Welcome to 8408 Rapley Ridge Lane, a stunning custom home with over 7,500 square feet of luxurious living space situated on a flat 0.4-acre lot in the coveted, gated section of Avenel, Rapley Reserve. Step inside the grand two-story foyer to find high ceilings, a wonderful circular floor plan, and architectural details throughout. The stunning chefs kitchen features white cabinetry with plentiful storage, white quartz counters, and high-end stainless steel appliances. The kitchen island provides seating and opens to a breakfast room and a two story family room with a gas fireplace. Both kitchen and family room offer access to the incredible private flat backyard with a stone terrace, perfect for entertaining. The main level continues with a beautiful living room with a gas fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as an elegant dining room with a butlers pantry, a spacious office with custom built-ins, and two powder bathrooms.

Step up the elegant curved staircase to find five bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, as well as a very spacious (and convenient) laundry room. The primary suite features hardwood floors and an elegant tray ceiling, leading to a huge ensuite spa bathroom with two separate vanities, a large walk-in shower, a water closet with a bidet, and a soaking tub. The primary suite is completed by two separate walk-in closets with custom built-in shelving systems. The walk-out lower level offers a large recreation room with a built-in bar, theatre, wine cellar, half bath, and a gym with new specialized flooring. An additional bedroom with an ensuite full bathroom plus an additional washer and dryer make this the ideal au pair or in-law setup.

This spectacular custom home also features a three car garage and an environmentally friendly (EcoStar Niagara Synthetic) faux slate roof. It's located just around the corner from the Avenel Swim & Tennis Club and the 30-acre Avenel Local Park, offering soccer fields, tot lots, tennis courts, and a baseball diamond. Enjoy idyllic neighborhood living while taking advantage of easy access to downtown, Northern Virginia/Tyson's Corner, the Beltway (I-495), and the BioMed Corridor (I-270). Congressional Country Club, Bethesda Country Club, Potomac Village, and Westfield Montgomery Mall are all a short drive as well. Zoned for Churchill school cluster.