COME HOME TO HISTORY AND COMFORT 

Built in 1815.

4 stories. Brick exterior.

Architectural style: Pre-War/Vintage

.09 acre lot. 3,718 sq.ft. lot dim.

22x15 - Master Bedroom, Upper Level, Carpeting.

22x12 - Bedroom 2, Upper Level, Hardwood Floor.

16x13 - Bedroom 3, Upper Level, Hardwood Floor.

16x13 - Bedroom 4, Upper Level, Hardwood Floor.

16x13 - Bedroom 5, Upper Level, Hardwood Floor.

16x13 - Living Room, Main Level, Hardwood Floor.

16x13 - Dining Room, Main Level, Hardwood Floor.

22x12 - Kitchen, Main Level, Other.

21x16 - Family Room, Upper Level, Hardwood Floor.

32x7 - Foyer, Main Level, Hardwood Floor.

20x15 - Recreation Room, Lower Level, Other.

Old Town Alexandria was created in 1749 and enjoyed rapid growth for the better part of eight decades. Its unusual and enviable architectural activity produced a pleasing picture of multiple styles carefully blended to offer a harmonious vision and to reflect the lifestyles of its residents. The typical townhouse of early Alexandria was rectangular or square with an entrance hall at the side and two chambers opening from it. 121 Duke Street follows this plan and offers many period features as well as embellishments.

Carefully laid in Flemish bond where the brick pattern is created by headers and stretchers alternating in a row, this home built in 1815 offers the refreshing contrast of white stone lintels, sills and wood trim as well as framing green shutters. A delicately ornamented transom rests above the paneled door which is matched by the deep paneled reveals of the surround. Twenty-four lights with twelve panes in each sash permit glorious southern sunlight to fill the rooms with light and a period pull rings the bell announcing guests.

The long entrance hall with shoe moulding and chair rail opens to the two main rooms, reaches for the stairs and leads to the rear ell of the home where an up-to-date kitchen with wood cabinets, stainless appliances and granite counters embraces a breakfast area with raised fireplace. Glass doors open to the large private tiered garden allowing easy entertaining and quiet enjoyment. The formal living room and dining room with beautiful heart pine floors, fireplaces with original mantels and original woodwork including a built-in china closet are gracious in size with tall ceilings.

The second level balances informal living space with bedrooms. A large bedroom and private bath in the “ell” of the house overlooks the pretty garden while a second bedroom with fireplace abuts the family room, lined with bookshelves and warmed by another fireplace. Connecting to this room is a master suite comprised of a generous bedroom with outside access, a walk-in closet and a large bath with clawfoot bathtub, oversized custom sink and organized cabinet offering exceptional storage.

The uppermost reaches offer two more bedrooms, each with fireplaces and lots of windows for peering into neighboring gardens, absorbing sunlight and enjoying the sounds of a vibrant colonial town alive with the twenty-first century. A full bath adds to the delights of this aerie haven.

The lower level with exposed brick walls, tile floor and detailed tin ceiling has been finished to offer a generous recreation room, an additional playroom and a wine cellar.

Located on two lots with an unusually large two-car garage providing additional storage, this early residence with seven fireplaces encourages outdoor entertaining and enjoyment with its two tiered garden and brick patios. Perimeter beds of evergreens, perennials and annuals flood this respite area with color while a glorious magnolia offers gracious shade.