Woodend, Nature center and estate in Chevy Chase, United States.
The Georgian Revival mansion features Flemish bond brick walls, stone details, and stands within 40 acres of natural land in Montgomery County.
Chester and Marion Wells commissioned architect John Russell Pope to design this residence, which was constructed between 1927 and 1928.
The property now functions as headquarters for the Audubon Naturalist Society, promoting environmental education and conservation through various programs.
Located at 8940 Jones Mill Road, the sanctuary maintains walking trails open from dawn to dusk, while the mansion hosts social and corporate events.
The property contains a pet cemetery where the Wells family buried their dogs and, according to records, an alligator.
Location: Montgomery County
Inception: 1927
Architects: John Russell Pope
Architectural style: Georgian Revival architecture
Floors above the ground: 2
Made from material: dimension stone, brick
Address: 8940 Jones Mill Rd, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 20815
Website: https://woodendsanctuary.org
GPS coordinates: 39.00250,-77.06690
Latest update: August 4, 2025 10:12
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