Just south of Old Town, Alexandria stands a community of homes where winding hill streets are shaded by huge trees, lots are oddly shaped because of their hillside perches and custom built homes erected between the 1920’s and 1940’s represent every architectural style. Large three-story Georgians occupy lots adjacent to modest Cape Cods, Colonials and Tudors with walking paths throughout the community to maintain the closely connected neighborhood. On either side of the quiet streets are perfectly manicured lawns leading up to elegant homes. Sited on a corner with a commanding view is this stately fieldstone home where steps lined with liriope lead to the entry door flanked by coach lanterns and adorned by reeded pilasters and a traditional broken pediment. Shuttered windows augment the dignified façade which is framed by boxwood, burford holly, azalea and ivy as well as a gracious lawn. The entry hall with dentil crown moulding, shoe moulding and chair rail opens through delicate arches with keyblocks to both the dining room and the living room while reaching to the rear of the house. Gleaming wood floors grace the sun-drenched main level rooms; detailed woodwork and raised panels beneath the chair rail embellish the two formal rooms; and fireplaces warm both the family room and living room. French doors connect the formal living room to the inviting family room and another glass door opens to the year round porch which is surrounded by large windows embracing the exquisite landscaping and has its own heating and air conditioning system. An elongated galley kitchen terminating in an octagonal breakfast nook provides generous granite counter space and up-to-date appliances including a Sub-zero refrigerator, double wall ovens, Asko dishwasher, gas cook-top and an under counter icemaker. The family room is lined by bookshelves with cupboards below and includes a bar with brass sink set in a half moon alcove. Conveniently located and completing this level are a generou
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