Referred to as the Versailles of Old Town “The Prince” offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Old Town’s most iconic and refined residences ever offered for sale. Where every inch tells a story of craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless beauty. Years in the making this property offers a rare blend of historic grandeur and modern opulence as a true architectural jewel in the heart of Historic Old Town Alexandria. The residence includes 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathrooms, four finished floors of interior living, plus an exterior 5th floor roof deck with 360 degrees views of the City and partial water views.
This one-of-a-kind home incorporates elements of the original historic home and seamlessly integrates them with modern smart home technology and exclusive luxury finishes. Included but not limited to curated European and Early American antiques and artifacts which enrich the property. The showstopping original staircase has been transformed into a contemporary art piece, encased in glass with custom lighting. A manual dumbwaiter original to the property was discovered during the creation of the The Prince and has been reimagined and mechanized as a restored museum level sculptural feature, preserving its legacy while adding artistic intrigue.
Some of the additional highlights include:
· Gourmet kitchen with premium custom appliances, La Cornue range, bespoke cabinetry, Belvedere quartzite countertops, and a hidden motorized TV built into the main kitchen island
· Smart home technology integration
· 8 fireplaces, including one in every bedroom, in addition to entertaining spaces
· Lower level with its own private entry, en-suite bedroom, kitchenette, living area, and washer/ dryer offering a multi-use opportunity, multigenerational living, guest quarters, au pair suite or rental opportunity
· Custom day and night lighting throughout the property designed to transition the property from dawn to dusk
· Imported marble flooring, gold inlays, and designer fixtures throughout the property
· First-ever 360-degree view rooftop deck with putting green approved and built on a historic residence in the Old & Historic District of Old Town, Alexandria
· Rare off street parking options including both private gated rear parking for multiple vehicles and ample additional resident only alley-accessible parking
· Largest garage door ever approved and installed at a historic residence in the Old & Historic District
· Much of the properties finishes including furnishings, lighting, mouldings, etc. imported from Europe
· Elegant outdoor entertaining areas and a serene garden courtyard, 6 fountains, a star lit archway, and ambient lighting throughout
