816 Veitch St Arlington, VA 22204

Listing details for 816 Veitch St, Arlington, VA 22204 : Exquisite, custom-built four-level home offering approximately 5,043 square feet of finished space, thoughtfully designed by renowned award winning architect Gavin Nichols who solidly built this luxurious home according to rigorous commercial code standards to support true multigenerational living without sacrificing style or privacy. Ideally situated in Arlington’s highly desirable Penrose neighborhood, this home places everyone from all ages and walks of life within easy reach of highly-rated schools, parks, playgrounds, grocery stores, restaurants, & cafés along Columbia Pike. Just a 5-10 minute walk to local shops & restaurants with quick access to downtown DC, Clarendon, National Airport (DCA), & Pentagon City, & walking distance to prestigioushighly rated schools Montessori Public School of Arlington & Arlington Tech High School. Generous square footage with Brazilian cherrywood hardwood floors throughout, multiple kitchens/bars, spa baths, & well designed, private bedroom suites with flexible common areas make it easy for several generations to live together comfortably while enjoying their own distinct spaces. Four fully finished levels create natural separation between generations with quiet bedroom wings and shared gathering spaces thoughtfully distributed throughout the home. Several living areas allow multi-generational living so everyone is able to relax, study, work or to be entertained on different levels of the home while simultaneously feeling connected under one roof. The main gourmet kitchen—with imported Italian granite & quartz countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances including Wolf double ovens, two dishwashers, three large refrigerators, two ice makers, wine rack cooler, generous prep space, custom Kraftmaid walnut kitchen cabinets with built in sliding drawers & ample storage, and a large island/bar—comfortably supports cooking and frequent entertaining. Complementary kitchens on other levels, together with two wet bars, offer added independence for multigenerational living providing everyone the option to prepare their own meals and maintain their own schedules. Two dedicated laundry rooms, four commercial steel balconies/decks with view of the Washington Monument, Airforce Memorial, & White House with stunning views of DC fireworks, heated sauna style bathroom travertine floors adds everyday convenience for larger households. A fully finished walk-out basement with its own separate entrance, kitchen, bedroom, bath, and six spacious walk-in California closets with shelves, drawers, and abundant storage functions as an ideal in-law suite, live-in caregiver space, or private apartment for an au pair, renter, or in-law suite. This private walk-out basement apartment also provides attractive income potential, allowing owners to offset expenses with short- or long-term rental while preserving privacy for the primary household. Well-appointed bedrooms, spa-like baths with steam shower and heated travertine tile floors & plentiful California walk-in closets provide comfort and dignity for every generation. Full driveway for up to 10 vehicles —including a 1.5 car- garage and additional off-street spaces—make it easy for households with several drivers, and the walkable setting lets family members of different ages come and go independently, whether they’re headed to school, work, or an evening out. What truly sets this home apart, even among high-end Arlington properties, are its one-of-a-kind features: a top-level entertainment and recreation room that offers front-row views of DC’s skyline and fireworks, and a full steam/sauna-style bath that brings spa-level relaxation home. Combined with its multi-kitchen, multi-suite configuration, walk-out lower level, two wet bars, and four-level layout, this unique gem of a home delivers a level of flexibility, luxury, and “wow” factor that is exceptionally hard to find gem in the neighborhood!