12249 McDonald Chapel Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Experience luxury living in this exquisite 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath showpiece offering over 7,700 square feet of expanded interior living space on 3 finished levels and a lush 3/4 acre lot with privacy plantings. Brimming with one-of-a-kind design elements and $300K in upgrades such as a spiral staircase, custom decorative moldings, built-in oak bookcases, upgraded lighting, motorized chandelier engines and speaker systems throughout the home~only a few of the fine features making this home so special! The beauty begins outside with a stately brick exterior, 3-car side-loading garage, slate walkways, double door entry, sundeck, and a big private yard. Inside the open floor plan, high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and an abundance of windows bestow an airy atmosphere awash in sunlight. A grand 2-story foyer with a gracious winding staircase welcomes you as decorative columns introduce the elegant living room on your right where an arched floor-to-ceiling window bathes the space in natural light and illuminate rich hardwood floors, custom architectural moldings, and a soft neutral color palette. Opposite, the banquet-sized dining room echoes these design details, as custom wainscoting adds a distinctly refined flair. A butler's pantry introduces the sparkling gourmet kitchen with gleaming granite countertops, an abundance of traditional and glass-front cabinetry and quality stainless steel appliances including double wall ovens and a French door refrigerator. A large central island with gas cooktop and triple pendant lights provides an additional working surface and extra seating, as recessed lighting provides the finishing touch. Hardwoods spill into a sun-drenched breakfast room ideal for daily dining in front a graceful bay of windows. Here a glass paned door opens to a large deck with dual descending stairs to a lush lawn encircled by majestic trees and evergreen privacy plantings, truly an outdoor entertaining oasis! Back inside, the two-story great room beckons with stacked windows delivering spectacular views, as a gas fireplace serves as the focal point of the room. A library with custom oak built-in bookcases and a powder room with pedestal sink round out the main living areas of the home. Ascend the staircase to a landing overlook and onward to the light-filled owner's suite boasting double-door entry, plush neutral carpet, deep tray ceiling, a sitting area, 2 extensive walk-in closets and a coffee/beverage station. Pamper yourself in the en suite bath featuring dual vanities with designer mirrors, a sumptuous jetted tub, a water closet, and a glass enclosed shower~all enhanced by spa-toned tile. Down the hall, a sunny junior suite enjoys a private bath and 2 additional cheery bedrooms share a well-appointed dual-entry bath. A laundry room with utility sink adds convenience. The expansive walk-up lower level has space for a multitude of activities with a large recreation room with gas fireplace a wet bar sure to be a popular destination, and a media room. A bonus room/5th bedroom, kitchenette with granite, laundry closet with stackable machines and another full bath on this level make excellent guest quarters/au pair suite and complete the comfort and luxury of this wonderful home. All this in a home lovingly maintained with a new 40K roof making this home move in ready and just waiting to call your own!