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Alexandria Area Townhome

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418 Duke Street Alexandria, VA 22314

5 Bed
5 Baths
3902 sqft
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This iconic celebrated townhouse, circa 1852, is a historic gem that exemplifies quality and elegance. Original floors, high ceiling, huge windows, four fireplaces, two staircases, 4/5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, family room, office and wet bar, all awash in natural light. You'll enter through the vestibule and handsome original front door, into the main long hallway. Large scale entertaining and family gatherings will be hosted in the spectacular living room with 11' 8 high ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, a Czechoslovakian crystal chandelier and built-in bookshelves on the south wall. Main hallway extends toward the dining room with another beautiful crystal chandelier, a gas fireplace with custom brass/glass screen and windows on both sides of the room. The side entrance to the house features statuary marble floors in the foyer which lead to a cozy office and half bath. The bright kitchen with hand painted tiles offers multiple windows, much storage and counter preparation, a large table space plus a door to the patio for al fresco dining. The staircase to the second floor is grand as is the divine master suite with a fireplace, original floors, custom millwork, tall windows and original wide doors. A separate dressing room offers multiple closets, tall shelves for hat boxes and other cabinets for folded items. Every inch of the gorgeous master bath is clad in marble, a custom cabinet for incidentals and a large marble shower with seamless glass door. Windows line the hallway leading from one room to another. The center room is a bedroom, library or TV room, offering a gas fireplace, windows on two sides, storage closet and great old floors. Another renovated bath adjoins the center room. A back bedroom with windows on 3 sides is sizeable with closets and open shelves. Two guest rooms and a full bath are found on the top floor, also with many windows. The reading nook on the top floor landing is a perfect place to finish that last chapter of your book. The expansive lower level is a wonderful casual area for family gathering or an ideal workspace featuring handsome moldings, full bath, and custom built-ins plus two desks. There is additional ample storage in the lower level including many closets and access to the pergola covered breezeway leading to the lovely patio. This distinguished residence in the southeast quadrant is within walking distance to everything Old Town has to offer.
Listing Courtesy of BRIGHT IDX / Mcenearney Associates, Inc.
$2,300,000
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Alexandria Area Residential Home

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921 Vicar Lane Alexandria, VA 22302

5 Bed
5 Baths
4779 sqft
Located on one of Alexandria's most sought-after streets, this classic clapboard New England colonial is perfect for gracious entertaining and comfortable family living.Among the many special features of this fabulous home are 9 1/2 foot ceilings on the main level, detailed moldings, heart pine floors and a huge kitchen/great room with vaulted ceiling & gas fireplace.A gorgeous keystone archway leads into the formal living room lined with built-in bookshelves with cabinetry below plus gas fireplace. The formal dining room with French doors opens onto a year-round sunroom with brick floor, Anderson windows and two ceiling fans.The wonderful walnut library lined with bookshelves is the perfect quiet retreat or home office. A first floor bedroom and full bath complete the main level.Four additional bedrooms and three full baths are offered on the upper two levels. Three window seats & three dormers with lovely Palladian windows highlight the third floor bedroom.Easy parking in the oversized two car garage plus spacious driveway with handsome pavers. Don't miss the delightful toy room or train room above the garage! Take the staircase from the garage and you will find a hand-painted treehouse mural, two arched windows, two spacious cedar closets, attic fan and loads of storage!Owners were the recipients of the City of Alexandria Beautification Award in 2012.Lovely landscaping including hydrangea, azaleas, hosta, roses, rhododendra, laurel, crepe myrtle, holly plus towering oaks and pines.This truly outstanding home is perfect for the most discriminating purchaser desiring exceptional charm, detail and unsurpassed convenience!
Listing Courtesy of BRIGHT IDX / Coldwell Banker Realty / Donnan C. Wintermute