817 S ROYAL ST

A true gem nestled in sought after Yates Gardens! Enjoy open concept living, high-end finishes throughout, just under 2,000 sq ft on 3 finished levels, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a deep landscaped yard - all while living in the heart of Old Town Alexandria! A two-story brick addition was added in 2015, almost doubling the above grade sq ft and creating the master suite + the large eat-in kitchen/family room. Unparalleled curb appeal greets you with a welcoming pale blue front door and a front stone patio + garden. Moving to the interior of the home, the beautiful living room offers a large front window which allows natural light to flood the room and a classic wood burning fireplace surrounded by a stately mantle and charming built-ins. On the rear of the home is a magazine worthy kitchen featuring carrara marble counters, chef's stainless steel appliances, soft-close cabinets, white farmhouse sink, built-in dining nook with storage bench, and built-in media cabinet with shelving. Large windows and a glass door lead to the backyard oasis making for easy indoor to outdoor dining and entertaining from the kitchen. The main level is complete with entry coat closet and a rare powder room with designer wallpaper. On the upper level you will find a tranquil master suite with large closets, windows across the entire width of the back of the home overlooking the rear gardens, and a drop dead gorgeous attached master bathroom. The master bath includes a Victoria + Albert clawfoot tub, frameless glass shower and double sink vanity. There are two additional bedrooms and a 2nd full bathroom (with tub shower + linen closet) on the upper level. Enjoy these two cozy room as bedrooms or offices. Or if 1 larger bedroom is desired instead, the wall between the 2 secondary bedrooms is not load bearing and can come down. The finished lower level features an egress window making a 4th legal bedroom, a 3rd renovated full bath with shower, and full size stacked laundry. Enjoy outdoor living at its very best with a fully fenced, deep backyard with extensive landscaping and hardscaping, built-in bar and grill, and tiered patio offering multiple seating areas. Other unique features include: Gorgeous white oak hardwood floors stained classic grey throughout main and upper level; Chic runners on both staircases; Exposed brick wall in both upper level bathrooms and kitchen. New Electrical Panel (Dec. 2018). Fireplace Chimney Re-Lined (2019). New Washer/Dryer (2020). New floor in lower level bedroom/rec room and upper level hall bath (2019). Gas Hot Water Heater (Dec. 2014). 2-zone HVAC (2018 & 2015). Easy street parking for residents and guests. Quick stroll to The Potomac River, Jones Point Park, Balduccis, Lyles Crouch Elementary, and many of Old Town's adored restaurants and shops! 10 min to National Airport, 1.5 mile to King St Metro.