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Private Riverfront Estate with Sweeping Views

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Reviews

6.0 out of 10
7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 1611000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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McLean, VA
  • Place, Potomac River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Tysons Corner Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tysons Galleria
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom by Kitchen - 1st Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Double Queen - 2nd Floor

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom Green - 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Grey - 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Guest Suite - 1st Floor

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom - 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

Sleeping Room - First Floor by Guest Suite

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom Double Queen - 2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Green - 2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Grey - 2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Guest Suite - 1st Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Master - 2nd Floor

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Powder Room - 1st Floor

Toilet

Powder Room Entry - 1st floor

Toilet

Powder Room - Lower Level

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Private Riverfront Estate with Sweeping Views

Welcome to our private waterfront estate overlooking the Potomac River. This expansive 12,000+ square foot residence offers sweeping river views, exceptional privacy, and generous gathering spaces in a quiet residential setting just minutes from Washington, DC.

Built in 2002 in a traditional grand style, the home features soaring ceilings, a dramatic two-story living room, a unique two-story library, multiple decks, a theater, recreation spaces, sauna, and room to comfortably accommodate up to 16 registered guests across 6 bedrooms plus one additional sleeping room (5 full baths and 3 half baths).

This is not a newly renovated ultra-modern home. The estate reflects classic early-2000s craftsmanship and scale, designed for comfort, space, and relaxed gatherings rather than contemporary minimalism. Guests who appreciate privacy, setting, and generous proportions tend to enjoy the home most.

The private driveway accommodates up to 4–5 vehicles total. Due to the residential nature of the property and shared drive access, additional or overflow parking is not available. The home is best suited for registered overnight guests rather than high-traffic events.

Ideal for:
• Multi-generational family stays
• Executive or corporate travel
• Visiting professionals
• Small, intentional retreats

House Policies:
No pets. No smoking.
No parties, events, or unauthorized gatherings.
Registered guests only.

Only the main family room fireplace is operational. Other units have been intentionally deactivated. Some decorative appliances are not in use.
The exterior staircase leading to the river is seasonal and may be restricted during colder months as reconditioning work continues.

The home is professionally cleaned and prepared prior to each arrival. As with any large private estate, occasional maintenance needs may arise; our team is responsive and available to assist during your stay.

Exterior security cameras are located at entry points and along the river staircase. There are no indoor cameras.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure all fireplaces are fully turned off prior to departure.
Confirm all windows and exterior doors are securely closed and locked (double doors require both top and bottom locks engaged).
Adjust thermostats to a moderate setting (65°F in cooler months, 75°F in warmer months) before checkout.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Outdoor steps to river are in process of reconditioning and we do not recommend using these steps during the late Fall/Winter/Early Spring.
Sauna is available for use. Steam room is off limits.
Utility room is off limits. This is storage area that houses water heaters, furnace, and other utilities and is not accessible by guests.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

McLean

Located in McLean, this villa is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at National Mall and Tidal Basin, while Smithsonian Institution and Kennedy Center are cultural highlights. Smithsonian's National Zoo and National Museum of Natural History are not to be missed. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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McLean, VA

What's nearby

  • Potomac River - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tysons Corner Center - 3 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Tysons Galleria - 4 min drive - 7.2 km
  • National Mall - 17 min drive - 26.9 km
  • White House - 22 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Greensboro Station - 9 min drive
  • Rockville Station - 22 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪matchbox - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fish Taco - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Potomac River Estate with Panoramic Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elegant Potomac River Estate with Panoramic Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Potomac River Estate with Panoramic Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Potomac River Estate with Panoramic Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Potomac River Estate with Panoramic Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is steps from Potomac River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tysons Corner Center and Capital One Hall. Great Falls Park and Tysons Galleria are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

6.0
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trenise J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rescue

Long story story short, we originally booked a different property and the canceled the day before we our trip…. So we had to find a replacement home to accommodate 14 guess at the last minute. This property manager was quick and very polite.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Madge D.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Ridiculously expensive

For a one week stay at a very high rate, you would expect pretty nice accommodations. Upon arrival, there was a terrible smell coming from the stove vent and in the powder room. None of the gas fireplaces worked until I called the manager and he came over to turn them on. He also turned the sauna on, but it never got hot enough. We also had to ask him to get the home theater on. There are absolutely no directions on anything in the “house manual” which was useless. Two of the “7” bedrooms were not actually meant to be bedrooms. One was a sunroom right next to the kitchen with no closet or bathroom. The other may have been a music room, no bathroom or closet or DOOR on it. Open to the public!!!! The house is furnished as minimally as possible and as cheaply as possible. We were moving chairs from room to room to have enough for everybody to sit. Not a bath mat in the entire house. Kitchen poorly stocked with common items missing, like a vegetable peeler. All in all, the house is big but feels empty. Not a picture on the walls anywhere. It looks like no one has lived there in twenty years and it hasn’t been updated in 20 years. The carpets are awful. I will say the manager, Melvin, was very responsive and as helpful as he could be . I give him 5 stars. Don’t support this kind of rental that is just out for every cent and doesn’t provide a comfortable space. The cleaning fee is an insult. I will never use VRBO again😤
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Cathy A.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Deceived

1. Upon arrival all exterior doors where unlocked including front door (stationary door wasn’t even dead bolted into the floor or ceiling) 2. Only 3 extra rolls of toilet paper and 3 rolls of paper towels for 16 people for 5 days. 3. Old rusty frying pan and pots. 4. Freezer upstairs no shelves in it, unusable. 5. Ice maker didn’t work. 6. Had to refill a portable ice maker on counter. 7. Freezer downstairs not working.. Food and ice cream melted!! 8. Backyard outside steps and walkway green with mold and wet leaves.. Some steps not secure. We had to sign a liability waiver for the outside steps when they weren’t even proper maintained. I even reached out to the Owner on VRBO a few weeks beforehand specifically mentioning the outside be cleaned for wedding pictures for my son. 9. The house ran out of hot water twice during the 5 days resulting in cold showers for most of our guests. 10. 8 coffee mugs for 13 adults . 11. Overall the house wasn’t outfitted as a luxury rental, while extremely large the furnishings were of low quality. For example paper shades on all the bedrooms windows. Rooms with no furniture in it. In addition the general attention to detail was missing.; not enough mugs, plates, serving dishes or platters to serve our guests. Overall the experience was terrible. It took away from my sons wedding and events planned. It added unnecessary stress. When I spoke with the gentleman who met us upon arrival, he just laugh at my concerns and informed me to write it all in my comment section with my reviews!! Really!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kyler

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What makes this property unique

Few properties in the Washington, DC area offer this combination of scale, privacy, and true waterfront positioning. Perched above the Potomac River, the estate provides expansive views and a sense of retreat while remaining approximately 15 minutes from Georgetown and within easy reach of both Reagan National and Dulles International Airports.

The home’s two-story living room and library create a dramatic architectural presence rarely found in short-term rentals. Generous gathering spaces across three levels allow families and groups to spread out comfortably while still sharing time together.

It offers the feel of a private residence rather than a typical vacation rental.

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