8632 Brook Rd McLean, VA 22102

Hidden Paradise! Woodside Estates is the perfect setting for this secluded country manor on 5+ acres with extensive, professional, manicured gardens all around. Drive through the the gates, and up the driveway and see this Master Builder/architect George Sagatov's creation. This stunning 12,000+ square foot home with it's genuine slate roof, and all brick exterior will enchant you. The classic appeal of quality in every detail is evident from the multi-pieced custom mouldings and trim, to the cathedral, barrel domed, tray and coffered ceilings, to the rich details in all the rooms, including all the bathrooms, closets, windows, tiled floors, main and upper level wood floors and spectacular lighting fixtures and recessed lighting. As you enter through the leaded glass windowed, 2 double doors, you are welcomed into the 2 story high, foyer with an expansive direct view of the Great room. This 2 story, centerpiece of the house has barrel vaulted ceiling, floor to ceiling Palladian windows that allow light to wash through; a gas fireplace; 2 exquisite chandeliers and a 'fairy tale', dual curved stair case that opens to hall above. To the right of the foyer is the formal parlor and to the left is the formal dining room. So many special features abound in the open kitchen, breakfast & family rooms, complete with 8 sky lights, an additional third staircase and access to deck with picturesque views of estate. The kitchen has cabinetry, crafted in cherry wood, and 2 large center islands; 2 dishwashers, warming drawer, Subzero refrigerator and separate freezer are hidden behind custom panels. There are two varieties of stone countertops; chef's appliances; huge Pantry; and Separate butlers pantry room that leads into the airy dining room. To complete the main level are Primary bedroom suite with full bath, 2 powder rooms, and an elegant cherry paneled Library/office with hidden panel door closet. The upper level has 3 lovely en-suite bedrooms with walk-in closets, and enormous primary bedroom with double door entrance into a large hallway with extra sitting room/gym; the built in closets are elegant with all wood paneled doors hiding drawers and shelves. The Lower level has a large rec room with gas fireplace, game table area, fantastic custom bar with microwave, and refrigerator; built-in wine cellar, space for media room; bedroom, with en-suite full bath. There is large room for pool guests to access with another full bath. From this room, enter a brick walled screened room with wood-burning fireplace that accesses the stone deck and the delightful pool area. The renovated in-ground pool is surrounded by a stone deck and has a motorized pool cover. The gas heating and CAC are separated into 4 zones, and there is a whole house generator. In 2022--$30,000 (commercial) update to Verizon-Fios supplies the estate with fast wi-fi connection that manages house, poolside, irrigation system and pool operation. 24 zoned underground sprinkler system for the many flowering trees, shrubs and beautifully specimen planted gardens. This extraordinary estate is your own private haven.