7009 Persimmon Tree Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817

Substantially renovated in 2026, this elegant Colonial 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home on one acre of natural landscaping in Congressional Country Club Estates--where Bethesda meets Potomac--is move-in ready.Mature trees along the setback separate the residence from the road and provide a quiet woodland oasis. Behind the varigated stone facade lies an expansion of classic center-hall Colonial design. The grand entry foyer with double height ceiling, Palladian window and contemporary chandelier with ceiling medallion, is flanked by the living room with oak flooring and gas fireplace and the library or office with French doors. While open to the living room, the expansive dining room is defined by two Doric columns.The spacious kitchen with all wood cabinetry, quartz countertops and new stainless steel appliances includes a serving area and a walk-in pantry. The center island with seating and storage features a five-burner Kitchen Aid gas cooktop. New LG ThinQ smart home appliances--French-door refrigerator freezer with ice and water dispenser, dual wall oven with conventional, convection, microwave and air fry features and dishwasher--are spaced to welcome all chefs. A large eat-in breakfast area with sliding door to the deck is open to the light-filled family room yet defined by Doric columns.With double-height ceiling, Palladian windows, sliding doors to the patio, gas fireplace, ceiling fan and a separate staircase to the upper level, the generous family room is the heart of the h