This
property is situated on a private road that winds through the desirable English
Chase neighborhood, minutes from 66 and close to Middleburg, Marshall and The
Plains. Dog woods, sycamores, a
park-like front yard and an expansive back yard fenced for dogs, two koi ponds each
with a waterfall, deciduous woods with nature trails and a stream, these are
just a few of the features that contribute to the peace and elegance of the
setting for this home.
Completed
in 2004, with 7,000 square feet of living space, the structure makes the most
of its bucolic setting. Large, south facing windows in all the main living
spaces provide significant passive solar heat in the winter, plenty of natural
light year round and up close views that bring the outdoors in.
Off
a circular drive, the main entrance opens to a welcoming hallway. The dining
room, with a large window that looks out on the front koi pond is to your right.
The main living room with cathedral
ceilings, tall windows, a gas fireplace and a wet bar is straight ahead. Wide,
arched doorways allow for an easy flow-through while maintaining the grace and
formality of separate rooms.
The
gourmet kitchen has glass-fronted cabinets, granite counter-tops, an eat-at
counter, a breakfast area with windows on three sides and a large island. Stainless steel appliances complete the
sophisticated functionality.
Off
the kitchen, a wide hallway lined with built-in book shelves leads to the great
room. Down four steps and open to the roof, crossed with log beams and anchored
by a massive, stone, wood-burning fireplace, the great room can go from cozy to
grand with some simple rearrangement of the furniture. Ideal for large
gatherings, family holidays or quiet evenings reading by the fire, this room
will quickly become your favorite place.
The
master bedroom offers views to the backyard and woods beyond through large
windows and a door that leads to the back deck. A gas fireplace provides warmth
and ambiance. The master bath has a whirlpool tub, a capacious shower with
three showerheads and a separate commode. A spacious closet with built in
shelves and cubbies rounds out the suite.
Also
on the main floor are two guest rooms and two more full baths.
The
lower level has banks of windows and glass doors leading to the back porch and
yard. Most of this level is devoted to a vast recreation room. There is a full
bar with a sink, ice maker and commercial size cooler. A pool table, dart
board, built in entertainment center and gas fireplace finishes this recreation
Mecca. In addition, the lower level holds an office, a gym with two mirrored
walls and a cork floor, a full bath with a steam shower, a wine cellar and a
large storage area.
A
two car garage with ample storage space is off the kitchen, as are a laundry
and powder room.
Home is available for rent, 9-12 mos. lease. Shorter lease considered.
Contact Margaret at emmellbee@gmail.com
