5803 Aberdeen Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817

With its blue shingles and stacked stone facade evoking cues from America’s finest coastal homes in the ritzy summer destinations of Cape Cod and Nantucket, 5803 Aberdeen introduces a seaside flair to its lush green street. Recently constructed with the utmost in workmanship from the finest materials, it resides on over a third of an acre in one of Bethesda’s most convenient, sought after locations. A flagstone walkway meanders its way to the central portico which houses an inviting front porch overlooking the manicured front lawn. Through the solid oak and glass front door, a grand floor plan spanning over 7,000 square feet is introduced. Common elements include wide plank dark stained oak flooring, extensive millwork including picture frame molding throughout, ten-foot ceilings on the main level, and quadruple hinged interior doors — all of which is a testament to the quality and attention to detail poured into construction. Immediately off of the reception area is a private office with custom built-ins, mirroring the formal living room across the way. The living room opens into a banquet-sized formal dining room with elegant tray ceiling, designer chandelier and sconces, and wooded views. Pocket doors to the kitchen create the ability to entertain open-concept or establish a more intimate, formal atmosphere. Regardless, the kitchen is a dream for any chef. Stunning contrasting cabinets and quartzite countertops are sophisticated yet modern. The ubiquitous top-shelf appliances from Sub Zero, Wolf, and Thermador are all present and redundant. Offering direct outdoor access, the family room is fully open to the kitchen and boasts a stone fireplace wall alongside custom built-ins. A convenient in-law suite with full bath plus large mudroom area with access to the side-load two car garage and washer/dryer hookup completes the main level. A central vestibule houses the grand staircase at the top of which is a wide upper level landing area. The primary suite has a gas fireplace with stone surround as well as a private dressing room with custom lighted makeup vanity. It connects to two oversized custom California closets with extensive lighted built-ins, as well as a luxurious marble-clad spa bath, featuring a wealth of amenities from a freestanding soaking tub to a multi-jetted shower to heated floors, toilet seats, and towel warmers. The remaining upper level bedrooms are all ample in scale, with high ceilings and uniquely styled ensuite baths. A convenient main laundry room completes the upper level. In the lower level, large recreation and storage rooms offer supreme flexibility, while amenities abound to make the space an entertainer’s delight. The professional home cinema is full-service with its wet bar and mini fridge, while a mirror-walled fitness center and full bedroom are serviced by one and a half baths. An extensive security system with full video coverage ensures peace of mind. Out back, the rear deck spans the full width of the home, and gracefully descends to the flagstone patio. Extensive hardscaping, landscaping, and a wall of pine trees creates supreme privacy for the stunning salt water lap pool replete with waterfalls and an automatic retracting cover. Situated just off of Bradley Boulevard minutes to downtown Bethesda, the Beltway, major airports, and the city, the home belongs to the legendary Whitman school district and is convenient to all amenities. Gorgeous inside and out with an unbeatable location, 5803 Aberdeen Road is the rare home which has it all.