1812 N CALVERT STREET

$1,590,000  |  1812 N CALVERT STREET, ARLINGTON, VA 22201

Welcome to the captivating and sun drenched home of 1812 N Calvert St in Lyon Village. Nestled on a low traffic street & a professionally landscaped 6600 sqft property, this 1924 bungalow has been architecturally expanded and beautifully designed to help you live an enchanted lifestyle. Enter the property past the white picket fence main home through a beautiful foyer, leading to the spacious living room, w/ wood burning fireplace, followed by the formal dining room and a breakfast room, beautiful kitchen with granite counters, a great room with a showstopper, brick surround gas fireplace and a 2 story cathedral ceilings and doors that open to a Stay-cation style backyard. The main level also has 2 nice bedrooms, a full bath with clawfoot tub & separate shower, and large laundry room with storage. The upper level is an owners retreat! The beautiful space includes a large bedroom, 2 huge walk in closets, a renovated owners bath room, a sitting room, AND an office area. Holding true to old world character, it blends with the modern day needs and luxuries. Home details include wood floors Craftsman era trim detail, 9 foot ceilings or more through out the living areas. Step out back of the family room to a large beautiful deck with a retractable awning, allowing just the perfect amount of light through depending on your mood. Such a private backyard and so beautiful with fish ponds, manicured grasses and brick pavers for a no-mow yard and a resort style relaxation. Through the back of the property is a 2 story accessory dwelling, fully furnished boasting a living room with cathedral ceilings, a kitchen with skylights, a full bath, bedroom and laundry room. This additional dwelling can be used for family, guests, au pair, in laws, a home office, supplemental income or more! Back out from are 2 separate driveways on either side of the property. And the location can not be beat! Close to Lee Highway, but protected by the service road, so little traffic comes through. A quick walk to 2 metros, Clarendon restaurants, shops, or a stones throw to Georgetown. Recent improvements to the home include tankless water heater, new furnace for both main house(2019) & cottage(2014), updated appliances, 5 year old roof, additional insulation and meticulously serviced and maintained.