Grand Room at Timberlawn Estate

Filming Location at a Country House · Private space

5700 Sugarbush Lane, Washington, MD 20852
North Bethesda, MD

About this space

The Grand Room features cabin-style wooden interiors with french-arched windows overlooking the lawns and a patio surrounded by peonies in may. A well-suited location for film and photo productions, offering several key features:

1. Grand Room is spacious with high ceilings and large windows, allowing plenty of natural light to stream in. This natural light can be beneficial for creating a well-lit scene or providing the option to control lighting more precisely with professional equipment.

2. It has an appealing, rustic aesthetic with exposed wooden beams, a brick wall, and wood-paneled walls. This can provide a visually interesting backdrop that adds character and depth to the scene.

3. The room contains versatile elements such as a fireplace, a comfortable seating area, and a window seat, making it adaptable for different scene settings and moods.

4. The space can accommodate extensive technical setups. The presence of various seating options and equipment boxes also suggests the space is being used effectively to support the crew and their gear.

5. Heavy curtains are seen on the windows, which can be used to control the amount of natural light and to create different atmospheres by adjusting lighting conditions. Very silent neighborhood and controllable AC/HVAC.

Overall, this room offers a combination of aesthetic charm, practical space, and versatility, making it a valuable location for various film and photo production needs.


Prices

Sunday
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $3000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Monday
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $2700 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $2700 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $2700 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $2700 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Friday
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $225 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $2700 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
from $3000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Theatre
up to 40
Boardroom
up to 50
U-Shaped
up to 30
Classroom
up to 70

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Free parking is available on-site (15 spaces)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction from 21:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Respect the space.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

Situated in Rockville, Maryland, Timberlawn Estate is a historic place that becomes a great filming venue, ready to serve as an elegant backdrop to any recording or photo project. Just five minutes from the Washington DC metro service, this property provides a peaceful getaway without having to travel too far from the city. Built in 1918 by National Geographic funding Treasurer John Joy Edson, this property has also been home to Special Olympics founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver. Thanks to its rich history, this home is full of charm, lending its enchantment to interviews, series or movies.

Timberlawn Estate comprises a fairytale-like home nestled on nearly 59,000 square feet of lush green land. Producers and crews can enjoy the peace and privacy of the property.

The house itself has been renovated and remodeled to include luxurious wooden features, as well as central air conditioning and heating throughout. The Grand Room features cabin-style wooden interiors with french-arched windows overlooking the lawns whilst the Party Room has plenty of space for equipment and crews to settle. There is also a chef's kitchen perfect for catering. The property can accommodate up to 100 guests, with private parking available both on and off-site.
It has an amazing feeling of timeless space yet suited with all the comforts of current technologies.


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