District Home Magazine April 2014 | Page 15

9815 RAPLEy PRESERvE DRIvE, PoToMAC , MD 20814 oFFERED AT $3,995,000 W elcome to this extraordinary sophisticated country villa impeccably designed by acclaimed architect, Michael Marshall, and constructed by award-winning Natelli Builders. This sensational home combines the finest top quality materials with expert workmanship and reflects the pride of ownership. From the spectacular Great Room with two-story custom wood beamed ceiling to the gourmet chef ’s Kitchen with two separate islands to the custom-milled English Library with complex ceiling design and palladian picture window to the embassy size formal Living and Dining Rooms with dramatic volume ceilings and distinct fireplaces, no detail has been compromised in presenting this home of distinction. Complementing the first floor is a fabulous transitional Gallery/Foyer with European vaulted ceiling and exterior French doors as well as a luxurious Master Bedroom Suite with distinct fireplace and exotic hardwood floors. Further enhancing the home’s appeal are two upper level guest Bedroom Suites and a fully finished lower level complete with Recreation/Game Room, full service custom milled Bar, large Exercise Room/ Fifth Bedroom, Guest Bedroom, and two deluxe full baths. This very special home is beautifully sited on a half-acre lot featuring a large courtyard with designer pavers, multi-tiered flagstone terraces and breathtaking professional landscaping highlighted with specimen plantings and mature trees. Ideally located in the prestigious Rapley community within Avenel, this unique home presents an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for its future owners. MARC FLEISHER | 202-364-5200 x2927 O | 202-438-4880 C Photos, vir tual tour and