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11125 Powder Horn Drive, Potomac - NEW LISTING OPEN May 3rd 1-4 PM

04-30-09
Gary Ditto

11125 Powder Horn drive
Potomac, Maryland

Welcome to this beautifully maintained and updated four bedroom, two and a half bath Colonial style home situated in the lovely community of Willowbrook. Among its many features, please take note of all the improvements the owners have completed throughout their ownership. Enjoy the completely finished lower level offering a large recreation room with built-in bar, lots of storage, as well as a great TV or pool/ping pong room. The lower level also offers updated double pane windows and brand new carpeting installed in 2008. The main level presents a great circular flow between all the rooms which include formal living spaces for entertaining with red oak hardwood floors, as well as great space for the family including a first floor family room with fireplace and an updated table space kitchen, both of which open out to the spacious, level back yard. The mud room and two car garage are also just steps away from the kitchen which make carrying in the groceries very convenient. The elegant remodeled powder room has beautiful beige marble flooring, a cherry-wood vanity with glass knobs, upscaled towel bars, and a glass shelf. All the bedrooms are generous in size and offer space saving shelving in the closets as well as ceiling fans in all bedrooms. Both bathrooms on the upper level have also been remodeled. Please let this brochure be the guide to the many other amenities of this home including the new roof (2006), large patio, and the wonderful landscaping throughout. Centrally located and close to shopping, you will find this home within walking distance to the area’s top schools, as well as being close to bus service to the Grovesnor metro and other major transportation routes. This family oriented community is truly special all the way down to the spectacular Cherry tree-lined streets throughout the neighborhood.

Level One:

Foyer
• new hardwood flooring and oak banister (2005)
• crown molding
• Crystal light fixture
• ample coat closet
• access to upper & lower levels
Remodeled Powder Room (2005)
• marble floor
• cherry vanity, glass knobs
• Elegant, dark cultured-marble sink
• Elegant towel bars, faucet, and glass shelf
Living Room
• 23’2” x 12’6”
• crown molding
• access to foyer & family room
• hardwood flooring
• Windows on three sides
Large Family Room with Fireplace
• 15’11” x 12’9”
• carpeted
• recessed lighting
• sliding glass door to back yard
Private Flagstone Patio
Formal Dining Room

• 13’10” x 11’4”
• crown & chair rail molding
• hardwood flooring
• overlooks front porch
• access to kitchen
Table Space Kitchen
• ceramic tile floor (2005)
• Jenn-Air flat top electric range (2005)
• Whirlpool dishwasher (2002); brand new soap dispenser (2009)
• Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator/freezer with automatic ice-maker and water on outside
of freezer door (2005)
• sink with disposal
• 2 windows overlooking backyard (1 over sink)
• walk out to level back yard (from mud room)
• ceiling fan with light
• crown & chair rail molding
• oak cabinets with decorative knobs
• step down to laundry/mud room & garage
Laundry/Mud Room
• large pantry closet
• outside entrance to flagstone patio
• Kenmore washing machine (2005)
• Kenmore dryer
• single tub wash basin
• extra tall storage cabinets with decorative “leaf” handles (2005)
Two Car Garage
• garage door opener (2008)
• extra storage area beyond car spaces
• shelving
• garage attic access

Level Two:

Hallway
• hardwood flooring under carpeting
• linen closet
• additional linen closet with attic access
• great insulation in attic
Remodeled Full Bath in Hallway (2005)
• double vanity – dark green cultured marble with white bowls, shiny chrome faucets;
white cabinets below
• large mirror above sinks fits entire wall space
• glass shelf with towel bar
• white ceramic tile floor, all white tub with shower and personal shower
• recessed lighting
• two additional towel bars and hook
• storage cabinet with shelf above toilet

Master Bedroom with Full Bath
• 19’11” x 12’7”
• hardwood flooring under carpeting
• Casablanca ceiling fan with light & remote
• two double door closets (his & her) with closet organizers

Outside Double Vanity
• white cultured-marble vanity top, chrome faucet, light fixture, white framed mirror (2005)
Full Bath (2005)
• top of the line large medicine cabinet with mirrors
• 2005 – shower doors, light, white cultured-marble vanity counter top, chrome faucet, towel
bars
• 1996 –ceramic floor, shower with large white tiles and recessed shampoo shelf
• 2009 – painted

Bedroom # 2/Office
• 11’10” x 11’5”
• hardwood flooring under carpeting
• wall-to-wall desk top with 4 filing drawers and 3 pencil drawers below and open shelving and
cabinets above (Closet Stretchers)
• double door closet with built-in shelves
• ceiling fan with light
Bedroom # 3
• 13’2” x 12’7”
• hardwood flooring under carpeting
• ceiling fan with light
• double door closet with built-in shelves
Bedroom # 4
• 14’10” x 13’2”
• hardwood flooring under carpeting
• ceiling fan with light
• double door closest with organizers

Lower Level:

Recreation Room with Built-in Bar Area
• 23’5” x 15’3”
• new carpeting (2008)
• Kenmore bar refrigerator fits under white countertop
• bar sink
• white storage cabinets above and below countertop
• recessed lighting
• outside entrance to back yard
• updated double pane windows (1996)
Hallway
• storage closet with shelving
• cedar closet
• recessed lighting
Utility Closet
Separate TV Area or Ping Pong/Pool Table Room

• 23’5” x 16’6”
• new carpeting (2008)
• one pillar
• recessed lighting
• small utility closet
Large Storage Room
• 8’11” x 7’8”
• additional storage under stairs

Additional Features:

New Roof (2006)
Driveway
Covered Front Porch

• hanging potted plants
Side stone walkway around right side of house
New carpeting in Lower Level (2008)
New oak banister to 2nd Level (2005)
Attic – Insulation: 10 inches (R-25) Class A white fiberglass blown insulation

Exterior Features:

Beautiful landscaping throughout
Gardens include:

• pink bleeding heart
• pink dogwood
• cherry tree
• blue hydrangea
• Boxwood
• large, white azalea
• Laurel
• Euonymus
• Forsythia
• many mature trees in front, side, and backyard
• tall trees in backyard separate house from neighbors
• neighborhood lined with Cherry trees
Large flat back yard with plenty of room for swing set and playing ball
House sits up on a small hill – fun for sledding

Other Notes:

French drains around entire perimeter of foundation of house (basement)
Drains in walls below basement windows
2 sump pumps in basement

Outdoor drain next to door is tied to indoor French drains which lead to sump pump
Underground drains around patio to steer water away from house
Underground drains in outside window wells to steer water away from house

New Front Gutter over porch and garage 2008
• extra wide with covers on front main lower section
• extra wide downspouts/gutter cover
• upper gutters have screens

SCHOOLS

• Newly built Bells Mill Elementary School - to open Sept. 2009 - bus service; also walking distance
• Cabin John Middle School - walking distance – slated to be renovated after Bells Mill E.S.
• Winston Churchill High School - Blue Ribbon School - walking distance


INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

Inclusions:

• Ceiling Fan (s) # 5
• Clothes Washer
• Clothes Dryer
• Dishwasher
• Disposal
• Electronic Air Filter
• Fireplace Screens/Doors
• Furnace Humidifier
• Garage Opener(s) #1
• w/remote (s) # 1
• Refrigerator (s) # 2 (1 kit, 1 basement)
• w/ ice maker #1
• Stove or Range
• Window Treatments

Additional Inclusions: dehumidifier

As Is: Front Storm Door Handle

Please Note: Room Sizes are Approximate.

Legal Description: Lot 1, Block C

Subdivision: Willowbrook

Year Built: 1969

Lot Size: 18,823

Estimated property tax and non-tax charges in the first full fiscal year of ownership is $ 7,641.48.

New Listing - 4405 Clearbrook Lane, Kensington MD OPEN 3/29/09 1-4PM

03-26-09
Gary Ditto

4405 Clearbrook Lane
Kensington, Maryland

Welcome to this updated three bedroom, three bath expanded rambler located in Martin’s Addition to Chevy Chase View. Among its many features, please take note of the wonderful house renovation/additions that were completed in 1991. Walk into the gracious entry foyer offering a vaulted ceiling and unique window layout including a beautiful stained glass window. Enjoy the spacious formal living room with fireplace, alcoves for bookcases, and windows offering southern exposure. Note the formal dining room with skylights and views of the fenced private back yard. Other highlights of the thoughtful renovation are the large table space kitchen with updated appliances, vaulted ceiling and skylights, and the expanded master bedroom suite with bath and walk-in closet. Additional features include the redwood screened porch with Brazilian slate tile, beautiful hardwood flooring, a 2nd fireplace in the lower level family room, a large separate finished recreation room, off street parking and much more. Centrally located, you are minutes to the area’s schools, a neighborhood swim/tennis facility, as well as being near Rock Creek Park/Beach Drive, Grosvenor Metro Station (the Red Line) and downtown Kensington and Bethesda.

Main Level:

Foyer
• vaulted ceiling with custom windows
• stained glass window (regular double pane window in place behind)
• 2 coat closets with display area above
• ceramic tile floor
• two light sconces
• double glass doors to living room
• pocket door access to kitchen
• oversized mail slot
Living Room with Wood Burning Fireplace
• 13’4” x 27’6”
• crown molding
• hardwood flooring
• small side window to front entranceway
• large multi-paned window
• double door to dining room
• hardwood flooring
Dining Room
• 10’10” x 18’6”
• recessed lighting with dimmer
• programmable thermostat
• 3 skylights
• custom painted striped wall (2006)
• double doors to kitchen
• hardwood flooring
Table Space Kitchen
• 17’4” x 13’3”
• Amana refrigerator (2008)
• GE electric range (2005)
• GE profile dishwasher (2008)
• pocket door access to foyer
• vaulted ceiling with custom windows
• recessed lighting
• Mexican tile on countertop
• 2 skylights (open with an attachment tool)
• double sink with disposal
• pull out trash drawer
• additional pull out drawers
• access to screen porch
• access to attic space
Screened-In Porch
• Brazilian slate flooring
• skylight
• redwood
Hallway
• linen closet
• whole house fan
Full Bath
• skylight
• fan
• “old window” space converted to display nook with mirror
Office/Nursery
• 10’10” x 10’10”
• alcove area
• access to master bedroom suite thru office/nursery
Master Bedroom Suite with Walk-In Closet & Full Bath
• 15’5” x 16’4”
• walk-in closet (8’ x 8’) with pocket door & skylight
• hardwood flooring
Master Bath (8’ x 9’) includes:
• Kohler 60” cast iron bathtub
• light grey ceramic tile
• vanity
• linen closet
Bedroom # 2
• 13’4” x 13’3”
• double door sliding closet
• hardwood floor

Lower Level:

Family Room with Wood Burning Fireplace
• 12’7” x 22’3”
• double door storage closet
• recessed lighting
• fireplace with Mexican tiled hearth
Hallway
• large walk-in storage closet
Bedroom # 3
• 12’7” x 10’9”
• double pane windows
Hallway
• recessed lighting
• linen closet
• access to laundry room
Full Bath
• white ceramic tile
• vanity
• tub with shower
Workshop/Playroom
• 14’ x 23’
• wood paneling
• built-in bookshelves
Laundry Room
• double sink
• GE gas dryer
• GE washer
• ample storage space

Additional Features:

Covered Front Entry
Renovated in 1991
Beautifully Landscaped & Private Yard

• mature plantings – hostas, mugo pine, crepe myrtle
• French drain in back
• exterior lighting
Fenced Back Yard (pressure treated, replacement fence on 2 sides in 2009)
Storage Shed
Flagstone Patio
50 Gallon Water Heater
(1999)
Bryant A/C with Programmable Thermostat (2007)
• model # 165ANA036
Roof – 30 year Tamko Heritage; and Firestone Bitumen Roll (over porch)(2004)
6” Gutters with Leafproof Gutter Guards (2004)
Professionally Painted Main Level (2006)
Double Driveway

Inclusions:
• Clothes Dryer
• Clothes Washer
• Dishwasher
• Disposal
• Refrigerator
• Storage Shed
• Stove or Range
• All Window Treatments

As Is: Washer/Dryer, North Dining Room Window, Dehumidifier

Additional Exclusions: Fireplace Screen in Living Room

Schools:

Kensington-Parkwood Elementary
North Bethesda Middle
Walter Johnson High

Please Note: Room Sizes are Approximate.

Legal Description: Lot 7, Block D
Subdivision: Martins Addition to Chevy Chase View
Year Built: 1953
Lot Size: 7,480 square feet
Taxes: Estimated property tax and non-tax charges in the first full fiscal year of ownership is
$ 6,556.29

NEW Listing - 4622 Woodfield Road, Bethesda, MD -- OPEN SUNDAY March 22th 1-4 PM

03-19-09
Gary Ditto

4622 Woodfield Road
Bethesda, MD 20814

Welcome to this charming three bedroom, two and a half bath Colonial located in Bethesda’s close-in neighborhood of Parkwood. Among its many features, enjoy the updated kitchen with granite counters and Maple cabinets that opens out onto a private back deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard and gardens. Please also note the first floor den/office with separate entranceway, as well as the fully finished and daylight lower level family room that offers built-in bookshelves and a walk out entrance to the back yard. This home is easy maintenance both inside and out offering HardiePlank siding on the addition, Andersen replacement windows throughout the house (with the exception of Pella in the den/office), and updated systems including the furnace, AC, hot water heater and electrical panel. Centrally located, you are within walking distance to Kensington-Parkwood Elementary, Rock Creek Park/Beach Drive, and Grosvenor Metro Station (the Red Line) as well as close to downtown Kensington, Bethesda and much more!

Level One:

Foyer
• closet
Living Room with Fireplace
• 23’1” x 11’9”
• hardwood flooring
• recessed lighting
• crown molding
Den/Office (2000)
• 19’4” x 12’1”
• separate outside entrance
• Casablanca ceiling fan
Dining Room
• 13’4” x 11’2”
• crown & chair rail molding
• Hubbardton Forge wrought-iron chandelier
• hardwood flooring
Updated Kitchen (1995)
• Maple cabinets
• granite countertop
• KitchenAid refrigerator
• KitchenAid dishwasher • Magic Chef gas range
• Amana microwave
• recessed lighting
• ceramic tile backsplash
• ceramic tile floor
• maple display shelf
• outside entrance to deck
Private Deck
Half Bath

Level Two:

Hallway
• built-in window seat with cedar-lined storage
• custom window seat cushion
• hardwood flooring
• large linen closet
Full Bath
Master Bedroom

• 14’6” x 11’3”
• hardwood flooring
• double door closet
• Casablanca ceiling fan
Bedroom # 2
• 10’9” x 8’2”
• hardwood flooring
• ceiling fan
• closet
Bedroom # 3
• 11’9” x 11’9”
• hardwood flooring
• Casablanca ceiling fan with light
• closet
• access to walk-up attic

Lower Level:

Daylight Family Room
• 16’1” x 10’9”
• built-in bookcase & cabinets
• recessed lighting
• storage closet
• outside entrance
Hallway
• linen closet
Full Bath
• ceramic tile floor & shower
Laundry Room
• Maytag washer
• Maytag dryer (2-3 years old)
• single tub laundry basin
Workshop
• new furnace (2005)
• hot water heater (2004)
• workbench

Additional Features:

Brick Exterior
Hardwood Flooring
HardiePlank Siding on Den/Office
(2008)
• 15 year guarantee
Pella Windows in Den/Office
• easy tilt
Andersen Replacement Windows throughout (except Den/Office) (2006)
• easy tilt
Roof (1992)
• 25-year quality
Full Walk-Up Attic
Exterior - Low Maintenance Exterior Paint, New Gutters, Downspouts & Shutters
(2008)
Front Storm Door (2007)
Beautifully Landscaped Back Yard
• landscaped (2005)
Cedar Privacy Fence Along Back
Fully fenced in backyard

Storage Shed
• with flower box
Driveway
Smoke Detectors are Hardwired on 2nd Floor
(2000)
Gas Forced Air Furnace (2005)
Central Air Conditioning (2005)
Hot Water Heater (2004)
Upgraded Electrical Panel (2006)

Inclusions:
• Built-in Microwave
• Ceiling Fan(s) 4
• Clothes Washer
• Clothes Dryer
• Dishwasher
• Disposal
• Fireplace Screens/Doors
• Refrigerator
• w/ ice maker
• Storage Shed
• Stove or Range
• Window Treatments


Additional Inclusions: Dupioni Silk drapes (new in 2008) on DR & LR windows will remain.

Schools:

Kensington-Parkwood Elementary
North Bethesda Middle
Walter Johnson High

Please Note: Room Sizes are Approximate.

Legal Description: Lot 30, Block R
Subdivision: Parkwood
Year Built: 1953
Lot Size: 7,929 square feet
Taxes: Estimated property tax and non-tax charges in the first full fiscal year of ownership is
$ 6,325.64

Gary Ditto Open Houses - March 8 from 1-4 pm

03-06-09
Gary Ditto

Open Sunday, march 8, 2009

Open Sunday March 8, 2009 1-4 PM

10304 Parkwood Drive, Kensington $ 839,000

Open Sunday March 8, 2009 - 1-4 PM

4407 Woodfield Road, Kensington, Maryland $ 825,000

Open Sunday March 8, 2009 - 1-4 PM

9833 La Duke Drive, Kensington, MD 20895 $ 795,000

Open Sunday March 8, 2009 1-4 PM

10103 Frederick Avenue, Kensington - $ 659,000

New Listing - 10304 Parkwood Drive, Kensington - OPEN MARCH 8th 1-4 PM

03-06-09
Gary Ditto

10304 Parkwood Drive, Kensington, Maryland

Welcome to this stunning one of a kind five bedroom, four bath Colonial home located in Kensington Estates. Please note the exquisite top of the line paint job completed by the previous owners who also owned Benchmark Painting & Carpentry, Inc. You will see beautiful murals and many different types of paint throughout - including textured, linen and ceramic examples. Enjoy the many other amenities this home has to offer including a cozy living room with fireplace that opens out to a private back deck, hot tub and patio. The table space kitchen with granite countertops, Kraft Maid custom cabinetry, breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances also opens out to the first floor family room. The upper level offers spacious bedrooms including a wonderful master bedroom suite with access to an upper level deck and full bath. And don’t miss the lower level exercise room with built-in tv/dvd player and mirrors or the media room - complete with projection unit, screen and all accompanying media equipment! Centrally located, this home backs to Rock Creek Park and Beach Drive and is also conveniently located near the area’s schools, public transportation and much more!

Level One:

Foyer
• custom wall mural
• slate tile floor
• two coat closets
• vaulted ceiling
• cut thru window to dining room
Living Room with Fireplace
• 15’5” x 13’9”
• recessed lighting
• double door sliding door to deck
• built-in corner TV stand
• wall to ceiling windows
• hardwood flooring
Separator Wall between Living Room & Dining Room
• built-in bookshelves on either side of separator
Dining Room
• 13’9” x 9’
• vaulted ceiling
• recessed lighting
• open to living room
Full Bath
• Travertine tiling
• Kohler pedestal sink
Large Private Deck & Stone Patio
• Marquis hot tub
Table Space Kitchen
• 14’ x 11’
• granite countertops
• GE Profile stainless steel electric range
• Whirlpool Gold stainless steel microwave
• GE Profile stainless steel refrigerator
• Triton stainless steel dishwasher
• glass display cabinets
• recessed lighting
• large sink
• Kraft Maid cabinets
• corner display shelves
• tile floor
• hanging pot rack
• decorative display lighting
• breakfast bar
Family Room
• 13’ x 10’
• window seat/bench with storage
• corner cabinets & built-in desk
• ceiling fan with light
• access to upper level
Hallway
• linen closet
Bedroom # 1
• 13’ x 10’
• closet
• recessed lighting
• ceiling fan with light
• crown molding
• textured paint
• corner display shelf
• faux wooden shutters
Office/Bedroom # 2
• 10’ x 11’
• ceiling fan with light
• closet
• hardwood flooring
• “ceramic” wall paint
Additional Full Bath
• bead board
• white tiling in bathtub
• pedestal sink

Level Two:

Master Bedroom with Access to Full Bath
• 12’ x 18’
• sliding glass door to upper level deck
• ceiling fan with light
• reading lights with dimmers
• recessed lighting
• green “textured” paint
• double door mirrored sliding door closets
• crown molding
Full Bath - access from master bedroom & hall
• corner shower
• skylight
• double vanity
• recessed lighting
• large soaking tub
• separate commode with pocket door
• marble countertop with Kohler fixtures
• tile flooring
Bedroom # 4
• 10’ x 11’
• “linen” blue paint
• double door closet with bi-fold doors
• pull down attic access
• ceiling fan with light
Bedroom # 5
• 12’10” x 11’8”
• ceiling fan
• recessed lighting with dimmer
• sliding mirrored closet with built-in shelving
• “pink faux” walls with “cloud” paint on ceiling

Lower Level:

Hallway
• under stair storage closet with built-in shelving
Media Room with Built-in Bar
• 15’9” x 13’
• corner marble bar with sink
• glass display cabinets
• recessed lighting
• projection unit & screen to convey
• Onkyo equipment & speakers will convey
• three built-in shelves with media equipment
Exercise Room
• 13’5” x 9’
• attached wall mount with TV/DVD player
• three walls of mirrors
• Pergo flooring
• built-in shelves
Laundry Room
• Kenmore washer & dryer
• storage cabinets
• single tub wash basin
Full Bath
• Italian marble
• pedestal sink
Utility Room
• copper piping
• hot water heater
• geo thermal heater to heat floors
• outside entrance to stairs to deck
• sump pump

Additional Features:

Curved Front Pathway to Front Door
Built-in Bench near Entryway
Upper & Main Level Decks
Security System
Programable Thermostat

• separate thermostat for each floor
• Radiant heated floors in lower level and main level
Playground Equipment
Fenced Front Yard
Professionally Landscaped Yard and Gardens

• mushroom lighting
Some plantings include:
• lariape
• terraced front with azaleas
• crepe myrtle
• Japanese Maple
• Yew
• Magnolia tree
• Nardinia
• Hydrangeas
Hardwood Flooring
Pull Down Attic

• floored
Gas Forced Air Heat
• Aprilaire humidifier

Inclusions:

• Alarm System
• Built-in Microwave
• Ceiling Fan
• Clothes Washer
• Clothes Dryer
• Cooktop
• Dishwasher
• Disposer
• Fireplace Screen/Door
• Furnace Humidifier
• Hot Tub, Equip, & Cover
• Playground Equipment
• Refrigerator/freezer
• with ice maker
• Storage Shed
• Stove or Range
• Wall Oven
• Window Treatments

Items that Convey: Projector/Screen/Surround System & Related Equipment, TV & DVD player in Exercise Room, dehumidifier
Items that Do Not Convey: sony radio in kitchen under cabinet

Please Note: Room Sizes are approximate.

Legal Description: Lot 1, Block 11
Subdivision: Kensington Estates
Year Built: 1950
Lot Size: 6,348 square feet
Estimated property tax and non-tax charges in the first full fiscal year of ownership is $ 9, 319.85

Asking Price: $ 839,000