2408 Sanford St

Welcome to 2408 Sanford Street! THIS HOME IS SPECIAL!! An incredible opportunity to own a showcase home in the heart of Del Ray. Walk to all that Del Ray offers: music, entertainment, neighborhood events, farmers markets, and restaurants galore! This modern farmhouse has been completely revitalized inside and out and developed by one of Alexandria’s newest premier developers, Hummingbird Homes. Sanford fuses the perfect blend of contemporary and classic with quality finishes and superior space planning. This home boasts an open floor plan, 3 levels of well-defined zoned spaces to accommodate activities for large or small family living. The floor plan features quiet spaces for an office, study areas, recreation room, and wonderful central gatherings for today's lifestyle. Enter the home through the front door and you are immediately greeted with a custom mudroom, a gas-burning fireplace in the living room, and striking modern cable stairs. The grand foyer is designed to capture unobstructed views to the garden with an open 2-story staircase that highlights contemporary cable stringers and large windows that provide architectural flair in a light filled space. A full bath with quartz vanity countertops and a walk-in shower with decorative tile are centrally located within the home. The center of the home is a total open concept for great entertaining. The kitchen serves as the heart of the home for large gatherings adorned with classic high-end styled finishes. The 10 foot granite island has ample bar seating, which is great for casual dining and perfect for the master chef! The kitchen also features custom soft-close cabinets with under counter lighting, beautiful quartz countertops, an exciting kitchen backsplash, and a farmhouse sink surrounded by floating shelves with a beautiful view to the garden. The kitchen is completed with an accented porcelain tile wall above the range, black fixtures and hardware, and large windows for tons of natural light. The main level "work from home" dream office or main level bedroom features a full bathroom with marble shower walls and state of the art floor tile. The large family room off the kitchen adjoins the stunning dining room to create an airy and sweeping atmosphere. Walk out from the family room to the fantastic back yard begging for post pandemic BBQ's with friends and neighbors! The upper level reveals a large landing which leads to a laundry room with a washer and dryer hook-up; a hallway linen closet and 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. The primary master bedroom suite includes garden views, stunning 10 foot vaulted ceilings, two large walk-in closets, and an all brick gas burning fireplace that will comfortably warm the room during cold winter nights. The spa inspired bathroom contains beautiful white Carrara marble floors, an oversized shower with seamless glass doors, a freestanding soaking tub with a black accented faucet, and a dual vanity with marble countertops. The lower level is fully finished with brand new carpet, walk-up access to the back yard, and a recreation room perfect for movie watching, game tables, and more. There is a privately located roomy bedroom and large full bath—perfect for accommodating family and guests! Premier Del Ray location: walk to Mount Vernon Avenue for great dining, shopping, and various community art and music events. Near Braddock Metro, the new Potomac Yard Metro, minutes to Amazon HQ, Old Town Waterfront, and only 6 miles to DC.