GLORIOUS, ELEGANT, IMPECCABLE! Classic brickwork w/keystones, quions and dentil molding form the backdrop for spectacular glass fan transom & sidelites framing a salmon door-the first impression, visually taller and wider, sets the tone for this home. Now, more than ever, we appreciate the importance of QUALITY, of serenity through each well-conceived AMENITY. Now, more than ever, we discern pleasure derived from each thoughtful DETAIL, and are soothed by a variety of options on one's own property or those conveniences so very close at hand. Located on one of Washington's orig five farms* and part of Historic Tauxemont, this property's benefits of LOCATION are: Only 2 blocks from Hollin Hall Shopping Cntr, the home is just off the GW bike path & Parkway, providing easy access to Old Town and points north to DC or south to Mt. Vernon. Grounds: Grey Pebble-Tec surfaced pool with cover and Polaris, is surrounded by decking and pergola w/a fire pit. Practical aspects: custom-designed shed w/ample storage, 2 cords cut hrdwd, a long 2-car wide driveway, and an asphalt parking area, sized for 2 add'l cars, a boat or extra sports area. Peruse the photos - captions may contain details which don't appear elsewhere in the listing. This stunning custom-built home in mint condition was beautifully finished by a well-respected local builder, thereafter meticulously maintained, aesthetically and mechanically. Elegantly neutral palette on all levels is accented by custom woodwork by an Old World Master Carpenter plus hardwd floors and imported tiles throughout. An expansive floor-plan draws you to the two-story great room with wood-burning fireplace flanked by sparkling windows. Indeed, the very spirit of this home flows in on brilliant natural light, admitted thru multiple tall and Palladian windows, showing off sweeping curves of the grand foyer and principle stairway. Den w/library shelving on two walls and a corner desk w/built-in workspace create the perfect in-home office. The well-designed kitchen features a gas stovetop w/downdraft conveniently located on the ample island complimented by built-in double ovens. Off the kitchen, no photograph, are the laundry room with sink and Whirlpool w/d on pedestals; walk-in pantry; coat closet; and access to the oversized garage with pulley-operated bike hangers and rear wall of built-in cabinets. The convenient back stairs take you from kitchen to upper level to luxuriate in MBR suite w/2 ample walk-in closets and bathroom w/ bidet. W/plantation shutters throughout, 3 add'l BR's and 2 full baths complete the upstairs. Descend to what surely can't be a basement! Welcomed by a 7' lighted display niche, proceed to in-home gym w/ interlocking rubber tile floor. After work-out, to the spa to relax your body, soothe your senses in an over-sized Jacuzzi and separate shower. The piece de resistance? The bar and wine storage area is a work of art! Remember the Old World Master Carpenter? See photos for full effect of wet bar featuring two mirror-backed 6' lighted bar shelves, ample storage, separate beer and wine fridges, and 7' island bar w/storage. A floor-to-ceiling wall of wine shelves and racks are designed around two backlit stained glass windows. Perfect for home theater or game rm, adjacent family rm features zero-emission gas FP below a lighted display niche. There's spacious under-stair storage, 170+-sq ft rm with built-in armoires/shelving, and 300+ sq ft utility rm. Mechanics include portable generator w/prewired emergency 6-circuit breaker panel, wired house security system, sump pump w/ battery back-up, dual zone HVAC system, high-end light fixtures & ceiling fans (3) throughout, in-ground 7-zone sprinkler system w/Rachio "smart" controller. It's easy to envision this as your forever home so don't delay! A separate list to be provided of the many items to convey & a descrip of the unique Tauxemont Community refernced above. Virtual Tour: https://tour.truplace.com/property/183/89181/