An Extraordinary Riverfront Estate

MCENEARNEY
A S S O C I AT E S , I N C . R E A LT O R S ®
11201 Gunston Road
Mason Neck, Virginia
An Extraordinary
Riverfront Estate
Vacation at Home ...
... and discover the unending pleasures of the waterfront lifestyle!
Located in an elegant, gated community, this stunning 5 acre estate boasts a 12,000+
square foot custom-built luxury home and carriage house overlooking the Potomac
River. No detail was overlooked - from the open floor plan featuring six bedrooms, each
with private bath, to the stunning finishes and fixtures that perfectly frame the expansive
river views. The private dock, community dock, and exquisite rear yard with custom
vanishing-edge pool, built-in hot tub, patio and custom decking allow for the best in
outdoor relaxation and recreation. Plentiful resort amenities including sauna, steam
shower, exercise room, in-home theatre and game room make this the final destination
for luxurious living, grand entertaining or just getting away from it all.
Floorplan
FAMILY ROOM
22'1" x 22'
LIBRARY
22'1" x 16'3"
SUNROOM
20' x 19'4"
UP
DOWN
LIVING ROOM
22'1" x 17'10"
MAIN LEVEL
BREAKFAST
ROOM
18'2" x 22'
POWDER
ROOM
UP
FOYER
BUTLER’S
PANTRY
DINING ROOM
22'3" x 17'3"
KITCHEN
15' x 22'
PANTRY
GARAGE
25'5" x 36'
LAUNDRY
14'1" x 10'
Main Level
Welcome to this magnificent custom home.
Designed to enhance the natural beauty of the
waterfront setting, the thoughtful quality of every
detail and finish is evident throughout the house.
Enter through the hand crafted door made of
beautiful Lyptus wood- an exotic and sustainable
hardwood. The grand foyer with graceful sweeping
staircase and travertine tile floors sets a lovely stage
for the breathtaking views of the Potomac from two
stories of floor to ceiling windows in the impressive
and serene family room.
To the right, the stately dining room with Lyptus
wood floors, recessed lighting and deep moldings
offers views of the lush grounds and river views
through the butler’s pantry.
Spacious enough
for large gatherings, the elegant setting provides
a space of quiet intimacy. The adjacent butler’s
pantry allows ease for indulgent entertaining with
wet bar, discreet U-line refrigerator, purified ice
maker, custom wine rack and ample storage in the
custom Rutt cabinetry.
Main Level
Living Space
Open to the upper level, the casually
elegant family room with twenty foot
ceilings, cozy custom-cast stone gas
fireplace, built in 50” flat panel television
and state of the art surround sound
speakers creates a comfortable space for
entertaining or tranquil repose in the heart
of the house. The winding staircase to the
upper level draws the eye upwards taking
full advantage of the riverscape.
LIBRARY
The venerable study with cherry paneling,
marble-surround gas fireplace and custom
cabinetry for books and important papers
offers a respite space for all intellectual
pursuits. Oriented to the panoramic scenery
of the river; inspiration or distraction come
in equal measures through the wall of
windows.
SUNROOM
Truly a sanctuary within the main house,
the sunroom offers 180-degree views and
the soft silhouette shades and vaulted
ceilings with fan and recessed lighting
create an ambience of serenity.
Main Level
Kitchen
A feast for the eyes, soul and palate, no stone was
block and integrated trash and recycling system
left unturned in the design of this state of the
disguise the essential. Ample counter space
art kitchen. Enjoy sweeping vistas of the river
and two separate sinks make pleasant work for
as you prepare gourmet meals or comfort food
multiple cooks and the breakfast bar offers front
for guests or family.
Vermont Verde antique
row seats for friends and family. The spacious
marble counter tops and custom Rutt cabinetry
walk-in pantry with custom hardwood shelves
provide an elegant residential aesthetic for
and integrated wine storage keeps necessities
this commercial quality kitchen. Any chef will
close at hand.
appreciate the professional-quality appliances
including Abbaka custom hood and industrial
exhaust, Thermador Professional six-burner
cook top and grill, twin Thermador wall
ovens, built-in microwave, full sized Bosch
dishwasher
and
Fisher
Pakel
dishwasher
drawer. The cabinetry is thoughtfully designed
for maximum function with custom drawers for
spices, knives and bread. The built-in butcher
Upper Level
Upper Floorplan
BALCONY
OPEN TO BELOW
BEDROOM
16'3" x 16'9"
MASTER SITTING ROOM
16'8" x 25'
CLOSET
BATH
LINEN
CLOSET
OPEN TO
BELOW
BEDROOM
24' x 19'
OPEN TO
BELOW
UPPER LEVEL
WALK IN
CLOSET
CLOSET
LINEN
BATH
BATH
MASTER BEDROOM
16'8" x 16'7"
DRESSING
AREA
MASTER
BATH
BEDROOM
15'6" x 19'6"
BATH
WALK IN
CLOSET
STORAGE
Master Suite
Overlooking a wide expanse of water on Gunston
The dual dressing rooms will satisfy even the most
Cove , the superlative master suite is a retreat unto
devoted shoppers. Each is appointed with custom
itself. Here, you will find everything you need from
cabinetry including drawers, shelves, full length
the large sitting room to the morning pantry and
mirrors and each has a fireproof safe
safe.. Additionally,
romantic riverside balcony.
one offers a built-in ironing board, the other a floor-
The sitting room has plenty of space to enjoy your
standing gun vault.
breakfast before starting the day, relax with a glass
The luxurious master bath suite is elegantly appointed
of wine after work, read a book before bed or catch
with marble walls, floors, and vanity tops, as well as
the nightly news. The adjacent morning pantry with
custom plantation shades created to perfectly match
copper sink, U-line refrigerator with ice maker and
the cabinetry. The two-person steam shower will
Rutt cabinetry is the perfect cache for all your favorite
pamper you with four main specialty shower heads,
refreshments. The gracious balcony with lighting and
massage jets, a hand-held shower head and several
sound system is perfectly situated between the sitting
water spouts. Intricate stone detailing, a long bench
room and bedroom area so you can relax and enjoy
and two drains complete this expansive walk-in
the sunrise over the Potomac River al fresco from the
shower. Large windows and columns expertly frame
comfort of your bedroom.
the two-person Americh soaking tub. Double vanities
In keeping with the sleek, technological savvy of
and mirrored wall allow for plenty of space to prepare
this custom home, the arched, columned entry to
for the day or a night out. The water closet discreetly
the bedroom area is accented by a remote-controlled
hides the lavatory and bidet.
drop-down 43 inch Panasonic flat panel television and
in-wall speakers.
Upper Level
The wide grand foyer stairway and the
winding rear staircase expertly meet on the
home’s upper level, creating a wonderful
open landing that overlooks the living
areas below and expansive river views. The
landing offers access to the four spacious
bedroom suites, generous linen pantry and
attic stairway. The rooftop widow’s walk,
easily accessible from the attic HVAC room,
boasts amazing panoramic views of the
estate and Potomac.
Each bedroom suite has beautiful Lyptus
hardwood flooring, luxurious en-suite bath
with walk-in shower, custom cabinetry and
marble or granite countertops. Other fine
details such as deep crown moldings and
baseboards, recessed lighting, wall safes, and
ample walk-in closets with custom shelving
balance aesthetics and utility. The master
bedroom and rear bedroom suite overlook
the river as the front suites enjoy views of the
long country driveway and the breadth of
the five acre estate.
Lower Level
Lower Level Floorplan
SITTING ROOM
22' x 22'
A/V
RECREATION
ROOM
23'3" x 22'
GAME ROOM
BEDROOM
9'8" x 21'
THEATER ROOM
24'4" x 22'
A/V
BAR
BATH
STORAGE
BEDROOM
9'8" x 21'
UTILITIES
SHOWER
BATH
SAUNA
UP
STEAM
ROOM
SPA
LOWER LEVEL
EXERCISE ROOM
18'7" x 19'6"
Lower Level
The lower level of the main house blends perfectly
space for relaxation, recreation,
rejuvenation,
entertaining and indulging your guests’ every
whim.
RECREATION SUITE
The spacious recreation suite offers a myriad
of choices.
An elegant and comfortable sitting
area with marble surround gas fireplace offers
the perfect perch for relaxing and enjoying the
restorative river views. Beautiful marble floors,
columns and custom lighting accent the gaming
area complete with its own sleek S-curve granite
bar featuring Rutt cabinetry, a full sized built-in
refrigerator, Fisher Pakel drawer dishwasher,
custom tile backsplash and pendant lighting.
French doors off the poker/game niche open to
the patio, river and rear grounds. The technology
wall offers a state of the art integrated sound and
entertainment system which is easily controlled
from the master panels for maximum enjoyment.
THEATER
Just off the gaming area, the projection theatre
room with 135” Stewart screen, surround sound,
graduated rows of 9 reclining seats with full
armrests and cup holders is ideal for comfortable
private screenings.
Lower Level
RESORT-QUALITY SPA
The custom in-home spa offers resort-quality
amenities. Entering this calming sanctuary one
can feel the cares of the day slipping away. Cove
lighting, coral tile and a soothing color palette
all enhance the ambience to afford maximum
relaxation. Enjoy the dry sauna or take a steam
in the steam room. Afterward, relax in the walk
in shower with twelve-faucet chandelier shower
head. Half bath with marble vanity and custom
Rutt cabinetry, laundry closet and space for
dressing complete this portrait of repose.
TWO PRIVATE GUEST SUITES
Equipped to provide unparalleled hospitality, the
IN HOME GYM- WORKOUT ROOM
main house features two comfortable guest suites;
The workout room lacks nothing for providing
each with private bath, lush carpet, ample closet
all manner of workouts. Equipped with recessed
space and soft silhouette shades. The Washington
lighting, ceiling fan, mirrored wall, television and
Suite offers stunning views of the river through
state of the art speaker system to really keep you
oversized windows.
moving; there are no excuses for not squeezing in
equipped with a deep soaking tub.
a visit to the gym.
The Jefferson Suite is
Carriage House
Interior
The carriage house of smaller stature echoes
ceilings with recessed lights, floor to ceiling
the character of the main house.
Custom
custom stone fireplace, exotic and sustainable
Amish-made carriage house doors and epoxy
Lyptus hardwood floors contribute to the
coated floor for the two car bays blend utility,
rugged atmosphere. A studio kitchen and full
beauty and quality.
bath make this a fully functional space for staff
Additional storage and
laundry facilities are found here.
A portico
with columns and custom millwork accesses
the entry to the living quarters. The handsome
foyer with slate floors and beautiful hardwood
stairs lead upstairs to an august retreat. Vaulted
or guests.
Exterior
Riverfront
Enjoy the amenities of a waterfront resort from
A stone stairway leads to a 45 foot dock with dock
your backyard! With water and trees as far as the
box, electricity, water spigot and a Sunlift hydraulic
eye can see, this home is positioned approximately
lift for a 26+/- foot boat up to 6,000 lbs. The property
180 feet from the water, which is the closest in all of
also has access to the private, 13 home, community
Stone Manor and The Reserve. Protected by a stone
dock where each property has a slip with a Hi-tide
wall and dock, the property boasts approximately
24,000 lb lift and dock box. Both docks provide easy
200 feet of water frontage along the Potomac. Take
access for an afternoon spent sailing, water-skiing
advantage of outstanding views from your private
or fishing in Gunston Cove. For an evening out,
retreat on the multi-level custom decking & patio
take your boat from either dock into Old Town or
covered with imported Arizona stone. With several
National Harbor for dinner, only ten minutes away
patio areas and a built-in stone grill area with Weber
by boat, or continue on to Georgetown or to the
grill plumbed directly to the propane tank, it is
Southwest waterfront to catch a Nationals Game.
perfect for al fresco dining and relaxation. Lounge
The possibilities are endless!
poolside next to the custom, vanishing-edge blue
plaster pool with diving board that appears to flow
right into the river, or soak in the in-ground hot tub
with waterfall.
Life Along the Potomac
eagles, can be in your own back
yard! It is close enough to drive,
bike, or even walk to. Within
Mason Neck is the largest
freshwater marsh in Northern
Virginia, and the largest Great
Blue heron rookery in the MidAtlantic region. It boasts 2277
acres of oak-hickory forest, fresh
water marshes, over 4 miles of
shoreline, and hosts over 200
bird species, 31 mammal species,
and 44 reptile and amphibian
species. Directly adjacent to
The Potomac River runs through Virginia, Maryland,
Mason Neck State Park is Pohick Bay Regional Park.
West Virginia, and Washington, D.C. before it empties
“Pohick” is the Algonquin word for “water place”
into the Chesapeake Bay. It is over 380 miles long and
which certainly suits the Park. Kayaking, canoeing,
wider than 11 miles at its widest point.
and a number of recreational activities are offered here;
As it winds through Washington DC, the nation’s capital,
concentrated where they will least disturb the delicate
the Potomac passes the Washington Monument and the
balance of nature.
Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials. Many consider the
Gunston Hall, a National Historic Landmark and
Potomac to be one of the most beautiful and bountiful
former home of George Mason, the author of Virginia’s
rivers on the East Coast.
Declaration of Rights, is just around the corner.
Fishers, anglers, boaters, sailors and kayakers all enjoy
The estate is also only a ten minute drive to the Lorton
the Potomac ‘s watershed of 14,670 square miles including
Virginia Railway Express train stop, which gives riders
tributaries in Maryland (the Monocacy, Savage, and St.
direct access to Washington DC and Metrorail. Old
Mary’s Rivers); Virginia (the Shenandoah and Occoquan
Town, the historic waterfront town in Alexandria, and
Rivers); West Virginia (the South Branch and Cacapon
National Harbor are both a 30 minute drive from the
Rivers); Pennsylvania (Conococheague and Antietam
estate. You can take your boat to Old Town or National
Creeks); and Washington DC (the Anacostia River).
Harbor, dock it, and spend the day shopping and
The Potomac cradles forests, battlefields, farmlands,
dining. By living at this estate, you gain easy access to
mountains, parks, and cities. It is known to many as
our nation’s capital, either by boat, car, or train. Get to
our Nation’s River.
DC in 45 minutes by car, or quicker by boat! The estate
This gorgeous estate is just minutes away from many
is located in one of the most diverse and historic areas
of Northern Virginia’s most diverse State and Regional
in the country, giving you access to anything you can
Parks. Mason Neck State Park, which has been listed as
imagine.
one of the top ten sites in the country for viewing bald
Amenities
Amenities
• Original owner
• House built on 5 feet of stone,
gutters all piped underground
• Litetouch computerized
house lighting system
• Main House; Approx 12,000+ sf
• All exterior cornice, crown molding
& fascia board is PVC (will not rot)
• Carriage House: Approx 870+ sf
• All exterior walls are 2 x 6
• Crestron controlled audio/video
system with 2-4500s monitors and
5-1700s monitors
• Land approx 5.13 acres
• Family room exterior wall is
multiple layered 2 x 12 micro lams
with hurricane force windows
• Custom architect and homebuilder:
The Lexington Group
• Water frontage approx: 200 feet
with protective stone wall and dock
• All brick with custom cast stone
surrounds and cast stone pillars
• Insulation is sprayed in foam;
attic sprayed foam plus blown-in
insulation on top
• Marvin Windows; 10’ ceilings
• 2 in ground 1,000 gal propane tanks
• Rutt Cabinetry with marble or
granite countertops throughout
• 1,200 lf asphalt driveway with
6 light posts; electrical conduit
plumbed and stubbed for entrance
driveway pillars or gate
• Flooring: Marble; granite; Lyptus
(an exotic, sustainable hardwood);
carpeting
• Custom painted 5/8 inch sheetrock
with bull nose corner bead
throughout
• Solid 8 foot doors throughout
• Custom glass and wood doors in
lower level
• Custom hand-made Lyptus wood
front door
• Crestron CD music system with 400
CD capacity
• Audio speakers throughout house
and outside
• 22 extension NEC phone system
and 2 cordless with whole house
intercom
• Movie theater with Stewart 135”
(16 x 9 format) screen
• Remote controlled ceiling drop
down TV in master bedroom
• Lot has house positioned only
180’+/- from water, closest in all of
Stone Manor and The Reserve
• Spa with Steam room (2 steam
units) and shower, dry sauna, and
separate shower with hand held
and overhead “rain” shower head
• Sprinkler system with 37 zones
• Generator Coleman Power Station
25KW, propane fuel
• Baldwin solid brass exterior lantern
lighting
• Finished floors and heated via vent
of equipment room & 3 electric
garage door openers
• 4 Carrier HVAC systems/heat
pump w/humidifier, electric filters
and propane gas back-up
• Carriage house, 1 room, 1 bath,
studio half kitchen, & 2 car garage
spaces w/electric garage door
openers and laundry room
• 1 Carrier HVAC heat pump in
carriage house
• Custom Amish-made
house doors
• Alarm/Security system
• Vanishing-edge custom blue plaster
pool and diving board with electric
pool cover and in-ground hot tub
with waterfall
• Crestron DVD movie changer
system with 1200 DVD capacity
• Buried invisible/electric dog fence
around 5 acre perimeter
• Electrical Service 800 amp at main
house and 200 amp at carriage
house
carriage
whole
• Empty conduit run from basement
to attic for future wiring, if needed
• 6 surveillance cameras with DVR
24/7 recording system
• Weber grill plumbed directly to
propane tank
• Multi-level custom decking covered
with imported Arizona stone
• Fencing with three gates around
pool perimeter
• Formal Landscaping with lighting
Building Information and Custom
Specs
• 14 Direct TV HD satellite receivers
and HD roof mounted Sat Receiver
• House sits approx 25’ above mean
high-tide
• Ethernet/internet wired through
out house
• Terrestrial Antenna in Attic
• Pool table on lower level
• Large floor gun safe in back closet
of master bedroom
• Wall safes in 3 secondary bedrooms
• Family Room with 20+ foot ceilings
• Indoor pool equipment room with
shelving
• 2 central vacuum systems
• 1 year old water well variable
speed pump, keeps all house water
pressure at 70+lbs
• Culligan water softener
• Chandelier lift
• Major water front re-grade with
stone revetment and stone steps to
water 45 foot dock with dock box,
electricity, water spigot; hydraulic
lift for 26+/- boat – up to 6,000 lbs
• Replacement tile; grout; mortar;
and specialty bricks
• Fire extinguishers throughout
11201 Gunston Road • Mason Neck, Virginia
Offered at:
Year Completed:
Type:
Lot Size:
Waterfront:
Living Area (Main):
Living Area (Carriage):
suegoodhart.com
[email protected]
2004
Custom Colonial
5.13 Acres
Approximately 200 ft.
12,000+ s.f.
870+ s. f.
Garages:
5
Bedrooms:
6
Full Baths:
7
Half Baths:
3
Construction:
Sue Goodhart
703.362.3221
$8,650,000
Brick