French, Traditional

Newly Listed, exceptional luxury estate in the prestigious Kenwood neighborhood. Sited on an elevated private lot, and providing over 11,000 finished square feet across four levels, this custom-built residence provides the elegance and scale of a European manor. Designed by renowned architect Glenn Fong, the home seamlessly blends grandeur with inviting warmth. Interiors led by Galiani Design Group. Boasting 7 bedrooms and 7.5 baths, construction standards are commercial-grade with exquisite materials that will satisfy the most discerning buyer. The exterior features painted brick and stone, a natural slate roof, and oversized copper gutters and downspouts. Inside, you'll find luxurious flooring of limestone, slate, and custom-cut hardwoods, complemented by stunning curved stairways with hand-forged iron balustrades. With ceiling heights exceeding 10 feet, the home is adorned with extensive trim, built-ins, and ceiling details, including barrel and coffered ceilings and intricate plasterwork. Upon arrival, a gated circular drive makes a grand statement. The main level is designed for sophisticated entertaining, featuring a spacious, double-volume entry hall, formal living and dining rooms, a glass conservatory, and both formal and informal powder rooms. An elevator shaft is also in place for added convenience. The family room, adorned with Tuscan beams and custom 12" plank hardwood flooring, features a wood-burning fireplace and French doors leading to an expansive kitchen. The chef's kitchen is equipped with Clive Christian cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and leathered slate counters. Adjacent to the kitchen are a light-filled curved breakfast area, rear staircase, pantry, and main level office. The outdoor space is a haven, featuring a newly installed travertine terrace with a pool, spa, and fire pit, all enclosed by mature plantings and stone walls. The upper level includes a luxurious primary suite and three additional en suite bedrooms. The primary suite offers a private balcony, a sitting room with a wet bar rough-in, spacious walk-in closets, and a spa-like bath complete with dual sinks, water closets, and a jetted tub. The top level has been spectacularly transformed into a penthouse suite, with its own living and dining spaces, a wet bar, separate HVAC, and a bedroom with an en suite bath and oversized walk-in closet, making it ideal for older children, extended family, or guests. The lower level features two additional bedroom suites, a gym, a second kitchen, a massive overflow walk-in closet (with flexibility to serve as a home theater space), cedar storage, and access to an attached two-car garage. An additional attached garage space is located at the end of the private drive. With an unbeatable location providing easy access to the vibrancy of downtown Bethesda, the Capital Crescent Trail, Kenwood Country Club, excellent public and private school options and all of Washington, DC's attractions, this exceptional home is now available at a price below the assessed value. Discover the ultimate in luxury living.