3713 TEMPLETON PLACE
Alexandria, VA 22304

Description:

Sited on one of the largest and most private lots in all of Seminary Ridge, this extraordinary estate residence is truly one of a kind! Offering over 6,700 square feet of finished living space, including a dramatic custom two-level addition, making it unlike any other home in the neighborhood. A sun-drenched glass breezeway takes you from the main portion of the home up to the stunning garden and great rooms - which are the heart of this home. The sprawling great room is a true showpiece with 17.5-foot vaulted ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, custom built-ins, a wet bar, and four sets of French doors that open seamlessly to the resort-style backyard and pool. Transom windows bathe the room in natural light, while the custom millwork adds timeless sophistication. This unique space allows both the ability to host large events and holidays or a cozy space to curl up by the fire for quiet nights in! Adjacent, is the garden room which has a wall of windows inviting serene mornings or evening cocktails while overlooking the heated in-ground pool (complete with separate baby pool and hot tub!) — all set amidst extensive hardscaping and manicured landscaping for a serene backyard oasis. The charming and convenient pool house features a wet bar, a full bath and changing area, utility room, and covered lounge area overlooking the pool, making this the ultimate summer escape! Enjoy ultimate privacy with no neighbors directly behind the home, a second private patio completely separate from the pool area and closer to the kitchen, and flat green space at the back of the yard! The original part of the home features a flexible floor plan with many formal and informal spaces and oversized windows inviting the outdoors in. The upper level boasts five spacious bedrooms, a dedicated office or sixth bedroom, and three full bathrooms while the lower level of the main house features a rec room with brand new carpet, a half bath and ample storage space. The finished lower level of the addition offers incredible versatility — ideal for a home gym, workshop, creative studio, expansive storage space, or a rainy-day kids’ retreat. Conveniently access the main level mud room/laundry room from the 2-car garage. 3 wood-burning fireplaces, 3 zone HVAC, Generator, In-ground sprinkler system, Neutral paint throughout, Beautifully refinished hardwood floors and more! Grand in scale and unmatched in privacy, this is an incredibly unique opportunity to own an estate-calibre property on half an acre in Seminary Ridge!!