Curb appeal galore! Is it possible to live in a gorgeous home with private back yard, and get to the Pentagon in 10 minutes? Yes, it is! ........This brick front, two-car garage Colonial is conveniently located near shopping, recreation, restaurants and, most importantly, major travel routes. It is approximately a 15 minute drive to the new Amazon HQ. Check Mapquest to see how easy your DC, Arlington or Tyson's Corner commute will be. This is the perfect house for both social distancing and (hopefully soon) social gathering, with a spacious fenced-in back yard backing on to woods and wildlife. Located just a few blocks from the Dora Kelley Nature Preserve and Holmes Run trail, it is 30 minute bike ride to Old Town Alexandria. The house has lots of new/newer features. The roof was replaced in March 2016 with a 50 year warranty. The quiet garage doors with keypad, exterior doors and exterior painting are all less than 2 years old; there is a keypad entry on the front door. All secondary bedrooms have professionally installed Elfa closets. The main level boasts hardwood in most rooms along with the two-story foyer and stairs. Brand new carpet throughout the rest of the house. The transitional renovated kitchen features honed granite counter tops, a large island, stainless steel appliances, and white shaker cabinets (some with glass fronts) and under cabinet lights. One kitchen wall contains an extra counter top with lots of storage including large drawers big enough to hold counter-top appliances and a floor-to-ceiling pantry with pull-out shelves. The kitchen adjoins the family room with a new picture window. The main level features an office with double doors. Also on the main level, there are plantation shutters on the front of the house and solar shades to protect from the sun on the south-facing rear.The second level overlooks the family room with its wood burning fireplace and access to the private rear deck and fenced yard. Four bedrooms on this level include the master bedroom suite with adjoining bath, two-sink vanity, brand new shower, and separate large tub. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet with built-in shelving and drawers. The second level hall bath also has a two-sink vanity.The lower level is dominated by a fully finished recreation room, with a walk out to the rear patio, which is also accessible from the deck stairs. There is also a spacious multi-purpose room that can function as an exercise room, a bedroom, or use your imagination. This room is near the basement full bath and has a large walk-in closet. This level also has a wet bar and a huge pantry for extra storage.Seller says neighborhood streets are to be repaved this summer.