214 E Howell Ave

Del Ray Virginia is "Where Main Street Still Exists". Mount Vernon Avenue is dotted with independent shops, the Del Ray Farmer's Market and a booming restaurant scene. When you live in Del Ray, you become part of a TRUE community. A "Main Street" that cannot be found anywhere else in the DMV. The convenience of being 5 minutes from Washington, D.C., Amazon HQ2 and the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus, but still have the relaxation of a small town feel. Del Ray has it all! This 2 bedroom (with extra rooms), 2 bathroom craftsman/bungalow style home is nestled in the heart of Del Ray. It offers 1930's charm, upgraded with designer finishes throughout. Gorgeous bookcases and windows surround the gas fireplace in the living room with its large natural wood mantel and the living room's original hardwood floors. The main floor also features a chef-style kitchen with a Wolf gas range, stainless steel appliances, marble counter tops and a custom antique built-in hutch. Exceptional lower level with family room including surround sound audio. An additional nice big room in lower level with an amazing bathroom next to it. There's a custom laundry area downstairs with butcher block counters and a wine chiller!!!! The lower level leads right out to a private backyard with 6' privacy fence. A raised lounging/dining area with grilling space makes this an incredible outdoor living space. There's outdoor LED landscape lighting to highlight the serene landscape at night. The upper level is ideal for additional sleeping space or for office/reading/games space with custom built-in bookcases. There is a large area under the eave for extra storage of all those holiday decorations, suitcases and whatever else you desire to keep out of sight. 30 Year Architectural Shingles are about 10 years old. Gutters about 10 years old. Kitchen and bathrooms about 10 years old. Updated heating and air conditioning. Radiant heat. Two level shed with concrete floor. Raised planter boxes. Wi-fi connected irrigation system. Wolf gas range/oven. LED lighting throughout home. Sump pump with Hydro powered backup. Tilt-in Marvin Integrity windows. Both porches have IPE decking. Front porch with swing.