The inspiration for Langley House dates to the 1719 when Thomas Lee, the owner of Virginia's famed Stratford Hall, acquired this property via a royal land grant. Langley referred to the name of Lee's family estate in England. In keeping with the rich history of its location, Langley House is newly built but inspired by the finest traditions of 18th century architecture and design with a distinctly 21st century flair.Langley House is prominently situated on a gentle knoll encompassing over an acre in exclusive Langley Forest. Gracious in both scale and attention to detail, this exceptional 10,000 square foot estate residence exudes a sense of refinement and is embellished with luxurious, high-end details throughout. Guests arrive to Langley House via a stately entry hall flanked by a grand dining room and an elegant living room with a wood-burning fireplace. The entry hall leads to a bright family room and gourmet chef's kitchen with a generous butler's pantry, making it the ideal home for both grand-scale entertaining and comfortable day to day living. The main level of the residence also features a richly paneled study, a sun-drenched conservatory, a second home office, and a pair of powder rooms. A grand staircase leads to the upper level which reveals a luxurious master suite with a comfortable sitting room, two oversized walk-in closets and an exquisite master bath complete with a large shower, soaking tub and separate water closet. In addition to the master suite, this level also includes four additional bedrooms, each with their own full bathroom and generous closet. Downstairs, the bright, walkout lower level is perfect for entertaining all ages with an expansive recreation room, a majestic stone fireplace and fully appointed bar with granite counter tops, a refrigerator, sink, and dishwasher. The lower level also boasts a sixth bedroom and full bath, perfect for use as a guest or au pair suite, and a large unfinished space for storage, a future theatre, or almost anything that an owner might imagine. Throughout the home, the systems are state-of-the-art.The exterior of the home offers the same fine quality and detailed craftsmanship as the interior, and it serves as a natural extension of the home. The spacious backyard has a lovely stone patio and ample space for a pool or additional customized hardscaping . Two parking courts as well as spacious three-car garage complete this luxurious offering.In addition to the exceptional features, the location of Langley House is among the best in the region. Less than 2 miles from the heart of McLean and less than 5 miles to Washington, DC, this location offers convenient access to almost every major destination in the region. Inspired by its rich 18th century heritage, Langley House is unquestionably one of the finest offerings in modern day McLean, Virginia.
