Ideally situated in fabulous Palisades, with convenient access to both Key and Chain Bridges, this special home combines generous scale, timeless appeal and extraordinary flexibility. High ceilings, beautifully proportioned rooms and an expansive and exceptionally private garden create a wonderful sense of space and serenity. The seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living, together with a highly versatile floor plan, offers endless possibilities for today's lifestyles. The oversized, extra-deep garage opens to the entry level, where a fabulous office with fireplace and built-ins overlooks and leads directly to the beautiful rear garden. An adjoining bedroom and full bath complete this level, offering an ideal setting for a home office, guest suite or a variety of other uses. The main level is gracious and inviting, featuring beautiful formal living and dining rooms, with elegant moldings and lovely architectural details throughout. The living room features a second fireplace and opens directly to a deck, providing a wonderful spot to enjoy the surroundings. A glass enclosed sunroom, accessible from both the living and dining rooms, further enhances the connection to the outdoors. A spacious chef's kitchen and separate library complete this level. Upstairs, the primary suite enjoys lovely views of the rear garden and features a well-appointed bath with soaking tub and separate shower, along with a large walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a beautifully updated hall bath complete the upper level. The fabulous lower level offers remarkable flexibility and the potential for a completely separate apartment, with its own entrance. This inviting space includes a generous recreation room with fireplace, a second kitchen, a fifth bedroom and an additional renovated full bath, and is ideal for extended family, guests, au pair accommodations or independent living. The outstanding Palisades location places you just moments from Georgetown, with exceptional commuter convenience via both Chain and Key Bridges. Enjoy the neighborhood's wonderful restaurants, shops and parks, as well as easy access to trails, the C&O Canal and so much more.Close to many well-regarded private schools and in bounds for beloved Key Elementary, this is a fabulous opportunity not to be missed!