Hidden away in the surprising pristine wilderness within the Greater Washington DC Metropolitan Area is a place where many prominent professionals find refuge from the fast-paced hustle and bustle of the nation’s capitol. That place is a stunning community of Lake Bancroft.

Located in northern Virginia, Lake Bancroft is just 8 miles away from the heart of Washington DC, but you wouldn’t know it just from being here. And therein lies the beauty of Lake Bancroft – it is a wonderful escape from the city, being concealed by the woods off the Colombia Pike. One of the premier locations in the DC metro area, Lake Bancroft is home to 9,000 plus fortunate people.

Considered one of Fairfax County’s hidden treasures, Lake Bancroft is a 134-acre lake with five white sand beaches and seven miles of meandering shoreline with dense trees framing its picturesque setting. Residents live in the over 1000 residences with over a quarter of them being waterfront properties. The lake has been kept immaculate since there is a bylaw prohibiting gasoline-powered engines on the lake.

The lake provides easy access to many outdoor recreational activities including boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and sailing. The surrounding shorelines has an extensive trails network perfect for a morning jog or an evening stroll. Further, the community has three private recreational clubs complete with many modern facilities.