825 Ridge Drive

Mclean, Virginia 22101

Come enjoy the remarkable blend of charm, elegance and comfortable living inspired by this thoughtfully re-designed, reconfigured and renovated home in an exquisite idyllic private setting strategically created by a Virginia Master Gardner with native plantings and natural landscaping. This beautiful home offers a seamless transition from elegant formal spaces to more relaxed informal living areas providing the perfect venue for entertaining. A dramatic two story foyer with curved staircase welcomes you and is flanked by a spacious office with inviting fireplace on one side and a classic grand yet warm living room with floor to ceiling bay window on the opposite side. A center hall and curved wall guides one from the foyer to a magnificent sun-drenched family room which boast a raised hearth fireplace with floor to ceiling built-ins on either side, ample recessed lighting, 3 1/4" newly finished solid oak flooring and new thermal pane Marvin French doors with oversized side lites leading to an exquisite enchanting setting designated a wildlife sanctuary by The Virginia Audubon Society. A n expansive updated kitchen is designed for "cuisine connoisseurs" passionate about cooking and features stainless appliances including a 36" 5 burner gas oven range with additional Wok cooking feature. A built-in espresso bar addition includes a small sink and dedicated water line with filter system for you to connect your espresso machine for that perfect morning cup! A 6' granite breakfast bar, large bay window addition and French doors leading to a stunning screened porch addition frame the enormous eat-in area off the rear of the kitchen, ideal for casual dining. An elegant formal dining room features oversized windows, 3 1/4" solid oak flooring, 6" basebaord and crown & chair rail moldings. The mud room which leads to the side load garage from the kitchen has been expanded to provide additional pantry space and a laundry area with utility sink. The large primary bedroom suite completes the main level and provides a tranquil retreat featuring: French doors to the main level office / sitting room, three new double hung Marvin windows and a primary bath suite reminiscent of the finest luxury spa with radiant heat flooring, marble tiled steam shower with bench, marble tiled tub alcove, lavatory with bidet and a 5' comfort height double vanity with; marble top, Kohler undermount ceramic sinks and sink to ceiling mirror with custom built-in mirrored medicine cabinets each featuring multiple hidden outlets. An expanded walk-in closest (9X8) with an abundance of recessed lighting and ventilated shelves provides the perfect finishing touch to the primary suite. The second floor boast three very large secondary bedrooms with oversized closets and a beautifully updated secondary bath showcasing a 5' granite counter with Kohler ceramic undermount sink. The finished lower level provides a tremendous amount of additional open living area which affords a flexible use of space and variety of possibilities. This magnificent home is a bucolic oasis loaded with updates and custom upgrades including a massive 19X 15; screened porch addition with 14' cathedral ceiling, flagstone floor and access to a grand half moon flagstone patio and flagstone walkway to vegi garden and pergola. Additional upgrades include: solid 3 1/4" red oak flooring main and upper levels, 6" baseboard and other custom crafted moldings and built-ins throughout. Nearly all windows have been replaced with high end thermal pane Marvin double hung windows, new vinyl garage door, the driveway has been replaced and is flanked by stone walls with built-in lighting, new architectural shingle roof, new heavy steel front door with side lites and so much more!!! (See list of additional features, updates and upgrades)