Description

NEW LISTING! Welcome to 1824 23rd Street, NW in the coveted and revered neighborhood of Kalorama. Built in 1912, this detached Georgian Colonial has been completely restored and impeccably renovated within the last seven years. This special residence is very impressive upon entering the spectacular double doors at the main entrance. The vestibule features and intricate patterns of mosaic tile with the street address of “1 8 2 4” inlaid. Another set of double doors leads to an expansive Entrance Hall. The Entrance Hall consists of views to the Living Room, Dining Room, a grand staircase to upper levels. There is also a coat closet and lovely Powder Room in the Hall. The polished nickel washstand with glass rails, by Waterworks, is one of the many stunning features of the Powder Room.

One is immediately impressed with the original architectural elements, such as American chestnut ceiling beams, wood trim, moldings and pocket doors. The Living Room is of substantial expanse and offers multiple seating arrangements. This room is washed in sunlight and boasts multiple windows and doors looking onto the private Terrace and an ornate gas fireplace.

The formal Dining Room is adjacent to the Entrance Hall and Living Room. This room is perfect for grand-scale entertaining or intimate family gatherings. There are two sets of pocket doors and also a door into the Butler’s Pantry, which is adjacent to the Kitchen. Upon entering the Butler’s Pantry, one notices a plethora of cabinets and storage, a bar sink and a wine refrigerator.

The Kitchen rounds out the main living level. There is a large table, stainless steel appliances, hand-crafted cabinetry by WoodMode and nickel finishes, and honed Carrara Supreme marble counters. The flooring in the Kitchen and Mudroom is limestone by Ann Sacks. There is also a separate staircase which leads to the lower level plus the additional floors above.

After ascending the main staircase, there is a separate entrance to an expansive and formal Library. The Library features numerous shelves and cabinets throughout the entire room. There is a fireplace and door leading to a small balcony overlooking 23rd Street. Adjacent to the Library is a Sunroom for a multitude of uses. On this second level there is a private Den, an ensuite Bedroom and the first of two Primary Suites. The Primary Suite on the second level is quite generous in size and proportions. This Suite also boasts a lovely Sitting Room, an ensuite Full Bath with dual vanities and a large walk-in closet. This Suite also has a gas fireplace.

The third level of this residence features yet another Primary Suite with a Juliet balcony overlooking Bancroft Place and views to Mitchell Park, an ensuite Full Bath, a fireplace and an extremely large walk-in closet. This level also consists of a Hall Bath with soaking tub and two more Guest Bedrooms.
The Lower Level has a multitude of large Storage Rooms, a Fitness Room which could also be used as a Guest Bedroom, a Washroom, and a Full Bath. There are two more exterior Storage Rooms in the back of the home.

Some of other notable features: an attached Two-Car Garage and a large gated and private Terrace adjacent to the Living Room.

This residence is located across the street from Mitchell Park. The Kalorama neighborhood is known to be the home of many diplomats, dignitaries, and embassies, just to name a few. Close proximity to Dupont Circle, Woodley Park, Georgetown, Rock Creek Park and Rock Creek Parkway. 1824 23rd St, NW offers convenience, residential privacy and urban liveliness all in one spectacular location.