Historic Mahockney Circa 1670, 1820 & 1910 – Tappahannock, Virginia – Offered For Purchaser at $850,000.

Mahockney Circa 1670 & 1820 with later additions in 1910, is a rare & beautifully sited Manor house, on 48+ acres, surrounded by lush fields in cultivation & pastoral views in every direction. The five-bay, two-story manor house features high ceilings, arched doorways, original moldings & built-ins, heart pine flooring, a lovely center hall, elegant staircase, 5 fireplaces, massive exterior chimneys, a First Floor Bedroom, Formal Dining Room, Farmhouse Kitchen, Parlor & much more. The 2nd Floor features 2 spacious bedrooms & a large full bath. The basement features a brick herringbone floor w/ wine cellar. Additional property features include a pristine 7 acre stocked pond, wildlife in abundance, ancient towering trees, gardens, brick walkways, patios, a fenced herb garden, detached garage which can easily be converted into a horse barn, gated entrance, walking or riding trails, out buildings & a decorative water fountain, to the rear of the manor house. Mahockney has an astounding provenance and has been home to some of the most prominent figures in our nation’s history.  

At one time Mahockney served as an Ordinary.  George Washington Stayed here three times and served in the House of Burgesses later with William Roane when he lived here – Also Richard Henry Lee visited Roane here “many times” during the early days of the Revolution, according to a memoir written by his son Spencer Roane. And Spencer Roane went on to marry Patrick Henry’s daughter and knew him well while he was still living here .  “George Washington and Richard Henry Lee were well-known visitors, along with other leading Virginia patriots”

If American and Virginia History is your cup of tea and you are a qualified buyer, please give me a call today to arrange your showing of Mahockney. . .still warmly welcoming visitors and friends for over 300 years!

Contact me, Karin Andrews via email at karinandrews@howardhanna.com or by phone at 804-445-5500. 

   
 Aerial, Mahockney Farm and the Rappahannock. Manor house lower left

- History - 1680 map with Rasson Thomalin house - History - 1721 Deed mention of Mahockney - History - William Roane Patriot

W. L. Crutchfield, wife, five children
W. L. Crutchfield, wife, five children

Aerial, Mahockney Plantation Autumn front porch Blue garden art First snow at Mahockney Front lawn Front porch gourds in autumn Garden colors Gardens Gate

The small herb garden at Mahockney. Crushed clamshells and brick.
The small herb garden at Mahockney. Crushed clamshells and brick.
Mahockney attic detail
Mahockney attic detail
2012 Renovation Basement Wine Cellar after photo
2012 Renovation Basement Wine Cellar after photo
2012 Renovation Root Cellar after photo - bog iron under English bond brick
2012 Renovation Root Cellar after photo – bog iron under English bond brick

Interior - Music Room, Mahockney Interior - Pie-shaped stairs

Sub-floor pit, excavated; Mahockney South Basement
Sub-floor pit, excavated; Mahockney South Basement

Mahockney grounds Mahockney on an autumn morning Night lighting Pond deck, pier Pond flowered banks Pond gardens Pond geese

Skye Pond at Mahockney, autumn 2012
Skye Pond at Mahockney, autumn 2012

Pond reflections Pond sunset Porch, Dining Room Rose bushes Summer gardens Summer morning Underwood Trail bridge Underwood Trail flowering path IMG_2613 IMG_2711 End of Center hall to Dining Kitchen and Porch Music Room Left IMG_2616 IMG_2681 IMG_2667 IMG_2951 IMG_2961 IMG_2607 IMG_2694 IMG_2790 IMG_2792 IMG_2860 IMG_2870

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The name for Mahockney probably came from the Indian name "Mahawg" which means "gourd." The original home's builder, Robert Tomlin, traded extensively with local Indians. (Dave Ellis / The Free Lance-Star)
The name for Mahockney probably came from the Indian name “Mahawg” which means “gourd.” The original home’s builder, Robert Tomlin, traded extensively with local Indians. (Dave Ellis / The Free Lance-Star)

 

Major Price Reduction!!!! from $4,995,000 to $3,995,000 One of the Remaining GREAT River Estates in the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia!

Carousel – one of the very last of the GREAT RIVER ESTATES from the Country Place Era – Still remaining in Virginia has been reduced from $4,995,000 to $3,995,000. 40.63 acres on the deep, pristine waters of the Piankatank River.  The cleanest and one of the most scenic rivers in Virginia!  Located at 8495 Freewelcome Lane, Dutton Virginia, 23050.  Make an offer!  Carousel must be experienced!  Gardens by Charles Gillette.  Designed by Clarence Huff in 1938.  Exquisite, Stately with a great country club feel.  Casual Elegance without equal. Contact me, Karin Andrews at 804-445-5500 to show.  Qualified buyers only.

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Just one of many reasons why Virginia is for Lovers.
Just one of many reasons why Virginia is for Lovers.

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