8002 Ellingson Dr Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Listing details for 8002 Ellingson Dr, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 : Captivating colonial-style home located in the popular Chevy Chase Ridge section of Rock Creek Forest, an established Chevy Chase neighborhood that borders Rock Creek Park. Highlighted by a brick covered front entry, rear brick courtyard patio, and a dramatic open floor plan with soaring ceilings and approximately 5,200 square feet of finished living space. The home is great for grand-scale formal entertaining and yet warm and inviting for casual living. The main level features a stunning two-story foyer with hardwood floor, beautiful moldings, and hardwood staircase; step-down living room with crown molding, recessed lighting, and hardwood floor; formal dining room with attractive moldings, recessed lighting, hardwood floor and bay window; study with hardwood floor, crown molding, recessed lighting, and wet bar; tablespace kitchen with recessed lighting, island, quartz countertops, and an abundance of cabinets; step-down family room with crown molding, hardwood floor, fireplace, and French Doors providing access to the patio; powder room with hardwood floor and pedestal sink; and a two-car garage. The upper level features an owner’s suite that spans nearly forty feet and features cathedral ceiling, sitting area, two large walk-in closets, and remodeled (2014) luxurious owner’s bath with soaking tub, double bowl vanity, and spacious separate shower; a second bedroom with cathedral ceiling and large palladium window; two additional large bedrooms with cathedral ceilings; walk-in laundry closet with washer and dryer; and updated hall bathroom. The lower level features a large recreation room with built-in bookcase, fireplace, and luxury vinyl plank floor; office or gym with closet; kitchenette; mudroom area with exit to rear yard and walk-in storage closet; full bathroom with linen closet; and large storage/utility room. The home is very convenient to Washington DC, downtown Bethesda, historic Kensington, and downtown Silver Spring. It also is within minutes of Rock Creek Forest Elementary School, Rock Creek Shopping Center, Meadowbrook horse stables and Community Park, Candy Cane City shelter house and athletic facility, Rock Creek Park trials and paths, and places of worship. Additionally, the home is within three miles of Bethesda and Silver Spring Metro Stations, a short drive to the Beltway and other major commuter routes, and convenient to Ride-On and Metrobus service. Note: Property is actively monitored by exterior cameras.