Open House Sat & Sun 1-3! Significant price improvement on this alluring and unique center hall Colonial built in 1925, and completely renovated in 2004. This move-in ready home with a resort-like feel, is a hidden gem nestled in the Brockwood section of Bluemont; an extraordinary property that blends historic charm and modern interior updates within 10” thick, hand-cut granite exterior and interior walls. This stunning 5 BRs (or 4 BR + Den) and 3.5 BAs house adds modern conveniences, while skillfully preserving its old-world glamour. Period details include high ceilings, thick crown and baseboard molding, chair rails, deep sill windows, wooden interior plantation shutters, and 2 original stone wood-burning fireplaces that evoke the home’s historical 1920s roots and exceptional craftsmanship. This one-of-a-kind home also offers plenty of exterior living, dining, and entertaining space, including the inviting screened-in porch with stone and stucco walls, which leads to the fully fenced, lush, landscaped meandering cobblestone path gardens professionally illuminated at night.
The large gourmet kitchen includes tons of granite counter space for cooking and top-of-the-line Wolf, Sub-Zero, Viking, and Bosch stainless steel appliances, to-the-ceiling cherry cabinetry, and double pantry space—ideal for cooking, entertaining, and flowing seamlessly into the large family room and dining space. Climb the wide center hall stairs to the second floor, which offers 3 BRs (or 2 + Study/Den), a generous laundry room, and an owner’s suite, including a private retreat with a spacious walk-in closet bathed in natural light. Delight in the luxurious en suite bath Kohler SOK Effervescence tub and separate stall shower with Italian travertine stone and new Grohe shower system. The third floor with brand new plush carpet offers two large bedrooms with charming deep dormer arched windows, a full bath, and a shared lounge and bar space eliciting a private, cozy loft vibe with breathtaking, light-filled, tree-top views. The wine enthusiast will love the lower-level custom-built wine cellar with space for approximately 750 bottles.
With its European-inspired architecture and quality craftsmanship from a bygone era, this home is ideal for the buyer who appreciates timeless elegance and current comforts. Tons of system upgrades such as a new gas instantaneous hot water heater, 300+ amp electrical, and HVAC, (2020). Centrally located, this home is walking and biking distance to Custis and W&OD Trails, Bon Air Park Garden with tennis courts, rose garden, and playing fields, Bluemont Park, grocery stores, Ballston Metro, Rt 66, and Rt. 50.