Architectural Alexandria: 319 Mansion Drive
When I think of Alexandria style, I think of the best of both worlds: classic with a touch of modern, colonial meets 2016; elegant and tasteful, never overdone; formal but familial, cozy but grand; suburban with a little bit of city life. 319 Mansion Drive is all of those things. Too stunning not to share with our Stylebook readers, this listing is architecturally breathtaking and full of grace and splendor, but it also warm, inviting, and a great place to spend time with family and friends.
The main level features large rooms that can entertain a crowd or provide spaces to huddle around with loved ones. Formal living and dining rooms off of the unforgettable central foyer are decorated with custom molding, hardwood floors, and French doors that open to slate patios on the front of the house. A beautiful family room with a sunny windowed alcove and a mudroom with heated floors are also on the first floor.
A butler’s pantry connects the dining room to the custom kitchen—a chef’s dream featuring professional-grade appliances, a center island with a breakfast bar and copper sink, an attached pantry with storage space and secondary appliances, an ornate custom range hood, and more. The spacious kitchen also houses one of two private offices on the main level, a breakfast room and sitting area, and doors to the wrap-around screen porch—a perfect place to read a book and enjoy an iced tea or catch up with friends over (a) glass(es) of wine.
The upper levels merge classic architecture with all the comforts of home. A luxurious master suite features a gas fireplace, heated floors, his and her walk-in closets (let’s pause to appreciate this…), a balcony that overlooks the backyard and guest house, and a full bath with separate vanities, a large shower, and a soaking tub that allows for total relaxation. There are four additional bedrooms on the second floor, and two on the charming third level.
The expansive finished basement is perfect for parties and recreation. It has a large rec room with a theater system, wood-burning fireplace, and doors to the gorgeous backyard, as well as a game room, billiards room, guest bedroom, hidden wine cellar, and rooms for storage or exercise.
This 9,800-square-foot home, built in 1938 with significant renovations and additions in 2001, is unlike any other in Alexandria. In addition to the main house, a guest cottage with its own kitchen, bath, and balcony is offered—ideal for those with friends or in-laws who come for extended stays! The magnificent brick Colonial sits on ¾ of an acre of level terrain and is surrounded by landscaped front and back yards and beautiful slate patios and walkways. Summer BBQs, graduation parties, relaxing in the sun…the possibilities are truly endless.
Located just outside of Old Town on Mansion Drive, a picturesque and peaceful street in a fantastic neighborhood, 319 Mansion Drive is timeless and classic and represents the best that Alexandria has to offer.
- About the team
The Patterson Group is one of the most experienced and trusted real estate teams in the area, serving Alexandria, VA for over thirty years. We offer professional, hardworking, detailed and friendly service and a large network of contacts and resources accrued over our many years in Alexandria real estate. Comprised of seven Alexandria locals, six of whom are licensed realtors and three of whom are accredited staging professionals, The Patterson Group is passionate and knowledgeable about Alexandria, VA and here for all of your Northern VA real estate needs. Allow us to help you find your home here and discover all that the Alexandria lifestyle has to offer.
400 South Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.310.6201
