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Bright Mountain Estate | McLean, VA | $29,990,000

Rising above the rolling hills of McLean, Virginia, Bright Mountain Estate redefines luxury living. At more than 21,000 square feet and sited on 5.3 secluded acres, this extraordinary residence is not simply a home but a landmark of design, scale, and ambition. Conceived by the visionary team behind Ambar, the estate masterfully blends bold contemporary architecture with timeless sophistication, establishing itself as one of the Capital Region’s most iconic compounds.

From its commanding hilltop perch, a sweeping boulder-clad drive leads to a broad motor court and an exterior defined by concrete stucco, Vermont slate roofing, and copper detailing. At night, subtle illumination transforms the estate into a striking beacon of elegance.

Inside, the grand entry hall welcomes you with towering glass doors, floating fireplaces, designer fixtures, and Lutron-controlled lighting, balancing refinement with warmth. The centerpiece of the residence, the great room, soars with 28-foot vaulted ceilings and walls of glass framing panoramic views of manicured grounds.

The chef’s kitchen is anchored by a La Cornue range, European cabinetry, a full Miele suite, and a concealed spice kitchen designed for seamless entertaining. Formal living and dining salons, a gentleman’s library, and private study create an ideal flow for both intimate living and grand-scale gatherings.

The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with tranquil garden views, spa bath featuring a Victoria + Albert soaking tub, bespoke dressing rooms, and the elegance of five-star accommodations. Upstairs, a second primary suite provides sanctuary with a terrace, dual-sided dressing room, and luxurious ensuite. Four additional bedroom suites complete the level, each with its own sitting area and bath.

The lower level is an entertainment haven with a state-of-the-art cinema, sprawling recreation lounge, full wet bar, glass-enclosed wine cellar with concealed safe room, and more than 3,000 sqft of leisure space.

Car enthusiasts will appreciate the climate-controlled, lift-ready twin garages, accommodating up to eight vehicles with direct residence access.

Outdoors, the resort-inspired lifestyle continues with a heated marble-clad pool, spa, tanning ledge, LED lighting, cascading waterfall with fire feature, pool house with Wolf appliances, fireplace, full bar, and heated cabana bath. A fire-pit lounge enhances year-round entertaining.

Beyond beauty, the estate is engineered with uncompromising infrastructure: 600 amps of power, six Carrier HVAC systems, instant Rheem water heaters, copper plumbing, CAT generator, Honeywell security with 16 cameras, and full-home URC automation integrating sound, lighting, and climate.

Located just minutes from Tysons Corner, Arlington, Great Falls, and Washington, DC, Bright Mountain Estate is more than a residence—it is a generational compound, a true pinnacle of McLean luxury real estate, and one of the most significant estates in Northern Virginia.

Price: $29,990,000
Location: McLean, Virginia