231 Quackenbos Street NE

Washington, DC 20011

This unique hidden gem on the corner lot hill stands out from the pack. A confident blend of open concept, great flow, and lots of thoughtful renovations done by the owners for themselves. Spacious living room with wall of windows, built-in 7.2 surround sound system, leads to the airy dining room. Grand gourmet, bright kitchen features tons of custom white shaker cabinets with clever storage, gorgeous marble counters, newer stainless steel appliances, spice cabinets, 2 deep sinks, huge island with wine/beer fridge, skylight, full rich backsplash. Completing the main level are the inspiring library with gas fireplace and relaxing bay window seat, comfortable full bath, 2nd washer/dryer hookup.Upstairs includes king-sized primary en suite, custom walk-in closet system, French balcony, perched high for unobstructed views for miles. Refreshing primary spa-like bath with dual marble vanity, claw-foot tub, separate shower with bench. Plus another creative full bath and 2 more sunny bedrooms.Surprisingly tall finished, private entrance basement, perfect for rental or au pair apartment: full kitchen with granite, newer stainless steel, white shaker cabinets, large laundry room, big fresh full bath, 2 more spacious, true bedrooms. Windows, solar tubes, recessed lighting just about everywhere in the house! Fully-owned solar panel system.Meticulously reimagined grounds. Fully-fenced back, side yard is an entertainer's dream of expansive deck, benches, fire pit, wrap-around bar with pergola, large flagstone patio. 2-car garage, EV car charger, attic! Magnificently adorned with welcoming lighting, the staircase, stone walls, walkway frame pastoral gardens with butterfly-coddling lavender, daisies, hibiscus, black-eyed Susans, roses, trees of holly, fig, magnolia, dogwood, crape myrtle, and more.Owners lovingly renovated over the past 4 years with more than $450,000 in upgrades and improvements. So close to Takoma Park, dining, bars like Hellbender Brewery, Chacho Spirits, shopping, groceries, parks, community centers, gyms, Ft. Totten Art Place, Metro, tons of main thoroughfares while on a side street!