Property Attributes
- MLS#VAAR2040910
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyARLINGTON
- CityArlington
- NeighborhoodNorth Arlington
- Zip22207
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1898
- Taxes$ 10461
- Price$ 4,900,000
- Bedrooms6
- Full Bathrooms6
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage5119
- Lot Size0.49 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Every once in a while, a rare opportunity presents itself. The famous Birchland Estate has been completely reprised and awaits its next stewards! Sited on one of the highest points in Arlington, this property will amaze you with stunning rooftop views and envelop you in its private tree canopy. With one foot rooted in the past & another in a complete renovation & expansion, this home is a perfect blend of living history & unparalleled luxury. Dating to before the Civil War, the property has changed hands just a few times since its land grant from Lord Fairfax in the 1720s. Due to its location & elevation, in 1861 the original mansion became the headquarters of Civil War General Winfield Hancock, and home to the Spy Tree, a significant sentry post protecting Washington DC. The large oak in the front yard is a sapling, continuing the arbor legacy dating back to 1606. In the late 19th century, the home was rebuilt & expanded (including the use of reclaimed materials from President McKinleys inauguration stand (c1897)). Beginning in 2022, the residence began a meticulous renovation & expansion, resulting in a perfectly curated masterpiece. Preservation was an important focus and visitors will notice natural elements including the exposed hand-hewn timbers repurposed from President McKinleys 1897 inauguration structure. The heart of pine floors come from 19th century studs, beams & rafters deconstructed from the original kitchen structure and carefully milled and transformed into beautiful flooring. Elegant light fixtures & door hardware are curated throughout the home to celebrate the grace of a post-Civil War Mansion. A custom spiral staircase has been meticulously constructed and the Living Room features a barn-style sliding paneled door. The original wood burning fireplace & mantle have been restored. Glass paneled doors lead into a Main Level Bedroom Suite or Executive Study, with full bath & private patio entrance. Three traditional archways frame the main hall. The Dining Room is suited for grand entertaining. The Mudroom boasts inset cabinets, cubbies, a Powder Room, and side entrance, across from a perfectly curated Scullery, (a gorgeous second catering kitchen w/ modern amenities, stainless appliances & service windows to the patio). The new wing of the home is breathtaking with beautiful light fixtures, white-oak flooring and large windows. The chefs Kitchen provides Wolf & Subzero, Marble counters, inset custom cabinetry, and a farmhouse sink imported from Shaws of England. There is a charming Breakfast Nook w/ a built-in bench. The adjoining Family Room features a coffered ceiling & charming stone gas fireplace, and opens to the courtyard. Three beautiful bedrooms upstairs each have a private Bathroom and a walk-in closet. The upper level also opens to a tree-level balcony. The upstairs laundry Room is spacious & sunny with an old English drying rack, inset cabinetry, LG machines, a Villery & Boch farmhouse sink & balcony access. A beautiful Primary Suite offers a vaulted ceiling, linear gas fireplace and Walk-in closets w/built-ins. A striking Marble Bath boasts a European style bidet & glass enclosed steam-shower. The fourth level loft has stunning natural light, vaulted ceilings, Full Bath, and enormous sliders that open to a large roof-top entertaining area with Ipe deck & stone accents & covered outdoor Wet Bar. This level can be used as a Bedroom suite, Office, Family Room or Studio. Whether its a sunny day or beautiful sunset, the private rooftop terrace will inspire you! The lowest level offers a charming Whiskey Bar, full of character, ready for a quiet beverage and intimate conversation. The flat acre double-lot is yours to enjoy, or add to your estate with a pool, 3-car garage & guest quarters (plans convey), or sit back, look out over the beautiful property & large lawn and enjoy. Plan a tour of this iconic home. Welcome to The Birchland Estate!
Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
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Jamestown Elementary School | Williamsburg Middle School | Yorktown High School |
Price History | |
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3/9/2024 | Listed $4,900,000 |
General Features
Interior Features | 2nd Kitchen,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Curved Staircase,Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Exposed Beams,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Traditional,Forma |
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Sewer | Public Sewer |
Heating | Central,Forced Air,Heat Pump - Electric BackUp,Heat Pump(s),Programmable Thermostat,Zoned |
Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central A/C,Heat Pump(s),Programmable Thermostat,Zoned |
Utilities | Electric Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Under Ground,Water Available,Sewer Available |
Possession | Settlement |
Roof | Slate,Composite,Tile |
Appliances | Built-In Microwave,Built-In Range,Commercial Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Icemaker,Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Six Burner Stove,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Was |
Zoning | R-10 |
Pool Y/N | No Pool |
Architectural Style | Colonial |
Security Features | Smoke Detector,Main Entrance Lock,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Exterior Cameras |
Construction Materials | Mixed |
Year Built | 1898 |
Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
View | Panoramic,Trees/Woods |
Levels | 4 |
Tax Year | 2023 |
Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
Cool Fuel | Electric |
Accessibility | None |
Additional Parcels Description | second buildable lot conveys |
County | ARLINGTON |
New Construction | No |
Property Type | Residential |
HOA / Comm Assn | No |
Subdivision Name | NORTH ARLINGTON |
Garage Y/N | No |
Water Access Y/N | No |
Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
Transportation | Airport less than 10 miles,Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles |
Status | ACTIVE |
Directions | GPS |
ModificationTimestamp | 2024-04-23T13:08:05 |
City | ARLINGTON |
Buyer Agent Compensation | 2.5 |
Disclosures | Prop Disclosure,Lead Based Paint - State |
Senior Community Y/N | No |
Lot Size Square Feet | 21431.00 |
Tax Assessed Value | 0.0 |
Waterfront Y/N | No |
Street Name | GLEBE |
Spa Features | Indoor,Private |
Tax Annual Amount | 10461.0 |
Home Warranty Y/N | No |
Property Condition | Excellent |
Structure Type | Detached |
Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
Price Per Sq Ft | 1061.99 |
Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
Additional Parcels Y/N | Yes |
Historic Y/N | No |
Lease Considered Y/N | No |
Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
Virtual Tour | https://homes.btwimages.com/vd/130046046 |
Total SQFT | 5119 |
Days on Market | 43 |
Standard Status | Active |
Year Built Source | Estimated |
Legal Subdivision | COUNTRY CLUB MANORS |
Tax Lot | 3 |
Buyer Agent Compensation Type | % Of Gross |
Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
Heating Fuel | Electric,Natural Gas,Central |
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Basement | Outside Entrance,Rear Entrance |
Flooring | Hardwood,Ceramic Tile,Concrete,Solid Hardwood,Tile/Brick |
Total Fireplaces | 3 |
Fireplace Features | Brick,Gas/Propane,Mantel(s),Stone,Wood,Fireplace - Glass Doors,Insert |
Hot Water | Natural Gas,Tankless |
Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
Heating Y/N | Yes |
Window Features | Double Hung,Double Pane,Energy Efficient,Insulated,Low-E,Screens,Vinyl Clad |
Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
Above Grade Finished Area | 4614 |
Full Baths | 6 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Street Suffix | ROAD |
Central Air Y/N | Yes |
Total Bedrooms | 6 |
Below Grade Finished Area | 505 |
Room Type | Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Family Room,Foyer,2nd Stry Fam Rm,Laundry,Mud Room,Other,Office,Utility Room,Bonus Room |
Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
Laundry Type | Hookup,Upper Floor,Washer In Unit,Dryer In Unit |
Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
Below Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 5 |
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1 |
Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 1 |
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 4 |
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 5 |
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1.00 |
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4.00 |
Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 0.00 |
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 5 |
Above Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
Total Baths | 7 |
Exterior Features
Parking Features | Gravel Driveway,Brick Driveway |
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Lot Features | Level,Partly Wooded,Premium,Private |
Water Source | Public |
Total Parking Spaces | 10 |
Type of Parking | On Street,Driveway,Other |
Land Use Code | 004 |
Foundation Details | Block,Brick/Mortar |
Spa | Yes |
Water View Y/N | No |
Lot Size Acres | 0.49 |
Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
Lot Size Source | Estimated |
Door Features | Sliding Glass |
Land Assessed Value | 832900.00 |
Navigable Water Y/N | No |
Water Oriented Y/N | No |
Room Details
Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
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2nd Stry Fam Rm | Upper 2 | Balcony Access,Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Recessed,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
Bedroom 2 | Upper 1 | Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood | ||
Bedroom 3 | Upper 1 | Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood,Balcony Access | ||
Bedroom 4 | Upper 1 | Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood | ||
Bonus Room | Lower 1 | Flooring - Concrete,Lighting - Recessed,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
Dining Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood | ||
Family Room | Main | |||
Foyer | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood | ||
Kitchen | Main | Breakfast Nook,Breakfast Bar,Crown Molding,Countertop(s) - Solid Surface,Countertop(s) - Granite,Dining Area,Fireplace - Gas,Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood,Kitchen - Gas Cooking,Kitchen - Eat-in,Lighting - Pendants,Lighting - Recessed | ||
Laundry | Upper 1 | Balcony Access,Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Recessed,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
Living Room | Main | Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Recessed,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
Mud Room | Main | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Lighting - Ceiling,Lighting - Recessed | ||
Office | Main | Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Recessed,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
Other | Main | Countertop(s) - Granite,Countertop(s) - Solid Surface,Flooring - Tile/Brick,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
Primary Bedroom | Upper 1 | Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Ceiling Fan(s),Fireplace - Gas,Flooring - HardWood,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Ceiling,Lighting - Recessed,Soaking Tub,Tub Shower,Walk-In Closet(s),Window Treatments,Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area | ||
Utility Room | Lower 1 | Flooring - Concrete,Lighting - Ceiling,Lighting - Recessed |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool