5757 GOVERNORS POND Circle
Alexandria, VA 22310

Welcome to 5757 Governors Pond Circle in the desirable Governors Grove Community. This sun-filled (east-west facing) townhouse has high-end upgrades and is meticulously maintained. Close to Old Town Alexandria with easy access to WDC, Pentagon, 495 Beltway, GW Parkway, other commuter & bus routes, walking distance (0.8 mi.) to Huntington Metro and lots of shopping nearby. Red brick fronted with 2-story bump out provides an elegant and generously proportioned interior with hardwood floors throughout and an above-ground finished basement with gas fireplace. Recently updated gourmet kitchen has high-end modern cherry wood cabinetry, white granite countertops include a curved bar, white marble backsplash inlaid with sparkling mother-of-pearl and stain steel appliances. Kitchen includes a sitting room with archway to a formal dining room which opens to a living room with vaulted ceiling living and 3 large palladium windows. French doors open to a deck sheltered by a magnificent maple tree that provides shade and privacy in the outdoor space. The 2nd floor includes a spacious Master Suite with vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite bathroom along with two secondary bedrooms and laundry room. All bathrooms were updated in 2014; kitchen renovation in 2018; windows replaced 2013; new roof in 2018; and deck updated with Trex in 2020. The above-ground basement is bright with 2 large windows & sliding doors to yard. It includes extra storage space and can be additional living space or home theater and is plumbed to add bathroom. Governors Grove is a tranquil but vibrant enclave surrounded by forests with extensive wildlife, including a bald eagles nest. Community amenities include tennis court, gazebo, kid park, dog run and pond with fountain. A paved greenway with benches runs along the pond to enjoy the gardens, wildlife & waterbirds. Nature paths link the adjacent neighborhoods. Only 3 miles from Fairfax Countyâ??s largest Nature Park - Huntley Meadows â?? a 1,452-acre wetland with trail system through forests & wildflower meadows with boardwalk, observation platform and visitor center.