912 W Braddock Rd Alexandria, VA : $1,049,000

PRICE REDUCED! MISS SEEING THIS SPACIOUS LOVELY HOME!! ! Welcome to 912 West Braddock Road. This classic brick colonial with oak floors throughout will surprise with its depth and breadth of updates and clever use of space, both interior and exterior, including extensive computer network wiring.The main level features a huge, airy, light-filled gourmet eat-in kitchen with richly colored Verde Laura granite countertops and 42" maple custom cabinets in natural finish. The all-wood cabinets are complete with pull-out drawer base cabinets, lazy susans in each corner, and a baker's vertical storage cabinet nestled next to GE gas convection dual oven for easy access to cooking utensils and supplies. You will also find a generously sized walk-in pantry. This kitchen is the favorite gathering spot for friends and family with its easy access to the side deck and formal dining room. A built-in under counter wine refrigerator and second small refrigerator for snacks and refreshments at the wet bar make this a special place for everyone.The living room invites you and guests into your home with a classic wood burning fireplace and a bright and airy sun room/study with built-in oak bookcases and an inviting window seat with convenient storage underneath, including a cedar chest. You will immediately see how the spaces flow effortlessly from there into the dining room and on into your gourmet kitchen. Just off the kitchen there is a well thought out mud room/laundry room that conveniently leads to the side door and driveway.As you ascend the stairs to the upper levels more fabulous features await you-The Master Suite is an oasis on the third level with skylights for both sun and moon-lit magic and includes a romantic balcony overlooking the private, fully fenced backyard. The bright and sunny bedroom offers abundant automatic pressure switch lit closets, a cedar-lined linen closet, and additional tucked away storage space. The spacious master bath includes a double sink Corian-toppedvanity and a six-foot Jacuzzi tub and a large glass and tile-enclosed separate shower.The second floor offers three bedrooms, with gorgeous hardwood floors and generous updated closet space, that share a renovated all-tile hall bath with glass-enclosed shower, along with a large linen closet.The lower level features a large carpeted family room with a wood burning fireplace, a full bath and private exterior entrance. It is perfectly suited for an au pair suite or ~mother-in-law~ apartment, a craft room, a home theater and/or exercise space ~ lots of possibilities. The space under the stairs would make a perfect wine cellar.The additional finished space is fully wired with numerous power and computer network/telephone outlets (shielded CAT 6 wiring) connected through professional-level patch panels in the adjacent unfinished area.The unfinished space provides room for a workbench and has loads of storage space.The outdoor spaces are designed for year-round enjoyment. The gardens around the house currently feature a 4-season parade of color. For the gardener, this will be a very private paradise. The charming pergola is the perfect spot for al fresco entertaining on the flagstone patio, and the deck off the kitchen is just the spot for your morning coffee! There is also a convenient detached garage with room for storage and workbench, along with ample driveway parking.Among the custom updates is a 12.5 KW natural gas back-up generator and a full security system with exterior cameras for added peace of mind.