Ballantrae Real Estate

Ballantrae Real Estate

Welcome to Ballantrae, a captivating subdivision nestled in the heart of McLean, Virginia, within the esteemed Fairfax County. Known for its picturesque landscape and tranquil ambiance, Ballantrae offers a unique blend of suburban charm and urban convenience, making it an ideal place to call home.

As you stroll through the tree-lined streets of Ballantrae, you’ll be greeted by beautifully crafted homes that reflect a variety of architectural styles, each with its own character and charm. The community is designed for families and individuals alike, featuring spacious lots, manicured lawns, and a friendly atmosphere that fosters neighborly connections.

One of the standout features of Ballantrae is its proximity to some of the best amenities McLean has to offer. Residents enjoy easy access to top-rated schools, shopping centers, and dining options that cater to every palate. The nearby Tysons Corner Center, a premier shopping destination, is just a short drive away, providing a plethora of retail and entertainment choices.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of parks and green spaces surrounding the subdivision. With trails for walking, jogging, and biking, outdoor recreation is at your fingertips. The community also hosts various events throughout the year, promoting a vibrant social life and engaging residents in local happenings.

In Ballantrae, you’re not just buying a home; you’re investing in a lifestyle filled with comfort, convenience, and community spirit. Discover your perfect haven in this charming subdivision, where every day feels like a retreat. Welcome home!

Newest Listings in Ballantrae

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Move-in ready and full of character, this bright and cheery Cape Cod offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and location — just steps away from scenic Sligo Creek Park on a tree-lined street in a neighborhood known for its strong sense of community. Step onto the inviting front porch and enter into the living room with a brick, wood-burning fireplace, custom built-in shelves, and large windows flooding the room with natural light. There are two freshly painted bedrooms with hardwood floors and roomy closets on the main level and two additional bedrooms and laundry on the second floor. This charming home also features an updated bathroom and an eat in kitchen which includes new appliances such as an induction stove and offers an easy exit onto a screened in porch with vaulted ceilings perfect for entertaining and cozy celebrations. Step outside onto a stone-paved walkway that goes past an Amish built storage shed to a private oasis — a recently added studio space with custom-built shelves, electricity and Wifi, perfect for working from home, a room you can truly make your own. A thoughtfully landscaped front yard and fenced-in backyard with custom-built wood playground offers a safe, tranquil space to relax and play. Beyond the home, enjoy neighborhood farmers markets, seasonal festivals in the park, and easy access to outdoor recreation in Sligo Creek Park such as biking, walking, basketball, and tennis as well as the SC Golf course all within walking distance! Everyday conveniences are just minutes away at the Four Corners Shopping Center, while commuters will appreciate being about a mile away from the Forest Glen Metro Station and close to Holy Cross Hospital with quick access to major routes like 495 and US 29. Offering the best of community, convenience, and comfort, this charming home is perfectly positioned to enjoy Silver Spring and its surroundings. Don’t miss the chance to make this home yours!

905 Robin Rd, Silver Spring

Listing courtesy of Compass. Contact: (301) 304-8444

7 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths

This home gives you room for almost anything! With more than 7,400 square feet of beautifully designed living space, seven bedrooms, multiple recreation and flex spaces and a nearly half-acre level lot, this extraordinary custom residence offers a combination of scale, versatility and possibility rarely found in Alexandria City. Set on a quiet non-thru street and substantially expanded in 2011 with an emphasis on quality, proportion and timeless design, the home has space to gather, entertain, work, exercise, host extended family, pursue hobbies and still have room to grow and evolve. Outside, the possibilities are equally compelling, with an expansive level backyard offering abundant space for a pool, outdoor kitchen, gardens, play areas, a sport court or additional outdoor living spaces while retaining plenty of open lawn. A circular driveway, stately columned entrance, two-car garage and beautifully maintained grounds create an impressive arrival, while reclaimed hardwood floors, extensive custom millwork, oversized windows, French doors and thoughtfully selected finishes establish a sense of understated luxury throughout. The gracious foyer is flanked by formal living and dining rooms, providing elegant settings for intimate dinners or large celebrations. At the center of the home is an exceptional chef’s kitchen designed on a scale that makes both everyday living and entertaining effortless, with custom wood cabinetry, expansive granite countertops, multiple sinks, dual dishwashers, wall ovens, oversized islands, remarkable storage, an extra-large pantry and generous preparation space, along with island seating and a spacious dining area capable of accommodating a crowd. The kitchen opens to a spectacular family room with soaring vaulted ceilings, custom built-ins, a dramatic stone fireplace and a wall of French doors overlooking the backyard, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. The main level continues with a private office, powder room, mudroom with custom built-ins and slate flooring, spacious laundry room, secondary entry and a sun-filled windowed breezeway elegantly connecting the home’s two wings. Upstairs, dual staircases lead to distinct bedroom wings that provide an unusual degree of privacy and flexibility. The primary suite is a true retreat with an oversized walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath featuring a soaking tub, dual vanities, walk-in shower and private water closet. Five additional bedrooms and a large open loft create even more options for guest rooms, home offices, study areas, a playroom, fitness space, studio or whatever life requires next. The lower level adds another dimension entirely, with a dedicated theater room, expansive recreation room with wet bar, additional bedroom and full bath, flexible bonus space, substantial storage and a walk-in cedar closet—room for movie nights, games, a home gym, hobbies, visiting guests or multiple activities at once. With seven bedrooms, five full baths, one half bath, two wood-burning fireplaces and two separate wings, the home provides the rare luxury of having a place for everything without sacrificing generous gathering spaces. Outdoors, expansive stone patios are already in place for dining and entertaining, while the broad, level lawn offers a remarkable canvas for creating the backyard you have imagined. A newer 8’ x 12’ storage building keeps gardening equipment, recreational gear and seasonal items conveniently out of sight. And for all the space and privacy found at home, the location keeps everything else within easy reach, with convenient access to Old Town Alexandria, Del Ray, Shirlington and Washington, D.C., nearby parks, shopping and dining, Metro stations, Reagan National and Dulles International airports and major commuter routes. Few properties in Alexandria offer this much space inside, this much opportunity outside and this many ways to make a home truly fit the life you want to live. Some photos virtually enhanced.

1337 Kingston Ave, Alexandria

Listing courtesy of Compass. Contact: (703) 229-8935

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

Welcome 1305 Key Dr -- a once-in-a-generation opportunity to enjoy the freedom, privacy, and space of country living while remaining just minutes from Old Town Alexandria and Washington, DC. Rarely avaialble large corner lot with nearly 2/3 of an acre, tucked away on a quiet, non-cut-through street in the coveted Ballantrae neighborhood, this remarkable property offers something increasingly difficult to find inside the Beltway: a beautifully landscaped .64-acre corner lot, exceptional flexibility, and no HOA. No compromises. No limits on how you enjoy your property. Surrounded by mature landscaping, fruit trees, and inviting outdoor living spaces, DreamKey feels more like a private retreat than a city residence. A greenhouse, wisteria-covered trellis patio, and distinctive two-story barn-style outbuilding create a setting rich with character and possibility. Whether you envision gardening, entertaining, relaxing by a future pool, raising organic egg-laying hens, or simply enjoying room to breathe, this property offers a lifestyle rarely available in Alexandria City. Inside, timeless charm blends seamlessly with thoughtful updates. The kitchen has been refreshed with a brighter, modern aesthetic featuring refinished cabinetry and updated hardware. Additional improvements include renovated bathrooms, wide-plank hardwood flooring, updated HVAC systems, a newer roof with transferable warranty, new water heater, custom maintenance-free deck, stainless steel appliances, wine refrigerator, and designer range hood. Natural light pours through oversized picture windows, while unique architectural details—including a secret book case, and charming porthole window—add warmth and personality throughout. The versatile floor plan offers exceptional flexibility, including the potential for a main-level primary suite and a lower-level bedroom with private entrance, ideal for multigenerational living, guests, an au pair suite, home office, fitness studio, or income-producing opportunity. Enjoy easy access to Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility, nearby parks and trails, newly rebuilt public schools, Metro, VRE, Amtrak, King Street, I-395, I-495, Reagan National Airport, and all that Alexandria and the DC region have to offer. Properties of this caliber and character seldom become available. DreamKey is more than a home—it is a lifestyle defined by space, privacy, flexibility, and freedom in one of Alexandria City's most desirable neighborhoods.

1305 Key Dr, Alexandria

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Allegiance. Contact:

6 Beds ⋅ 9 Baths

Designed to Lead: Where Architecture, Performance, and Excellence Converge. Rising quietly at the end of Ballantrae Court, this exceptional east-facing ultra-luxury residence located in Ballantrae Farms, one of McLean’s most prominent neighborhoods, is a study in precision, power, and restraint—crafted for those who expect more and accept nothing less. Set on 1.54 private acres with a resort-caliber pool, expansive terraces, and a thoughtfully orchestrated site plan, the home delivers presence and sophistication without compromise. From the moment you arrive, the architecture signals intent. A metal-and-glass entry opens to soaring 11-foot ceilings, a floating white-oak staircase framed in steel and glass, and interiors defined by balance, flow, and light. Every material is purposeful: 7” wide white-oak floors, custom transitional millwork, solid 8’ doors, and floor-to-ceiling Marvin windows that pull the outdoors in while maintaining complete control of comfort and performance through a fully integrated smart-home ecosystem. At the heart of the home, the kitchen is engineered for mastery. Taj Mahal quartzite slabs, bespoke white-oak cabinetry, and a full suite of Gaggenau appliances—including multiple cooking surfaces, steam, convection, and induction—create a space that is as commanding as it is refined. A secondary catering kitchen ensures seamless execution for entertaining at scale, while the adjacent great room opens through automated glass walls to a covered outdoor living room with fireplace, heaters, and travertine flooring—an effortless extension of the interior experience. The upper level is devoted to retreat and restoration. The primary suite unfolds as a private residence within the home, complete with sitting room, fireplace, coffee bar, automated shades, and a spa-level bath with heated floors, soaking tub, and dual water closets. Secondary bedrooms are all ensuite, each finished to the same uncompromising standard, while a glass-enclosed laundry suite and upper-level family lounge elevate daily living. Below, the lower level is tuned for performance and play: an entertainment lounge with walk-out access, a wet bar with curated finishes, a gym with steam shower, a dedicated media and golf simulator-ready room, and a private guest suite. Every space is supported by serious infrastructure—Crestron Home Automation and Control System, luxury elevator access to all levels, 800-amp electrical service, 4-car main level garage with EV-charging capability, generator readiness —ensuring the home performs as beautifully as it presents. For future expansion, an optional 5th and 6th garage with apartment has gone through permitting. This is not simply a luxury residence. It is a statement of intent. A home designed to lead. Minutes to DC, Tysons, and 495. 20 minutes to both Dulles and Reagan Airports.

1306 Ballantrae Ct, Mclean

Listing courtesy of Serhant. Contact: 8777374268

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