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Situated with vistas extending to the Blue Ridge Mountains and into Maryland, Birchwood stands as a sentinel, protecting the unspoiled beauty of this corner of northern Loudoun County, Virginia. This exceptionalestate is located just beyond the centuries-old, beloved village of Waterford and very near the historic Taylorstown settlement. The residence is masterfully built using elegant design and quality materials.The details, from the custom-designed, hand-milled woodwork and moldings to the fabric covered walls of several of the rooms, to the commercial-grade utility systems including, geo-thermal heatingand cooling express the care and thoughtful planning apparent in every segment of the architecture and construction. The entrance to the property is through stone gateposts holding wrought iron securitygates. A long paved driveway curls up a hillside, with each turn an enchanting sight. In every direction there is a vista of fine and rare specimens of trees intermingled with a personal collection of stone sculptureand artifacts, all displayed on 35 acres of lush green lawns. The house is approached up a flagstone walk through an arched overhang into the welcoming foyer. The floors of the main level and second floor are hand fashioned,quarter sawed hand scraped white oak, which is stained, sealed and waxed. Specialists were imported to fashion and plane the boards and polish them to a glowing luster. The formal living room features, as do all of therooms, strong moldings and woodwork, a lovely fireplace and breathtaking views. There are large windows in every room to bring the beauty of the setting indoors. The formal dining room has walls covered with a soft Damaskfabric which accents the fireplace and built-in china display cabinets with arched doors. The Kitchen/Family Room/Breakfast Room is a wonderful family living space with a raised stone fireplace, flagstone hearth, and built incabinets for media equipment. In the bay windowed wall is a family living area with a view through gardens to the pool and the mountains. The Kitchen area features granite counter tops, decorative tiles designed and made bya well known local artist, top quality appliances, a planning desk and an arched window taking in a grand panorama extending miles to the west. A fabulous screened/glassed-in porch is just off this central family area and it, too,provides the same breath-taking views. Down a back hallway is a butler’s pantry/laundry room with cupboards, several enclosing wooden hanging racks for linens. Through this hallway is a Sitting Room/Sunroom with handpainted walls and views of the gardens. It adjoins the master bedroom suite. The Master Bedroom has a fireplace, lush carpeting, a large bathroom with spa bath tub and separate shower and two separate walk in closets well furnishedwith storage areas for a full compliment of clothing and shoes. Additionally, there is a walk-in cedar closet.