Upon entering this stately Colonial, one has an immediate impression of fine quality and attention to detail. With a private, beautifully landscaped lot offering Potomac River views, it is one of south Alexandrias largest homes featuring generous room sizes and thoughtful design, a layout perfect for entertaining on a large or small scale with ample space for quiet and family time. As one enters the front door with its architecturally pleasing fanlight and sidelights, one is immersed with natural eastern light which flows into the beautiful deep foyer. Large archways with gracious period moulding and hardwood floors carry throughout the main level. The living and dining rooms also feature east-facing windows with side lights. A full-length glass paned door with side lights leads from the living room to the office/library with bookcases on three sides. Sunlight pours through ten windows! A lovely screened-in porch, perfect for three seasons entertaining, is located off the dining room. The hall leads to a large half bath and kitchen with bar seating which opens to the large eating/breakfast area with light pouring through windows on three sides. The family room with extensive custom-built bookcases and cabinetry and a wood burning fireplace with beadboard backing features floor to ceiling windows. French doors lead to the private back yard with a brick terrace, a deck with built-in seating and a large side yard for entertaining and family activities! At the top of the staircase is the private owners suite with plenty of room for a sitting area and an en suite bath with a deep tub and a separate tiled shower. Three additional generous sized bedrooms occupy the upper level. Finally, there are walk-up stairs to a fully floored attic. With windows at both ends, this space could be finished for even more living space! The large lower-level rec room offers plenty of space for a multitude of activities. The lower level also includes an extra room, perfect for an au pair, exercise room, hobby room or extra sleeping space, and an updated full bath. The utility room and plenty of additional storage complete this level. A beautiful corner lot with split rail fence running the length of the front lot showcases a lovely setting to call home, a gardeners delight with lush and largely low maintenance plantings. A two car garage and a circular drive provide for plenty of parking! Located five minutes down the GW Parkway from Old Town in Riverview, living is easy and hassle-free with convenience to shopping centers, schools, library, rec centers and transportation, including the Huntington Metro. It is located minutes to Fort Belvoir, I-95, I-395 and Old Town Alexandria. Of note: Recent square footage calculations for unfinished space on Main and 2 Upper levels: Garage: 396; Attic: 658; Screened porch: 189. Lower Level: Utility room: 121.