9607 Singleton Dr Bethesda, MD 20817

Listing details for 9607 Singleton Dr, Bethesda, MD 20817 : 5 bedroom/4.5 bath Contemporary French style home--built with elegant details which evoke the finest in Mediterranean living. As you pull up, take note of the ochre Dryvit façade and the Rooster weathervane that sits atop the highest point of the roof and moves with the breeze. There is nothing like this residence--from the bespoke wrought iron exterior railings, exquisite chandeliers, herringbone patterned White Oak hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, wide hallways and expansive living spaces. Everything about this home is unique and thoughtfully designed. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a two-story foyer which leads to a massive 26' x 14.5' grand living room--the perfect entertaining space with gorgeous herringbone patterned hardwoods and two lovely chandeliers. Just down the hall, there is a true chef’s kitchen featuring exotic granite, custom cabinetry and millwork, stainless appliances with gas cooktop and oversized vent hood, double ovens, a warming drawer and a large central island with sink, dishwasher and space for bar seating. Adjacent to the kitchen is a breakfast area with French doors leading to an outside patio--the perfect location for enjoying a morning coffee or evening cocktail. Off the kitchen there is a formal dining room with large floor-to-ceiling windows and another set of French doors leading out to a rear patio. A few steps away on the first lower level is a large 23'x15' family room with fireplace and attached bedroom suite--perfect for a live-in family member, au pair or long term guest. There laundry room is also conveniently located on this level. The second floor features two spacious bedrooms with a shared full bath. The top floor features an elegant wide hallway designed as an art display area. From the top of the two-story foyer hall hangs a striking contemporary mobile by the DC-area sculptor David A Yano. This level includes a fourth bedroom with an ensuite full bath as well as a primary bedroom at the end of the hall. The primary suite is captivating--and features a spacious walk-in closet, a large custom tiled bath with jetted tub and separate oversized shower and access to a roof top terrace over looking a deep yard and green space below. The expansive garden is a delight and filled with fragrant verbena, peonies, hydrangeas, flowering trees and shrubs. The home also showcases many green features including an "Eco-Star" roof made from durable recycled tires. To top it off, the home is in a perfect location--close to everything and located less than 1/2 mile from the Wildwood shopping center featuring Balduccis gourmet grocery store and many specialty shops. There is also a Giant Supermarket, DSW Shoe Warehouse, the YMCA, the Lycee Rochambeau, and Westfield Montgomery Mall all close by. Convenient to 495 for easy access to all the airports and the many destinations that make the DC area the perfect place to live. Don't miss this amazing home before it's gone. Call or schedule your appointment to see it today!