Pool is open! Paradise Found in the Highlands, an exclusive enclave of custom homes in prestigious Raspberry Falls, nestled between the Catoctin Mountains and the award-winning Raspberry Falls Golf Course. Offered for the first time, this extended Glenmore model built by Marquis, sits at the end of a wide cul-de-sac on a most coveted lot. Spanning nearly an acre, the property abuts open conservancy space and backs to native woods and the 9th hole of the golf course. The home is a juxtaposition of the most elegant and formal entertainment spaces and warm casual places, where the owner can find rest and renewal, beginning with the custom travertine walk-way bringing you into the home via the grand foyer, or through the casual owner’s entrance w/ private porch. Enter the grand two-story foyer flanked by huge living and dining rooms and looking into the home where the main curved staircase greets you. A formal office. with floor to ceiling dark mahogany cabinetry and elegant open shelving. The gourmet kitchen boasts warm white cabinetry, chef’s appliances and a large island, leading to the central great room with floor-to-ceiling stone faced, wood-burning fireplace and dual, double-French doors which step out to the huge deck, overlooking your private oasis. At the far end of the home is the oversized sunroom and the ultimate retreat. Access the upper level via the main or rear staircase. The Primary Suite offers peace and renewal with the high, coffered ceiling and scenic views through the large bay window in the sitting area. The dressing area leads to a massive primary bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, oversized dual vanities and a private toilet. The space is completed with the two, deep walk-ins by California closets and a bar allowing you to take in the view while sipping a cup of morning coffee or enjoying a glass of wine or beer from one of many nearby wineries or breweries. Each of the additional three upper-level bedroom is oversized, with 9-foot ceilings, walk-in closets and private, en-suite baths. The first of two large laundry rooms can be found on this level. In the basement, you will find another entire home. Two large recreation areas, wired for sound, with a custom bar featuring glass front cabinetry. A large bedroom suite with two walk-ins, a den, second guest room, exercise room, built-in office with granite countertops and two work spaces and full bath are only upstaged by the fully equipped kitchen and second, full-sized laundry in the huge storage room. All this in the walk-out lower level which allows you the option of complete private access to this incredible space. Step out onto the expansive custom patio and into your outdoor paradise. A massive cabana, wired for sound, features a stone, wood-burning fireplace and hearth and another, fully functional kitchen and bar – built-in grill, sink and refrigerator and plumbed for an ice maker. Whip up your favorite meal while overlooking the sprawling free-form pool featuring a tanning ledge, built-in seating, deep end with diving board, water fall from custom stone planter and deck shooters for a playful water display, underscored with custom lighting for enjoyment, late into the evening. Completing the space is a separate hot tub and stand-up shower. On quiet nights, this incredible retreat is set to the backdrop of the trees, golf course and creek at the rear of the property and underscored by the extensive hard and soft landscape and custom lighting that can be found around the entire home -front to back. This is the one. Close to Old Town Leesburg where each of your needs are met – daily shopping to elegant dining – and easy access via Rt. 15 to Rts 7 and 267. The experience of complete privacy yet the ability to open up your heart and host your wide circle. The original owners have lovingly curated a gracious home that you will be proud to own for years to come. Welcome to Raspberry Falls!
