316 E Washington Street

This updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath Colonial Revival style home in historic Charles Town offers a blend of original details and charm with attractive and functional updates. A freshly painted exterior, extensive repainting in the interior, two new heat pumps, rebuilt front and rear porches and a recently finished lower level with a possible 4th bedroom make this home one to see! The large (8 x 35) front porch features Tuscan-style tapered columns and is a great space to relax after work or watch the parade. The large, paneled front door is flanked by twin sidelights and beneath a large transom, allowing indirect sunlight into the large foyer beyond. Original heart-pine floors dominate the first floor, with original stained and painted woodwork throughout and 9+ foot ceilings. The large great room has tall windows room for large furniture and more. It opens into the gourmet kitchen, featuring professional grade stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and custom-made natural cherry cabinetry. The first-floor bedroom has tall windows, too and room for a king-sized bed and all the accessories. Down the hall is a full bath with a 5-foot tub/shower with wainscot surround and a nice. louvered vanity with matching cabinetry, mirror and light sconces above, and luxury vinyl plank flooring. There's a laundry room on this floor, with a large window overlooking the rear yard and nice cabinetry and shelving to hold all of the necessaries. Upstairs you'll find 3 large bedrooms, each with large windows and pine floors, and a large walk-in closet on the hallway with a window. Down the hall is a full bath with subway tiled walls and a basket-weave ceramic tiled floor. The porcelain pedestal sink is situated in an alcove, with a mirrored medicine cabinet flanked by two lighted wall sconces. Up one more flight of stairs is the full, floored attic, great for all of your seasonal storage needs. The English-style basement is a pleasant surprise, recently renovated with an industrial-style theme. White-washed stone walls reflect light, while painted floors and exposed beams and ductwork give the space a rustic charm. There's a large recreation room here, with built-in shelving, and a room that could become a fifth bedroom by adding a larger window. An exit door in the rear leads to the fully fenced rear yard with a large covered rear porch, a 6-foot wood privacy fence, paved off-street parking and plenty of room to garden, barbeque, and entertain. Don't miss your chance to own a fine home in "Charlestown," laid out in 1786 by Charles Washington, George Washington's youngest brother. Call now for your private showing, before it's history.