MLS# MDMC2125248 – 11900 River Road, Potomac, MD 20854

$29,900,000 - 5Br/12Ba - for Sale in Potomac, Potomac

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Price: $29,900,000

Beds: 5

Baths: 6 full, 6 half

Living Area SqFt: 25,119

Status: Active

Property Type: Single Family Residential

Lot Size Acres: 13.50

Lot Size SqFt: 588,060

Year Built: 2004

Neighborhood: Potomac

Days on Website: 230

Courtesy of Cara Pearlman, Compass cara@compass.com

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Property Description

Tucked discreetly behind an arched gate and approached by a half-mile avenue of trees, this 13.5 acre estate perfectly embodies the grandeur of French Chateau living. A masterful collaboration between architect John Ike, designer Geoffrey Bradfield & the unparalleled construction of Horizon Builders, the main house sits on a knoll with unobstructed views of the Potomac River and protected parkland on either side. Wrapped in limestone and crowned with a slate Mansard roof, the primary residence features every hallmark of that iconic style; elegant and polished, but one that never competes with its breathtaking setting. Adorned with window boxes and decorative shutters, the timeless fae7;ade opens via custom wrought iron doors to a 25,000 sq foot interior where panoramic views are integrated into its soul. Simply stunning, the entry vestibule adjoins a reception hall with dramatic coffered ceilings, a 24-foot limestone fireplace, and a grand staircase. Floor-to-ceiling window expanses and multiple doors open to covered terraces and balconies that celebrate the surroundings. Lavish applications of glossy and honed marble, rich mahogany, thick, intricate moldings, and imported stone offer a glimpse of the detailing that went into the design and craftsmanship. At every turn, the water views effortlessly influence the design, while the elegant, understated palette provides the perfect backdrop for art and furnishings from antique to modern. The primary residence is arranged over 4 levels that includes entertainment-sized reception rooms, a commercial-grade chef’s kitchen, main-level library, & an octagonal conservatory. The walk-out lower level is incredible, featuring a clubroom w/ a magnificent bar, a theater, & an amazing wine cellar that rivals those of the finest restaurants. An elevator accesses every floor. The main house also allows for the comfort and private enjoyment of the residents: with an intimate breakfast room overlooking the water, 4 luxuriously appointed upper-level bedroom suites, a custom playroom, and a heated pool and loggia. With sweeping views of the Potomac, the owner’s suite features 2 full baths, expansive automated dressing rooms, a built-in watch winder, & personal grooming station. The primary suite adjoins an executive-size home library, w/ a substantial marble fireplace & a surround of mahogany built-ins. Comprising more than 40,000 square feet of living space, the compound includes two additional buildings that were crafted with the same meticulous attention to detail. A thoughtfully designed 3-level guesthouse with 11 garage bays presents the ultimate flexibility for the new owner; a showroom-style space for automobiles that effortlessly transforms into one that can host the most glamorous black-tie gala. and houses a catering kitchen. The upper level of the guesthouse offers a spacious gathering room w/ fireplace, 2 ensuite bedrooms, kitchen and powder room. A 4,500 square foot staff house is located at the entry to the compound & offers living space, multiple offices for property management & garages for the grounds equipment. Every consideration for privacy, security and luxury has been incorporated into the infrastructure of this estate; there are walk-in refrigerators & freezers, reverse osmosis water systems, even smoke-eaters for the cigar aficionado. Generators protect all 3 structures, & in the event of winter weather, automated heating systems at the front steps & cobblestone garage court prevent snow/ice accumulation. All this convenient to the nation’s capital, 2 airports & less than 1.5 miles from Potomac Village. The transfer of title of this magnificent property doesn’t just extend to its new owner but will have an immeasurable impact far outside its gates; the proceeds from the sale will be donated directly to the research and work of The American Cancer Society. The Estate at River’s Edge is truly like no other.

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Property Details and Features

Appliances & Equipment
1 elevator
Stainless Steel Appliances
Built-In Microwave
Built-In Range
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Freezer
Extra Refrigerator/Freezer
Icemaker
Intercom
Microwave
Oven – Double
Oven – Wall
Range Hood
Refrigerator
Six Burner Stove
Stove
Washer

Basement
Connecting Stairway
Daylight
Full
Rear Entrance
Windows

Bathrooms
12 total bathrooms
3 bathrooms on all lower levels
6 bathrooms on all upper levels
3 bathrooms on main level
6 full bathrooms
6 half bathrooms
3 half bathrooms on main level

Bedrooms
5 bedrooms on upper levels
5 bedrooms

Building
25,119 sqft living area
19,419 sqft above grade (finished)
5,700 sqft below grade (finished)
270 sqft below grade (unfinished)
Built in 2004
Structure Type: Detached
Wall & Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings,9’+ Ceilings,High,Paneled Walls,Vaulted Ceilings,Wood Walls
4 levels
French
Stone
Stucco

Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Central A/C
Geothermal

Doors
French
Sliding Glass
Six Panel
Double Entry

Accessibility Features
Elevator
2+ Access Exits

Exterior Features
BBQ Grill
Sport Court
Chimney Cap(s)
Extensive Hardscape
Hot Tub
Play Area
Water Falls

Fence
Fully

Fireplaces
9 fireplaces
Gas/Propane

Floors
Hardwood
Marble
Stone

Foundation
Slab

Garage
14 garage spaces

Water Features
Water Body Name: Potomac River
Water Body Type: River
Water Oriented
Waterfront Features: Y

Heating
Geo-thermal
Forced Air

Interior Features
Curved Staircase
Elevator
Built-Ins
Butlers Pantry
Carpet
Bar
Spiral Staircase
2nd Kitchen
Additional Stairway
Breakfast Area
Cedar Closet(s)
Combination Dining/Living
Crown Moldings
Dining Area
Double/Dual Staircase
Formal/Separate Dining Room
Efficiency
Kitchen – Efficiency
Kitchen – Island
Kitchenette
Kitchen – Table Space
Pantry
Primary Bath(s)
Recessed Lighting
Bathroom – Soaking Tub
Skylight(s)
Store/Office
Bathroom – Stall Shower
Studio
Bathroom – Tub Shower
Upgraded Countertops
Walk-in Closet(s)
WhirlPool/HotTub
Window Treatments
Wine Storage
Wood Floors

Laundry
Lower Floor

Listing
231 days on market
$1,540 per sqft
Property SubType: Single Family Residential

Location
County: Montgomery
Subdivision: Potomac

Lot
588,060 sqft
13.5 acres
Additional Lot(s)
Adjoins – Open Space
Front Yard
Landscaping
Private
Premium
Rear Yard
Partly Wooded

Parking
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Heated
Paved Driveway

Pool
Heated
In Ground
Negative Edge/Infinity

Property
Other Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony,Patio(s),Balconies- Multiple,Deck(s),Porch(es),Terrace
View: Garden/Lawn,Trees/Woods,River

Schools
School District: MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School: POTOMAC
Middle School: HERBERT HOOVER
High School: WINSTON CHURCHILL