Welcome to this masterfully renovated home on almost an acre in Bethesda’s sought-after Bradley Hills Grove neighborhood! Both the interior and exterior provide limitless opportunities for large-scale entertaining or more intimate family gatherings. The carefully thought-out renovation is clearly reflected in the open floor plan, which allows for a seamless flow among the main level’s spacious and light-filled rooms, which include a Living (or Music) Room with gas fireplace and Dining room, both of which have large windows overlooking the beautiful, treed lot; and a private den/office with built-ins. The Great Room with 13’-high cathedral ceiling features a floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace and a beautiful butterfly glass wall that opens to the pool, patio, spa and breezeway. An atrium door leads directly to the breezeway and three-car garage. The Gourmet Kitchen with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry and a center island provide wonderful space for even the most accomplished cook The Kitchen and Informal Eating Area each have 13’ ceilings with three skylights. There is also an atrium door to the backyard. If a first-floor Primary Bedroom Suite is on your wish list, this one is sure to delight! The Bedroom has two floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the treed lot and a large, fully organized walk-in closet with an atrium door for easy access to the back yard. The Primary Ensuite Bathroom with oversized shower, custom glass door, and oval stand-alone tub also has two floating vanities with marble counters, mirrors, and custom lighting. A special highlight of the first floor is the beautiful, architect-designed staircase with glass, wood, and steel that leads to the upper level. The second floor has three large bedrooms, one of which has a secret Playroom! Another has its own ensuite full Bathroom with skylight and tub/shower. There is a hall Bathroom as well. The walkout lower level provides endless possibilities! The large Family Room has a tile wall with wood-burning fireplace and large-screen TV. Exercise aficionados will delight in the gym with a mirrored wall and exercise equipment, TV, and media closet, and refrigerator-freezer, all of which will convey. A fourth full Bath is adjacent to the Gym. There is also a separate Laundry Room with built-in counter with sink and cabinets, and drawers plus G.E. front-load washer and dryer with drawers below. The Utility Room houses two 75-gallon hot water heaters and Carrier furnace for the three heating/AC zones in the house. The outside is equally extraordinary! The large saltwater pool with electric cover surrounded by an extensive patio is a wonderful place to relax. The adjacent hot tub has a recirculating fountain. And there is still plenty of yard to enjoy outdoor games or just lounging! Located close to downtown Bethesda’s numerous dining, shopping, and entertaining opportunities, it also enjoys easy access to all that our Nation’s Capital has to offer, as well as Northern Virginia and the area’s three major airports. Yes, you can have it all!
Sold for $2,695,000 on 09/12/24
$2,695,000
8805 Bellwood Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817
5beds
5,250sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.89 Acres Lot
$2,710,200 Zestimate®
$513/sqft
$7,907 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 23, 2024 at 03:15pm
Listed by:
Marsha Schuman 301-943-9731,
Washington Fine Properties, LLC,
Co-Listing Agent: Mary E Dodek 301-996-8700,
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Bought with:
Jenn Smira, 0225195388
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDMC2136988

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1600
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Gas, Microwave, Refrigerator, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Sound System, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), 2 Story Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Doors: Atrium, Double Entry
- Windows: Skylight(s), Transom, Atrium, Window Treatments
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Finished,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Side Entrance,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Glass Doors
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,250
- Total interior livable area: 5,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,650
- Finished area below ground: 1,600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 13
- Parking features: Covered, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Private, Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Fencing: Full,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.89 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Landscaped, Level, Poolside, Private, Rear Yard, Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 160700582407
- Zoning: R200
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
- Major remodel year: 2015
Details
- Builder model: Custom
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Exterior Cameras
Location
- Region: Bethesda
- Subdivision: Bradley Hills Grove
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple