renovated Hearst Park, which features a pool, tennis courts, sports fields, and a playground. Seamlessly combining location, historic character, and luxury, this is a rare offering in one of Washington’s most desirable communities.