8890 Rhododendron Ct, Lorton, VA 22079
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elcome to your new 5 bedroom luxury home in the fabulous Laurel Hill community in the southern part of Fairfax County. From the enormous gourmet kitchen to the two story family room to the relaxing master suite, this spacious palace is packed with special features. Being on a pipestem off a cul-de-sac and backing to woods means extra privacy and no thru-traffic. The location is a commuter’s dream, situated just minutes from I-95 or a stress free trip into the city via the VRE commuter train. You will absolutely love being close to the amenities, schools, shopping, dining and recreation options in the Laurel Hill area.
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magine starting the day with a delicious breakfast in your lavish kitchen. The high end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, breakfast island and custom cabinets really make things simple. It is a beautiful morning so you enjoy your coffee or tea with views of the forest out on the private screened in patio. The soothing sounds of birds chirping by the distant creek makes for a peaceful setting to relax your mind to prepare for the day. This is the perfect morning, in the perfect home.
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s the day continues you can catch a ride to work in the city on the VRE train or quickly hop on I-95 and jet over to the Potomac Mills Outlet Mall for a fun afternoon. Depending on the season you can partake in a game of tennis at the community center or spend the day poolside. Perhaps you want to enjoy activities on the Potomac River or some recreation at one of the great area parks. The opportunities are seemingly endless.
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hen the sun sets you can unwind in your spacious 2 story family room, watch a movie in the oversized lower level recreation room or relax by the fire in the comfort of your master suite. With 5 bedrooms everyone will have a comfortable place to sleep.
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s you close your eyes before falling asleep you replay the day in your head. What an amazing day. What an amazing home.
MAIN LEVEL • 5 Bedrooms, 4 1/2 Bathrooms - Top notch builder (Pulte Homes) • Open & Spacious floorplan • Hardwood & ceramic floors throughout • Fabulous design elements: Crown molding, wainscoting, chair molding, White column room entrances • Custom window treatments • Security system w/ multi-level access, entrance camera • Spacious laundry room w/ large cabinets • Open 2-story foyer w/ contemporary design chandelier • Formal dining room w/ Crown and dental molding with emblem and chandelier • Large private study with French doors & bay window looking out into wooded area • Relaxing Living Room, Powder Room FAMILY ROOM • Two story living room with high ceiling & great views • Full height paneled fireplace w/ brick surround & door
KITCHEN • Open & spacious gourmet kitchen, walk-out to deck. • High end custom cabinets with rope and beveled panel design, glass front cabinets, built in wine racks, display areas, large walk-in pantry. • Granite countertops including large island and tumbled marble backsplash • Kitchen office command center - desk area w/ cabinets • Stainless steel appliances - Viking stove/oven, GE Monogram refrigerator, quiet dishwasher
UPPER LEVEL • Large master bedroom with tray ceiling, crown molding ceiling fan, double doors, large walk-in closet • Marble fireplace in master bedroom with surround book shelf to the ceiling and crown molding • Large windows overlooking county park protected woodlands • Spacious master bath shower stall with sitting area and luxurious bath tub • 4 total upper bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms • All upstairs bathrooms have high-end granite countertops • 2nd story overlook of foyer & family room LOWER LEVEL • Fully finished walkout basement with high ceilings , spacious recreation room with workout area, lounge, entertainment area. • Lower level bedroom with full bathroom, basement is prepped for wet bar and kitchen. • Newly installed 75 gallon extra-large water heater (December 2015) • 2 large storage areas with shelving for more organized storage & space for large items EXTERIOR • Two car garage. Completely dry-walled, freshly painted, ample shelving/cabinet, epoxy painted floor, new heavy duty garage door springs installed for quieter opening/closing • Private driveway off of pipestem with brick patio outlet for third car or visitor parking • Brick walkway to the front door and from front to the lower level (w/ motion sensor lights) • Back and east side of home opens into wooded area with a creek in the back of the house, large enough grass area to play volleyball or play soccer. • Two level maintenance free TREK composite deck. Lower deck swing, separate paver walkway to lower level to facilitate large group gathering without disturbing the main floor • Upper deck w/ open area AND screened-in section with ceiling fan, great woodland views • Exterior newly painted trims and power washed • Chimney and gutter guards throughout • Professionally landscaped
LAUREL HILLS COMMUNITY • Great Lorton Location • Fairfax County Public School District schools are all right around the community. • Amenities: Tennis Courts, Clubhouse, Swimming Pool, Basketball Courts, Multiple Playgrounds, sidewalks, trails • Lots of wooded areas with abundant wildlife • Seasonal community activities throughout the year for adults & children
EASY ACCESS TO • Schools: Laurel Hill Elementary, South County Middle/ High • DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Crystal City (via I-95) • iNova Healthplex/hospital • Gerry Connoly Cross Country Trail • Occuquan Regional Park, South Run Stream Valley Park, Recreation Lake Park, Mason Neck State Park • Workhouse Arts Center • Amtrak & VRE Station • Laurel Hill Golf Club • Shopping/Dining/Recreation - Springfield Mall, Potomac Mills Outlets • Post Office, DMV, Fire Station
FOR COMMUTERS • Easy access to I-95, Route 1 • VRE Commuter Train • Commuter bus stop In Neighborhood
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From The Owners... Welcome to your new home! As the original owners, we can’t say enough about how blessed we feel to have lived in this wonderful home for the past 9 years. We love the natural beauty that surrounds us and we love our caring neighbors. We enjoy being part of the vibrant and active Laurel Hill community, but also enjoy the privacy this house provides. From the moment we walked in the front door the first day we fell in love with the gorgeous open floorplan and the fine design of the build. The home portrays a luxurious feel with the crown molding, wainscoating and hardwood floors. The workmanship and quality of the home have impressed us as well. We are particularly fond of our stunning gourmet chef ’s kitchen. This room has been the focal point of all our gatherings and our favorite way to entertain friends. It has everything we wanted from the granite countertops to the large kitchen island to the breakfast area. The warm colors of the cabinets highlight the detailed design and the storage space is seemingly endless. The view of the forest in the back is an added bonus and really makes this our favorite room in the house. We have loved spending time on the enclosed deck. Watching the tree’s transform from the early bloom of spring to their evolving shades in summer to their exquisite colors in fall to the white color of the snow in winter is stunning. Listening to the birds chirping in the early morning, or the flow of rushing water from the distant creek after a thunderstorm provides relaxing solitude. It is truly a quiet escape and a place to be one with nature. Our two-tiered deck and side yard often came in handy when hosting youth groups to play volleyball or holding a women’s gathering for our church. Guests can walk directly to the back of the home or down to the walkout basement using the brick paved path. One of my favorite memories is sitting on the lower deck in the summer, rocking on the bench swing and enjoying the cool breeze and the watching the butterflies in the forest.
We moved in when our daughter was in 8th grade, and chose Fairfax County because of its superb school system. South County High School was excellent for Advance Placement tests, college preparation, and for playing varsity tennis. It prepared her well for her college life at UVA. Given our close proximity to the nation’s capital we had family and friends visit us several times a year. Our home has always been welcoming and spacious when hosting guests or throwing festive parties. We once hosted over 80 people for a Christmas party – and everyone remained comfortable. It has been amazing to see how the community and Lorton in general has evolved and matured into a premier community in southern Fairfax County. We are now surrounded by some amazing resources and amenities such the brand new Laurel Hill Elementary and South County Middle school, access to some great sports and cultural facilities – swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, football, soccer, softball, and lacrosse fields; tot lots & playgrounds; a championship golf course; art centers; libraries; brand new INOVA healthplex making it convenient; cross county trails; and the soon to come Liberty Crest development. From a commuting standpoint I have enjoyed taking the VRE to Crystal City for work. Parking at Lorton station was easy and I could get to the office in 30 minutes without stress. That is a convenience you rarely find in DC area and another benefit of living in this home. To sum it all up, this is a great home that can easily accommodate a growing or extended family. We have been truly blessed here and have created many beautiful and fond memories. I hope your family will also be blessed with joy, lots of laughter, and peace. Enjoy. Sincerely, The Shah Family
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