$3,450,000

At the top of a long private drive off Glen Road is an elegant, gated estate conceived by master builder Brendan O'Neill. Sited on a 2.5 acre parcel with mature trees and specimen plantings, this home enjoys the tranquility and privacy of Potomac living. All within a convenient drive from Potomac Village, as well as the many attractions of Washington DC. Approached by a circular drive, the traditional stone and brick facade introduces this graciously proportioned, light-filled 8 Bedroom home with additional carriage house and 3 car garage. The interior combines traditional elements - extensive custom millwork, 9 foot+ ceilings, five wood burning fireplaces, hardwood flooring - with newly renovated kitchen and baths and updated windows. A richly paneled Library on the main level, along with a sensational vaulted ceiling great room and cheery sun room augment formal living and dining rooms and an oversized gourmet kitchen. Six bedrooms between two upper levels plus a lovely lower level guest suite with walk out on grade. The fully finished lower level also includes a hip recreation space with bar, full theater room and additional full bath. A separate carriage house provides expansive conference/office and exercise spaces, additional bed and full baths as well as extensive storage. The rear garden - accessed by multiple French doors from the Great Room and kitchen - includes a large entertaining terrace, stone paths, and gorgeous free form pool with pool house. Located just minutes from Potomac Village and with easy access to some of the nation's very best public and independent schools, as well as commuter routes and three major airports, this special home awaits its privileged next owner.