3502 Taylor St, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

This exceptional residence, in the heart of the Village of Martin’s Additions, invites you into a world of carefully curated details and enduring design, presenting a remarkable blend of renovation and expansion that seamlessly encapsulates the charm of a bygone era. The home boasts a timeless exterior with Hardie plank shingles, Weather Shield wood clad aluminum windows, and distinctive exposed rafter tails. The half-round gutters, historically accurate shutters with decorative oil rubbed bronze off-set hinges and shutter dogs, and a beautifully detailed front porch adorned with shingle clad columns, flagstone, a custom detailed railing, and a standing-seam metal roof, all contribute to its classic appeal. Off-street parking for one car and custom carriage doors with keyless entry provide easy access into the mudroom. Upon entering, a gracious foyer welcomes you with herringbone wood flooring. The stunning family room, flooded with southern light through floor-to-ceiling windows and a wall of sliding doors, opens to the rear yard. The completely custom kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring a quartersawn oak island with Belvedere quartzite and seating for three, painted perimeter cabinets, a custom hood enclosure, and paneled appliances with Taj Mahal quartzite. An accordion window connects the kitchen to the screened porch, offering additional bar seating and fantastic entertaining space. High-end appliances include a Fisher-Paykel 5-zone Induction Range and a 36” built-in Bosch custom panel French door refrigerator. An oversized pantry and a stunning wet-bar with glass-front cabinets and butcher-block top complete the kitchen. The main level also features a beautiful dining room with a custom high picture-rail and wallpaper detailing, a sunny home office with six windows, a powder bath, and two coat closets. The second level boasts a gorgeous primary suite with a volume ceiling, two ample walk-in closets, and a spectacular en-suite bathroom featuring a custom quartersawn oak vanity and an oversized marble walk-in shower for two. The second and third bedrooms are both flooded in light with two exposures and each has a large en-suite bathroom. A sunny laundry room and linen closet feature custom floor tile detailing. The third level has two additional bedrooms with sweeping tree-top views through diamond-grilled dormer windows. The front bedroom features a built-in desk and a hidden play nook behind a roll-out bookshelf with kid-perfect wallpaper. The fourth bathroom on this level features an arched herringbone tiled ceiling. Ample attic space provides for deep storage. On the lower level, an absolutely irresistible mudroom with easy access from the garage accommodates all your needs, from coats and shoes to pet accessories, sports equipment, packages, and mail. There is also a huge rec room with a built-in dry bar, a sixth bedroom with a full bathroom, and additional storage/utility rooms. The property features a one-car garage for convenient additional outdoor storage. For modern comfort, two brand new heat pumps and an electric hot water heater have been installed. The electrical system has been upgraded with a brand new 400amp breaker panel, providing ample space to add a car charger. Brand new wiring, outlets, switches, and plumbing ensure peace of mind. The basement is fully waterproofed and equipped with a battery back-up sump pump. All new flooring, insulation, drywall, trim, and finishes enhance the overall quality. The rear yard has been properly graded and swaled, featuring three yard drains and a driveway French drain. Enjoy the convenience of being just two blocks away from Shepard Park & Playground. Take an easy stroll to the prestigious Chevy Chase Club and explore all the restaurants and amenities of upper Connecticut Ave at Chevy Chase Circle. You're also just one short block away from La Ferme, the New Morning Farmer’s Market (every Saturday), Brookville Market, and Olympia Cafe.