Just outside of Washington, DC, in Arlington’s coveted Arlington Ridge neighborhood, you’ll find a custom colonial home built for entertaining. The home at 1701 S. Arlington Ridge Rd., currently owned by the owners of Hard Times Cafe, spans 13,400 square feet with seven bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, and three half-bathrooms.
The home is listed for $3,850,000. Its heated pool, several private decks, and National Landing views make the property stand out.
Inside the home is a sun-soaked, open-concept living space with floor-to-ceiling windows and a two-story stone fireplace surrounded by custom built-in shelves. Just a few steps from the family room is a spacious breakfast room with views of Arlington cityscape. It also has a door with direct access to the large deck off the main floor.
Adjacent to the family and breakfast rooms is the dual-island kitchen with commercial-grade appliances, suitable for hosting large groups. With tons of counter space, cabinet space, and a walk-in pantry, there is no lack of storage for food and appliances.
Just off the kitchen sits a study and a library space, which share a two-sided gas fireplace. Both rooms feature built-in shelves, perfect for those dreaming of building an extensive book collection. Tucked behind the two-car garage, the main floor also has a guest suite with a full bathroom and a wet bar, ideal for in-laws or visitors.
Upstairs, the primary bedroom features over 16-foot cathedral ceilings, an en-suite bathroom, a dressing room, and a walk-in closet. A gas fireplace keeps the suite warm in colder months, and a private deck overlooking the pool and city makes for a picturesque hang-out spot.
Along with four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, flexible spaces like a music room and a teen suite are also on the second floor of the home. On the third floor is a finished attic, a storage room, a spacious loft space with a full bathroom, and a sun loft with a gas fireplace. With a private deck and floor-to-ceiling windows, the sun loft offers a prime space to take in the surrounding views both night and day.
The walk-out lower level is another space great for hosting guests. It has a recreation room, a temperature-controlled wine room, and even a home gym. The level has direct access to the spacious outdoor patio, deck, and heated pool, making it easy to blend indoor and outdoor entertaining.
On the lower level also sits a home theater designed for cozy movie nights. There is also a hobby room, a workshop, a bedroom with a full en-suite bathroom, and plenty of storage space.
When guests step outside, they’re greeted with several spots for pool lounging and outdoor dining. With both covered and uncovered patio space, a heated pool, and a deck, this backyard invites guests to sit back, relax, and take in the spectacular views of surrounding Arlington.
The home at 1701 S. Arlington Ridge Rd., Arlington, is listed by Diane Lewis and Gary Dopslaff at Washington Fine Properties.
Feature image courtesy Nathan Stewart
