Gracious Bethesda living on quiet, tree-lined street; three blocks to prestigious Whitman HS. Suburban tranquility while being close to everything. Shopping and dining are minutes away at WholeFoods, Westbard Shopping Center, and downtown Bethesda. Easy commuting - two blocks to Ride-On bus to the Red Line or Metro bus stop; 20 minutes by car to downtown DC. An abundance of parks, biking and running trails, and swimming pools nearby. Light-filled 5BR / 3.5BA, on beautifully landscaped private lot, with perennial gardens to ensure flowers from March to November. Pristine hardwood floors and modern windows. Enter this stately home into a spacious (17'x 9') and inviting Foyer with wide guest closet; a large (19'x13') Living Room and a (19'x14') Dining Room with lovely bay window to front gardens. A charming Powder Room completes the entertainment wing of the house. Continue your tour through to a spacious (23'x15') Family Room with a wood-burning fireplace and a sun-drenched corner (15'x12') Library with extensive built-in shelves, providing a sanctuary for reading, or a private space for work from home. From the Family Room you have direct access to a large (15'x12') screened porch, for 9-month al fresco dining. The spacious (20'x18'), light-filled eat-in Kitchen offers a full suite of stainless-steel appliances, granite counter tops, double wall oven, gas cooktop, ample cabinet space, and a large separate pantry. The wide sliding doors from the Kitchen to the extensive brick terrace make entertaining outdoors a breeze. The backyard offers a large lawn area, beautiful gardens and mature trees that create a private, sylvan retreat. A gracious brick path leads you from the front door, and meanders to the backyard and terrace, allowing guests direct access to your garden party or BBQ. This is priceless when busy entertaining. The upper-level features four generous and sun-drenched Bedrooms. The primary suite includes a large (19'x15') Bedroom with his and her closets, a spacious recently renovated Bathroom with modern fixtures, bathtub, extra-large shower and a linen closet. Three additional bedrooms offer generous living space. A hall Bathroom with dual sinks, shower, and tub completes this level. The spacious lower-level features large windows for plenty of natural light. A 5th Bedroom (12'x13') and full Bathroom provide a private suite for guests or an au pair. The beautifully finished and spacious (36'x30') Recreation Room, boast high ceilings and recessed lights is perfect for additional entertaining, a fitness studio, or a second home office. Additionally, there is an extra-large (13'x6') storage room with shelves, furnace room with plenty of space to store garden equipment and bikes, and a two-car garage. Recent upgrades include HVAC unit, premier appliances, double-paned windows, and refinished hardwood floors. With its elegant design, convenient location, and excellent schools, this residence presents an outstanding opportunity for gracious living in highly-sought after Bethesda. The property will be available August 1, for three to five years . Please call listing agent for additional information.