Welcome to 8745 Center Rd in Red Fox Estates. Surrounded by miles of trails and top-rated schools, this gorgeous 2-car garage colonial on just about a quarter acre offers over 5100 sqft of finished space on 3 levels. A stately brick front facade with a covered portico, an open floor plan, spacious eat-in kitchen, gracious room sizes, enormous finished lower level, an abundance of windows and loads of other features make this home so desirable. As you step into the dramatic two-story foyer, natural light abounds onto the gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main and upper levels. To the right, the elegant living room with beautiful architectural trim offers plenty of space for formal entertaining. Opposite, the office provides a serene and private work or study space. Next to the living room, the well-appointed and sunlit dining room is trimmed in crown molding and chair rail. The open kitchen features wood cabinetry, plenty of counter and island space, an electric range/stove AND a gas stove with downdraft sure to please any chef. The sun/morning room just beyond the kitchen overlooks the backyard, making it a perfect space for additional relaxation or eating space and opens up to a splendid sun deck. Opening up from the kitchen and breakfast area, the spacious family room features a wood-burning fireplace with a floor to ceiling stone faade and vaulted ceiling. Upstairs, you'll find an expansive master bedroom suite with more tall ceilings and an abundance of closet space. Relax and unwind in the master bath with a dual sink vanity, separate shower and soaking tub. Three additional bright and spacious bedrooms, each with generous closet space, share the hall bath. On the lower level, the expansive recreation room features a full bathroom, a bonus room/den, plenty of storage space and walkout level double French doors to the fully fenced backyard. Enjoy a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences nearby at Springfield Town Center, Kingstowne and Springfield Plaza or take advantage of recreational opportunities at nearby Lake Accotink. For commuters, the location cant be beat with 395, 495, 95, Fairfax County Parkway, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy and Franconia-Springfield Metro all nearby! **Recent updates include - roof, exterior paint, window screens, upper level HWD flooring, basement laminate flooring (2015/2016), water heater, deck and garage door openers (2021), interior paint and trim (2022)**