A Legacy Estate in Woodland Normanstone
3130 Woodland Drive, NW

Available for the first time in 85 years, this extraordinary French Provincial-style residence is a rare offering from one of Washington’s most established and architecturally significant neighborhoods. Set on a beautifully landscaped .43-acre corner lot, the granite-clad estate blends timeless elegance with the scale, craftsmanship, and quiet sophistication rarely found today.

From embassy-sized entertaining spaces and intricate original detailing to tiered gardens, fountains, and terraces, every element reflects the grandeur of Washington’s golden era while offering an exceptional opportunity for its next chapter.

Property Highlights

Close-up of a marble staircase handrail with gold accents in a luxurious interior setting.

GRAND ARCHITECTURE

Built in 1941, the home showcases classic French Provincial architecture with textured granite facades, pedimented dormers, custom ironwork, intricate moldings, marble accents, and beautifully preserved parquet flooring throughout.

Elegant dining room with a fireplace with a mirror. There are vintage-style wall sconces and large windows with wooden frames.

DESIGNED FOR ENTERTAINING

Embassy-sized rooms, soaring ceilings, a dramatic bifurcated staircase, formal dining spaces, an octagonal sunroom, and expansive outdoor terraces create an extraordinary setting for both large-scale entertaining and intimate gatherings.

A lush green backyard garden with a stone pathway, surrounded by colorful azalea bushes and tall trees under a clear blue sky.

ICONIC WOODLAND NORMANSTONE SETTING

Positioned on a lush .43-acre corner lot surrounded by mature trees, ornamental gardens, stone walls, fountains, and terraces, the property offers exceptional privacy and presence in one of Washington’s most coveted residential enclaves.

Timeless Design. Lasting Legacy.

Spanning four finished levels, the residence offers remarkable scale and flexibility with nine bedrooms, six full and one half baths, expansive formal and informal living spaces, and a third-floor attic level filled with opportunity. Many of the home’s original details remain beautifully intact, from vintage hardware and mirrored doors to
Art Deco-inspired lighting, cedar closets, and mosaic tile.

Outside, the flagstone terraces and beautifully layered grounds create a seamless extension of the home’s entertaining spaces, while the circular drive and three-car garage provide both convenience and grandeur. Whether envisioned as an elegant private residence, a home designed for entertaining, or a place for generations to gather, this
is a property defined by enduring character and rare possibility.

  • Stone patio overlooking lush green trees, surrounded by a decorative black wrought iron railing, with a stone house wall on the right.

    Outdoor Terrace

  • A cozy living room with four large windows and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

    Sunroom

  • Front view of a stone house with a black door, surrounded by trees and colorful shrubs, with a pathway leading to the entrance.

    Residence

  • Elegant living room with cream-colored walls, a chandelier, a fireplace, and large windows with floral curtains.

    Living Room

  • A spacious, elegant dining room with a dark wooden table surrounded by beige upholstered chairs. The room features a chandelier, wall sconces, and large windows with dark wood framing, overlooking an outdoor view. Decor includes vases with greenery on sideboards and a fireplace with a mirror above it.

    Dining Room

  • Empty living room with checkered tile flooring, wooden wall paneling, stone fireplace, multiple windows with cream curtains, and black chandeliers on the ceiling.

    Recreation Room

  • Empty living room with parquet flooring, wood-paneled walls, large windows with curtains, built-in wooden bookshelves, a fireplace with marble trim, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

    Study

  • A house with a stone exterior and a red roof, seen from the bottom of a sloped driveway lined with a stone retaining wall, surrounded by trees and shrubs.

    3 Car Garage

  • A spacious backyard with a grassy lawn, stone steps leading up to a large stone house, and a vintage stone fountain in the yard. The landscape is lush with flowering bushes and trees under a clear blue sky.

    Backyard

Explore the Property in Detail

Discover the full experience of this remarkable Woodland Normanstone estate through photography, floorplans, and detailed property materials that showcase
the scale, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty of the home.

Elegant living room featuring a fireplace, chandelier, large windows, and hardwood floors.
Listing
A historic stone mansion surrounded by lush greenery and blooming flowers, with a gravel pathway leading up to the front door.
Floorplans
Marble staircase post with gold trim and ornate black metal railing.
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5471 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 300
Chevy Chase, MD 20815