8513 Rosewood Dr, Bethesda, MD 20814

New Listing Rarely does a home of this quality & character become available so close to D'twn Bethesda at this price. Enjoy that desirable main level expansion without going through the construction & headaches. Reap the added bonus of a 1/4-acre lot full of magnificent plantings & backing to picturesque NIH green-space! The home has been completely remodeled, blending the original charm with custom selected materials & modern conveniences (Marvin windows & doors, copper pipes, roof, 4 baths, 3-zoned HVAC, nature stone surfaces, solid wood doors, Emtek hardware, Lutron light switches....read the extensive list & description in documents section). With 2,500 sq ft above grade, the main floor addition adds a beautifully wide center hall with two foyers & an expansive view through the house into the backyard. The fabulous kitchen addition is framed by an absolutely stunning, handcrafted French Lacanche range with 5 burners, 3 ovens & a commercial-grade hood. The kitchen is complemented by white, hand-painted Cabico custom cabinetry, a huge center island with a single-piece Absolute Black granite counter, 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators (one is a beverage fridge under the island counter), Miele dishwasher, breakfast bar, dining area, and desk. The soaring kitchen ceiling extends into the family room where there is a wood-burning FP (convertible to gas), 2 skylights & level walk out to the backyard. A mud room, separate living & dining rooms, 4th BR/office, full BA & sun porch complete the main level. Upstairs there are 3 generous sized bedrooms, 2 beautifully renovated baths (limestone & marble), & custom designed closet organizers. The lower level is finished with a multi-purpose room (office/exercise/recreation), 4th full bath, laundry room with front-load LG washer/dryer & wood cabinetry, and a utility/storage room. Don't miss the backyard shed (could be a perfect play house) with carriage lights. A truly special residence on a quiet street, in a community only a short walk to Metro & into Bethesda. This is an excellent opportunity in today's real estate market.