8509 Country Club Dr, Bethesda, MD 20817

Tucked away behind the nationally renowned Congressional Country Club, its namesake Country Club Drive is one of Bethesdas most prestigious streets, with just 26 estate homes set along sweeping, picturesque curves. Set far back from the street on a verdant two-acre lot, this quintessential custom-built residence was originally constructed for its discerning owner.nApproached by an elegant circular driveway, the white brick and siding faade, capped by a synthetic slate roof, evokes classic New England colonial architecture and an enduring sense of quiet luxury. A portico entry and mahogany front door framed by transom windows open to a gracious foyer with a grand staircase.nFormal living and dining rooms flank the reception hall in a traditional center hall layout. Each is generously scaled for entertaining and features one of the homes six fireplaces. The dining room includes built-in china displays, while the living room flows into a richly paneled library with its own fireplace, connecting seamlessly to the family room. Bathed in natural light from double French doors, the family room features a coffered ceiling and stone fireplace, adding warmth and intimacy.nAt the heart of the home is a chefs kitchen, reimagined by Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens to blend beauty and function. White shaker cabinetry contrasts with dark hardwood floors, while a honed Carrara marble island pairs elegantly with leathered granite perimeter counters. A custom stainless-steel hood anchors the space,