540 Second St #303

Old Town Charm, Modern Convenience: Tucked into a quiet corner of Northeast Old Town, Liberty Row offers luxury living in a a charming setting. Rarely available, highly desirable and very walkable! Three stately buildings with impressive entrances surround a beautifully landscaped courtyard. Brick sidewalks, raised gardens, a bubbling fountain, and inviting benches introduce you to this hidden gem. A stylish lobby awaits with an elevator to whisk you home or to the secure parking garage. A short walk (no long hallways!) and you are in a welcoming foyer with a coffered ceiling, deep crown molding and a guest powder room just to the right. A gracious archway frames the entrance to the tranquil living room. A lovely double sided gas fireplace creates a focal point along with built- ins to display treasured possessions. The enjoyment of the fireplace is three-fold as it can be seen from the living room, dining room and kitchen! Savor fireside chats and candlelight dinners! The dining room is also enhanced with a built-in unit that provides shelves, drawers, and cabinets. Perfect for stowing dining essentials! A French door leads to the private balcony for morning coffee and The Post. The roomy, open kitchen offers a breakfast bar; fabulous walk-in pantry; amazing counter and cabinet space; and stainless appliances. Cook with gas on a five burner stove. And enjoy the comfort of a wood floor under foot! Maximum privacy between the two ensuite bedrooms is observed in this well designed floor plan. The primary bedroom has two generous closets including a spacious walk-in, and a large closet for folded items. Handsome plantation shutters softly filter the light in this corner room. The primary bath sparkles with a marble tile floor; soaking tub; double sinks, and a walk-in shower! The second ensuite bedroom can serve many functions; an office, den, or guest room. Floor to ceiling book shelves and a built-in desk to keep books and paperwork organized! Double closets (more great storage!) line the hallway to the bath. The second full bath features neutral ceramic tile; a tub/shower; and a linen closet. The laundry and nearly new furnace are off the foyer. Two deeded parking garage spaces are steps from the elevator. Quick commute to National Airport, the Pentagon, Marina, and DC. Walk to the River, restaurants, shops, Harris Teeter and Trader Joe's. A new Performing Arts Center and Torpedo Factory artist studios are under construction nearby and will anchor the newly designated North Old Town Arts District. This is "the one"!