2705 Woodley Road,
Washington,
DC
20008
Gut Rehab" with construction permits and all inspections cleared! "Unmatched quality of renovation in the neighborhood." - Open House comment. WOODLEY PARK Historic District Harry Wardman signature front-porch row house modernized by a Gut Rehab including structural reinforcement and gaining full-height basement is now move-in ready. This spectacular, luxurious, turn-key historic home has a fenced backyard and private full-size 2-car garage. This breathtaking gem has many premium features. Offering modern comfortable living with all of the stately character of its early Twentieth Century architecture. The renovation included complete removal and replacement of wiring and plumbing from public utilities throughout the home and true fiber optic connection to fiber supply. Walls and ceilings were insulated and doors replaced with full-sized solid core doors throughout including a premium Provia custom front door. Living space is maximized with an OPEN FLOORPLAN on the main level, featuring beautiful 100-year-old hardwood floors, custom Marvin picture windows with lots of warm natural light. New dual-zoned ducted heat-pump HVAC with electric back-up provides modern, consistent, and efficient climate control. Soaring 9' ceilings with classic crown molding and recessed LED lighting provide a bright and finished atmosphere for relaxing or entertaining. Facing South onto picturesque Woodley Road, the home offers an inviting front porch for relaxation steps away from the National Zoo, the shops of Woodley, and the Metro. The luxury gourmet kitchen is built around an expansive island with a massive 4'x10' anti-glare 1.5" leathered-finish premium Ogee-edged imported Italian Marble countertop. Custom 3/4" Maple Bridgewood cabinets with soft-close hardware and matched polished 1.5" imported Italian Marble with the same Ogee edge. A premium high-output 5-burner gas cooktop is paired with an LED-lighted high-output range hood with convenient remote control. Custom under-cabinet electrical outlets provide convenience while preserving the clean look of the backsplash on both sides of the kitchen. Modern stainless-steel appliances enhance the crisp appeal of the kitchen while a premium Hansgruhe faucet adorns the island's sink opposite a 10' breakfast bar. Practicality and quality matters with a quiet contemporary Series 5 Fisher and Paykel two-drawer dishwasher and surprisingly-quiet 1-hp continuous-feed garbage disposal, dual wall-ovens for maximum flexibility. Hosting is made easier with an under-counter wine cooler and adjacent butler pantry with built-in cabinets, granite countertop, sink, and high-end 100lb ice maker. Fixtures throughout have solid brass cores. The rear entrance from the locally sourced Shenandoah Bluestone patio is a mudroom with heated-tile floor and 5 built-in custom boot cabinets. The butler pantry is hidden away by a space-saving decorative pocket door. Particular attention was given to the Master Suite renovation. This home now has a unique walk-in closet with custom-built shelving and an always-needed built-in shoe rack. The jewel in the Master Suite is the custom-designed and expertly executed luxury Master Bath boasting luxurious heated tile floor, Italian Carrera tile work, dual vanities, separate water closet, premium tiled open-concept shower with solid chrome Kohler Shower system and ceiling rain head. A custom-designed raised luxurious alcove with Italian Carrera tiled walls featuring dimmable lighting surrounding the oversized rectangular Kohler cast-iron soaking tub. KraftMade soft-close cabinets support the premium 1.5" imported Italian marble countertop with Ogee edge work, solid brass fixtures, and Italian Carrera tile work. Recessed lighting is enhanced by skylights and a remote-controlled Homewerks combo exhaust, day/night light, and networkable Bluetooth speaker. (All measurements are estimates.) So much more!