3131 ABERFOYLE PLACE, Washington, DC 20015

$2,600,000 Asking Price

5 beds
4 baths
4,543  sqft
Built in 1956

Nestled in the forest of The National Park Pinehurst Tributary, this stunning home is on the market for only the second time since 1956. It has been thoughtfully renovated by its current owners, including an addition by Hamilton Snowber Architects and Mauck Zantzinger Builders, which showcases breathtaking forest views and eastern light. Interior design by Zoe Feldman, featured in Architectural Digest, creates inviting spaces that are both intimate and welcoming. Landscaping and hardscaping by Fritz & Gignoux has transformed the gardens into a seasonal paradise, featuring a storybook front garden and a flat rear lawn surrounded by blooming garden beds and native trees. In the adjacent park, a tranquil tributary flows through a canopy of majestic tulip poplars and oaks, with hiking paths along the peaceful stream. A winding stone path leads to the entrance of the brick colonial home, accentuated by large, imported English stone planters and crowned with climbing pink roses. Flowering dogwoods and vibrant azaleas create a stunning spring display. The screened-in porch offers breathtaking views and delightful birdsong, perfect for morning coffee. Natural light fills the home, and the property is complemented by low-voltage illumination at night. Four fireplaces enhance its charm, with the living room fireplace inviting cozy gatherings and seamless flow to the porch through French doors. The kitchen features a striking 12-foot island, a dining table accommodating eight, and stairs leading to the backyard. A unique saltwater fish tank and a wall of windows highlights the family room, while additional amenities include a Butler’s pantry, walk-in coat closet and a dry bar with engraved copper wall tiles. The elegant dining room features a telescoping mahogany table that accommodates twelve (most furniture is for sale), complemented by a magnificent chandelier and rich silk drapes. The main-floor bedroom suite, currently an office, overlooks lush gardens and is ideal for guests. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a hall bathroom. There is ample storage and an attic fan providing natural cooling. The private primary suite features custom closets, built-in bookshelves, a romantic fireplace, and a luxurious spa-like bath with radiant heat flooring. The renovated English basement includes an Au Pair/MIL suite, a spacious art studio with backyard access, and a recreation room with a wood-burning fireplace. There is a newly renovated table tennis room with French doors, and a laundry room and utility space. The backyard boasts a private stone terrace with an Italianate fountain—perfect for entertaining. Additional features include a whole-property irrigation system, path lighting, a wooden shed for refuse/recycling, and an Invisible Fence for dogs. Located in Barnaby Woods, Chevy Chase, DC, this tranquil sanctuary is just a short drive from Bethesda and downtown Washington, offering easy access to world-class dining and services.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Attic,Attic/House Fan,Bathroom - Jetted Tub,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Moldings,Entry Level Bedroom,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Kitchen - Table Space,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Skylight(s),Sound System,Sprinkler System,Studio,Wood Floors,Window Treatments
Basement:
English,Connecting Stairway,Fully Finished,Heated,Walkout Level,Side Entrance,Rear Entrance
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Central,Forced Air, Natural Gas,Electric
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 4
Disability Feature:
Level Entry - Main

Exterior

General:
Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting,Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial

Construction

General:
Brick, 3, Slab,Block

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
County:
WASHINGTON

Lot

Zoning:
R-1, 2359//0810
Fencing:
Invisible
Current Use:
0

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Compass, Sheryl M Blank-Barnes

About Washington, DC

Housing

Number of Units
355,879
Median Home Value
$676,049
Median Rent
$1,533

59.41% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.61% are vacant.

Commute

Car
26.04%
Public Transportation
22.45%
Walk to Work
9.05%
Work from Home
38.64%
Other
0.89%

The median travel time to work is 21 minutes.

People

Population
676,761
Median Age
35.60
Median Household Size
2.29

Education

High School
15.71%
Associate’s Degree
2.77%
Bachelor’s Degree
26.24%
Graduate Degree
36.17%

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