10222 IRON GATE RD

Come home to the definition of luxury in the heart of Potomac. Built by acclaimed Gibson Builders, this breathtaking, one-of-a-kind property is filled with custom features, exquisite design and a warmth so rarely found in homes of its size. This home exudes high-end practical living with expert craftsmanship, a tasteful interior and thoughtful layout. The two-story grand foyer evokes Old Hollywood glamour with its curved staircase and gleaming crystal chandelier (straight from the set of Boardwalk Empire). To the right of the foyer is a formal living room with stone fireplace and hand painted ceiling by local artist Maggie O’Neill. The entire house has a gracious flow, leading from the living room to a stately clubroom, complete with a full wet bar and billiards space. This property is well suited for both large-scale entertaining or more intimate living. The centrally located great room serves as the heart of the home and is the perfect intersection of form, function and technology. Custom built-ins, a coffered ceiling and beautiful hardwood floors bring a warmth to such a grand space. The state-of-the-art drop-down movie screen makes this an ideal gathering spot for entertaining friends or cozy movie nights. Adjacent to the great room is a top-of-the-line chef’s kitchen with wooden ceiling beams, paneled appliances and an oversized walk-in pantry. There is an adjacent wet bar and sun-drenched breakfast room with direct outdoor access. The expansive formal dining room is the optimal space to host holidays and all of your special events. Take the elevator to the upper level which boasts six well-appointed bedrooms. The unparalleled owner’s suite has a sitting area, custom walk-in closet, luxurious bathroom for two with soaking tub and balcony access. The second jaw-dropping owner’s closet feels more like a boutique--it’s a fashion lover’s dream come true! There are five additional bedrooms on the upper level, all with en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets. One of the bedrooms serves as a spacious second owner’s suite with sitting area. An upper level bonus room with built-ins and a gas fireplace is the perfect flex space that can be used as an office, homework area, playroom, or meditation space. The lower level has a temperature-controlled wine cellar, full gym, massage area, sauna and spa shower/changing room. There is also an en-suite bedroom, additional wine room, a recreation area with bar and ample storage space. This property offers your own private Oasis with a beautiful pool and spa and handsomely landscaped grounds. Divine outdoor recreation extends from the covered stone patio to the built-in BBQ area to the custom pool house complete with kitchenette. Other amenities include a four-car garage, newly-renovated laundry room with steam machine and security system. This home is truly a masterpiece that will be cherished for generations to come. Minutes to Potomac Village with easy access to the DC Metro area.

About the neighborhood

In 2013, CNNMoney listed Potomac as the most affluent town in all the United States based on median household income. Potomac is also the seventh-most top-educated American small town according to Forbes. Bloomberg Businessweek labeled Potomac as the twenty-ninth-richest zip code in the United States in 2011, stating that it had the largest population of any U.S. town with a median income of more than $240,000. In 2012, The Higley Elite 100 published a list of highest-income neighborhoods by mean household income, which included four neighborhoods in Potomac; one of these neighborhoods, “Carderock-The Palisades” was ranked the highest-income neighborhood in the United States, followed by “Beverly Hills-North of Sunset” in Beverly Hills, California, and “Swinks Mill-Dominion Reserve” of McLean, Virginia. More recently, two Potomac neighborhoods were ranked among the ten wealthiest neighborhoods in the country by CNBC in 2014. In 2018, data from the American Community Survey revealed that Potomac was the sixth-wealthiest city in the United States.

Throughout the 18th century, what became known as Offutts Crossroads was a small, rural community which served planters and travelers. In the 19th century, a few small dwellings had been built along with a tavern established in 1820. By the time of the Civil War, the community contained two general stores, a blacksmith shop, and a post office which served a community of 100. Offutts Crossroads was renamed Potomac in 1881 by John McDonald. An Irishman and veteran of the Civil War, McDonald settled in Potomac around that time. He petitioned for the name change since postal officials were asking for brief names and there were already several other communities in the area with the name “crossroads.”

By the turn of the 20th century, Potomac experienced a period of growth. Thomas Perry, an operator of a nearby general store, built a house on the corner of Falls and River Roads in 1902. More residential structures were built on the northern section of Falls Road throughout the 1920s and 1930s. During the 1950s, Potomac was one of many communities in Montgomery County to experience suburbanization. Potomac quickly transformed from a rural farming community to a suburban community from the mid- to late 20th century. Numerous original buildings within Potomac Village have been demolished for the construction of strip malls and modern office buildings. However, in the surrounding area, many of the old farmhouses remain, though some are confined within suburban developments. The Perry Store has been restored and still stands as part of a bank, although the building was moved 21 feet in 1986 to allow for a project to widen the intersection of Falls and River Roads.

[Source: Wikipedia]