7736 Tauxemont RoadAlexandria, VA 22308Price: $1,695,000

A One-of-a-Kind Modern Oasis just steps to the scenic George Washington Parkway. Thoughtfully redesigned by acclaimed local architect James Noel, this extraordinary contemporary residence offers a rare blend of architectural significance, gallery-inspired living, and tranquil natural surroundings. Privately nestled on nearly half an acre within one of Fort Hunt's most secluded and highly sought after neighborhoods. This home presents a unique opportunity for buyers seeking exceptional design, privacy, and convenience. The custom-designed front door, the home's dramatic architectural features become apparent upon entry. Soaring vaulted ceilings, eleven skylights, expansive gallery walls, and walls of Pella and Marvin windows flood the interior with natural light while creating ideal spaces for displaying large-scale artwork. The elevated hardwood foyer opens to a spectacular Great Room designed for entertaining, featuring extensive custom built-ins, a brick-surround wood-burning fireplace with marble hearth, and seamless connections to the surrounding outdoor living spaces. The European style kitchen serves as the heart of the home. Completed in 2013, it showcases heated marble flooring, frameless bamboo soft-close cabinetry, warm green quartzite countertops, a large center island with breakfast bar seating, Viking six-burner gas range, Zephyr range hood, Miele dishwasher, oversized GE Profile refrigerator, GE Profile speed-cook wall oven, built-in wine cooler, and an AXOR Citterio pull-down faucet. Adjacent to the kitchen, a bright dining area features a Regency gas wall fireplace and direct access to the home's outdoor entertaining areas. The primary suite offers a private sanctuary with custom built-ins, custom closets, elegant silk Roman shades, and a beautifully renovated spa-inspired bath. Luxurious features include heated Spanish porcelain flooring, custom cherry cabinetry, dual vessel sinks with Silestone countertops, and a frameless glass shower with integrated Silestone bench. Additional bedrooms provide custom shelving and built-ins, while a flexible office or guest suite features heated porcelain tile flooring, a full wall of windows overlooking the wooded landscape, custom Elfa shelving systems, and direct outdoor access. Outside, the professionally landscaped 0.46-acre property offers remarkable privacy among mature trees and lush plantings. Two separate outdoor entertaining spaces, expansive flagstone patios, extensive landscape lighting, newly installed cedar fencing, and repointed hardscaping create a serene outdoor environment ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. A recently constructed detached garage provides parking, workshop or wellness space, studio potential, or additional storage. Extensively updated throughout, the property includes a 26KW Generac whole-house generator, encapsulated crawl space with multiple dehumidifiers, Turtl crawl space entry system, SimpliSafe security system with cameras, updated heated floor controls, replacement Pella windows, remodeled powder room, new cedar fencing, and years of thoughtful landscaping improvements. Ideally located just moments from the Potomac River, George Washington Memorial Parkway, Hollin Hall Shopping Center, neighborhood parks, and the bike trail into Old Town Alexandria, this architecturally significant residence offers a lifestyle rarely found in Northern Virginia-where exceptional design, natural beauty, and everyday convenience come together in perfect harmony.