Tucked into the peaceful curves of Ellis Mill Estates, this expansive colonial delivers the kind of living space that adapts to your lifenot the other way around. Whether you're juggling remote work and weekend guests, or just want elbow room to spread out and breathe, this is the rental that feels more like a forever home. Across 3 finished levels and nearly 4,000 square feet, youll find 5 true bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, multiple living zones, and the kind of oversized private backyard thats practically its own retreat. Out front, tidy landscaping and a two-car garage add curb appeal. Out back, a dreamy setup unfolds: a multi-tiered outdoor living space complete with a spacious deck for grilling, a stamped concrete patio for lounging, and a covered porch swing for your morning coffee or golden hour glass of wine. Fully fenced and edged in evergreens, the yard offers rare privacyand plenty of room to play, plant, or just unplug. Inside, the main level revolves around a dramatic two-story living room with a wall of sunlit windows and a fireplace that anchors the space with warmth. The open-concept kitchen offers granite countertops, 42 cabinets, and a center island that can handle weeknight dinners or weekend appetizers with equal ease. A formal dining room, home office, powder room, and laundry space round out the main floor. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite includes dual walk-in closets and a bath with soaking tub, separate shower, and double vanity. Three additional bedrooms share a hall bath, each with generous closet space and peaceful views. Downstairs, the fully finished walk-out lower level features an additional bedroom and full bath, plus a rec/media zone thats ready for your Peloton, projector, or poker night. And then theres the location. Gainesville is one of Northern Virginias best-kept secrets, offering quick access to commuter routes (I-66, Rt. 29, and 234), big-box shopping, dining, and miles of hiking trails and lakefront parks. In Ellis Mill Estates, you're part of a well-kept community known for quiet streets, beautiful homes, and that just far enough from it all feeling, with everything still within reach. Bonus perks? Hardwood flooring on the main level, plentiful natural light throughout, smart layout, and ample storage on every floor. If space, privacy, and flexibility are at the top of your list, you wont want to miss this one. Because not every rental feels this much like home.