8517 Marquette, Vienna, VA 22180

Property Description

This home was purchased by these owners 25 years ago! Well loved by this family for its many desirable qualities and cherished neighbors, they hope the next owners will enjoy living here as much as they did! it provides two somewhat distinct opportunities: a buyer who wishes to retain its convenient floorplan with easy one level living (yet plenty of room for guests, entertainment, and storage on the lower level) or a buyer who sees the consistent emergence of new construction in this sought-after corridor and desires a unique and new product. Sited on a 1/4 acre lot, there is off-street parking and mature plantings and gardens. The backyard is completely fenced and has a wonderful tree house and a shed that convey. The back yard can be entered from the outside gate or from 2 doors in a most attractive screened porch that boasts of quality construction, a ceiling fan light, 2 skylights and a cathedral ceiling. One can totally enjoy the natural beauty of the area in the privacy of their own backyard and expand inside entertaiining possibilities. Sidewalks in the front yard further promote a neighborly atmosphere! As you enter the home, a defined foyer leads to either the dining room or the living room with the kitchen in between. The dining room has a cathedral ceiling with an attractive fixture, and the living room has a large picture window and a cathedral ceiling. A fully equipped kitchen offers granite countertops and cherry cabinetry. Three bedrooms, a hall bath, a master ensuite and excellent hallway closet space complete the first level. Two of the three bedrooms offer double exposure; the first floor boasts of oak floors with a cherry finish. The lower level offers some surprising features: a spacious rec room with an attractive wood burning fireplace and a wall TV which conveys with the home; 2 large storage closets (one with cedar shelving) and a utility room with additional storage space. A recently renovated bathroom and a bedroom that meets County requirements for proper egress. A large workroom with washer, dryer, laundry sink, freezer, shelving and a large and well-built work bench will convey. The home was substantially renovated in the first eight years of ownership and those efforts continued to serve this family well. The new owners can choose their own updates. Even the exterior orange burg pipe was replaced! Conveniently located jut 1.6 miles from the metro, with sought-after schools and easy access to the Beltway, Route 66 and the Tysons Corridor. Cultural activities, numerous parks, historic sites, INOVA Fairfax Hospital and proximity to Washington C and Reagan and Dulles Airports (about 15 miles) are also sought-after featues. The Vienna Arts Society, Wolf Trap and the Vienna Community Center are wonderful cultural centers. We thank you for visiting!!