"WOW - it's like being on vacation at home!" is how you can describe living and enjoying this stunning expanded midcentury modern raised rambler home in sought-after Dowden Terrace community, in west Alexandria. 4 Bedrooms, 2 full Bathrooms, a vaulted Great Room, 3-season Sunroom, a spacious Bonus Room, and stunning outdoor landscaped area in a park-like setting are just some of the outstanding features of this expanded midcentury rambler home that is ready for you! 2 fully finished levels with so many updates and upgrades! Freshly painted (2024) interior throughout and refinished (2024) original hardwood flooring on the main level makes this home decor fresh and crisp. Sitting in the stunning vaulted Great Room is like being in a tree house as you're surrounded by mature trees and abundant foliage and Skylights bring in cloud views and ample sunlight. Open-concept gourmet Kitchen is the heart of the home where you can enjoy meal-prep and hosting without missing a moment. KitchenAid Professional Grade appliances (2014) makes preparing and dishing up meals for 2 or many a snap! Cozy up to the counter or enjoy a meal at the Dining Room table - it's your choice! Escape into the 3-Season Sunroom porch to watch the snow fall while warming yourself by the propane-gas free-standing stove, or to relax and enjoy the views. 3 Bedrooms and 1 Full Bathroom on the main level means plenty of space for family and overnight guests. The Primary Bedroom is on the lower level with an attached Full Bathroom and large closets making this room your perfect end of the day “getaway” retreat. The “vacation vibe” continues into the lower level: a cozy Rec Room with gas-burning fireplace insert and looks out to the stunning landscaped side yard oasis, or enjoy your “zen” space or workout area in the expansive step-down Bonus Room that is surrounded by the lush environment outside. The Bonus Room also has a gas connection outlet to allow you to add a free-standing gas fireplace. Built-in Laundry with upgraded Whirlpool washer and dryer and deep sink includes plenty of cabinet space. A finished Den with pine paneling just beacons you to use this space as an office or library or puzzle room! Perfect! Extending the “vacation vibe” outside to the incredible hardscaped side yard with bar area, covered patio and pergola-style platform deck just waiting for you! An added outdoor feature is a professional grade dog house and fenced area perfect for Fido and friends to have outdoor time! The fenced area is a dog kennel area. Previous owner had a doggie daycare business. This home is nestled in the Dowden Terrace neighborhood in West Alexandria/Bailey's Crossroads area, which features many of NoVa's best highly-rated ethnic food restaurants and eateries, many parks including Holmes Run Park, Dora Kelley Nature Preserve, and the Winkler Preserve just to name a few. Dowden Terrace membership pool is just 3 blocks away within the neighborhood. You're also minutes from several area public and private K-12 schools and NOVA-Alexandria college campus, and cultural venues like the Schlesinger Center home to the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, and the historic Fort Ward park. Finally this location can't be beat! This home is located approx 6 miles from Old Town Alexandria waterfront, approx 10 miles from downtown DC or Tysons Corner, approx 15 miles to National Harbor and Ft. Belvoir, and approx 60 minutes drive to Virginia wine country out west. No HOA; Fairfax County schools and services.
Photos are placeholders; professional photos, 2D floor plans and 3D Matterport video tour to be added soon. It's all here - make this home yours in time to enjoy the summer season and “vacation” at home!