The Spring Issue of Historic Homes Magazine is featuring Wilton, my listing at 1425 Twiggs Ferry Road as its cover and cover story for this fabulous issue. When the publishers / owners, Sheila and Dennis contacted me about including Wilton, I contacted my Seller, who gave his blessing. It was wonderful working with them on the photography and staging. If you are a lover of Colonial Architecture and Historic Homes, you will want to check out their fabulous website. Everything about this publication is first class. It was an honor for me and for Wilton to be featured in such a special way!
In addition to being the Cover Story in this Issue, Wilton also graces the cover of The Chesapeake House, published by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, years ago. It is the definitive resource on all elements of historic architecture in the Colonial, Georgian and Federal era’s.
Wilton is a beautifully preserved and expertly restored historic property that appears today much as it did when patriot William Churchill, II had this elegant manor home built in 1763. Encompassing approximately 26 acres with views of the Piankatank River, near present day Hartfield, this property consists of a 4,040 sq ft main house, a 19th-century restored log cabin and an original two-room dependency dating to the 1840’s. A scenic meandering driveway, parklike setting and beautifully landscaped grounds set the tone for all that awaits inside. Quite possibly the best-preserved privately-owned pre-revolutionary home remaining in Virginia, Wilton is the perfect marriage of a fully intact colonial era home with the modern amenities, updates and conveniences that are so sought after today. Having undergone a thorough but sensitive restoration, the historic integrity of Wilton remains and sets it apart as a property without equal in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The original historic fabric, workmanship and ambiance of ages past still live at Wilton!
Conveniently located with easy access to Mathews, Gloucester, Urbanna, Deltaville, Irvington, Kilmarnock and the greater Northern Neck. Deep water marinas, world class dining, small towns, shopping, galleries, farmers markets and the open waters of the Chesapeake Bay await. An hour or less to Colonial Williamsburg and Richmond. Convenient to Virginia Beach and Washington, DC.
Offered for Purchase at $2,800,000 usd. 4,040 square feet. Geothermal heating and cooling. 3 bedrooms with ensuite full baths. Chef’s Kitchen and more, await!
I am pleased as punch to announce the recent sale of one of my listed historic treasures, Linden, located in Upper Essex County, Virginia! Congratulations to my fabulous seller clients! It was my absolute pleasure, privilege and honor to represent you in the offering and successful closing of this iconic historic property! Thank you so much for choosing me to represent you! Linden now has new stewards and a bright future ahead!
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Originally known as Mount Pleasant, this breathtaking 426.15 acre parcel was at one time the home of Thomas Lee whose home Mount Pleasant burned in 1729. Since that time, a portion of this property has been known as “Burnt House Field”. Located here is also the burial ground of Thomas Lee, the builder of Stratford Hall, Richard Henry Lee, signer of the Declaration of Independence and instrumental in the Leedstown Resolves.
(The cemetery is owned and maintained by The Society of the Lees of Virginia and is not included in this sale).
This pristine property is without equal in its panoramic and bucolic beauty and the vast opportunity it presents. Partially fenced, w/ 2+ ponds, it possesses a total of 6500′ (+/-) of frontage on Lee Creek and Lower Machodoc Creek off of the Potomac River. Lower Machodoc Creek flows into the Potomac River nearby at Drum Bay. 188+/- acres of open land is used as pasture and crop land. An additional 137+/-ac is part of a nutrient bank which protects the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River watershed. Known by locals as “the little hatchery”, waterfowl, upland bird species and native wildlife is abundant. This property is a scenic and historic treasure which adjoins, Mount Pleasant circa 1886, in another listing, which is also offered for purchase. The two together would make the ideal luxury compound with waterfrontage on Machodoc Creek.
The offering of this historic farm, with a provenance that transcends the ages, is the buying opportunity of a lifetime. Wonderful opportunities for fine dining, social networking, award winning wineries, boating, fishing, kayaking, shopping, boutiques, museums, farmers markets, art galleries, caterers, medical facilities, fabulous restaurants and more. Marinas nearby. Convenient to Fredericksburg, Washington DC, Richmond, and Williamsburg. It is an absolute treasure and a must see.
Burnt House Field the burial ground of the Lees of Virginia.
Every year on the fourth of July a commemorative ceremony is held to honor the only two brothers to sign the declaration of independence. The Leedstown Resolves a pivotal event in the history of this region and the United States took place nearby. The Sons of Liberty was formed at Leedstown, Virginia six years before the Boston Tea Party. One of the first meeting places other than at Leedstown, also in Westmoreland County, was at the 1710 Tavern in Tappahannock, which was known in ages past as Emerson’s Ordinary.
My blogsite, which you are on right now, is a compliment to my actual Real Estate Brokerage Page at Shaheen, Ruth, Martin and Fonville Real Estate. As one who has successfully represented more historic, waterfront and equestrian properties than I can recall at this moment, I invite you to visit my Brokerage Page at SRMFRE which will showcase my current listings and selected recent sold properties. With offices on Duke of Gloucester Street in Colonial Williamsburg (my home base), on Grove Avenue in in Richmond and in Irvington, Virginia as well as other locations, I am able to effectively serve you from various locations.
Although I live in the Northern Neck / Middle Peninsula Region, I represent buyers and sellers of historic, waterfront and equestrian properties throughout the major estate regions of Virginia.
We love where we live and would love to serve you.
2021 was a wild ride…you have probably heard this before. I dare say that the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia and beyond has seen record sales at recode prices. Since my last post we have been busy representing Sellers and Purchasers set and accomplish their Real Estate Goals. Below are selected examples of what I have been up to! These are some selected solds which do not even begin to encompass the scope of our 2021 Closed Sales.
Selected Solds Below for 2021 – More to follow for 2022
Urbanna Harbor Waterfront – Sold 2021 – 46 Skipjack Landing.
Urbanna Harbor Waterfront
Cherry Walk circa 1780 Essex County, Virginia closed at $1,150,000.
This rare and remarkable property is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a rare, intact example of an 18th century farm. The purchasers are undertaking a wonderful restoration of this Historic Treasure near Tappahannock, Virginia with the assistance of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
Sited high above the wonderfully deep and pristine Piankatank River (in Middlesex County, Virginia is Pipe-in-Tree Farm circa 1893. This fabulous late Victorian era farmhouse offers endless views of the Piankatank River in every direction and has retained all of the elements one would expect to find in well built property from this era including a breathtaking walnut staircase that must be seen to be appreciated, pine floors, wide / long outdoor porches and multiple dependencies. Possessing an astounding and intriguing provenance, this property has witnessed important historic events throughout its history as well as hosted iconic celebrations and gatherings. Property amenities include a three-bay carriage house/garage, bunk house, garden cottage, herb gardens, cedar lined drive, circular driveway, tidal pond, 500′ of waterfrontage, new lifetime bulkhead, pier/dock with power, water and outdoor lighting, boat lift, and magazine worthy outdoor dining and entertaining areas. Convenient to Urbanna, Irvington, Gloucester and all that the area has to offer. World class wineries, golf, marinas, shopping and charming historic waterfront towns that the area is known for. In ages past this property has been the site of iconic parties and visited by dignitaries and notables during the silver screen era. An intriguiging property with a grand story for the ages and one yet to tell!
The links below will take you to my property page on www.karinandrewsestates.com and also to my property site featuring: photography, video, 3D Matterport Tour and Floor Plans!
This property is closing on April 1, 2021! If I can help you achieve your Real Estate Selling or Buying Goals, Please reach out to me!, I’d be delighted to assist you!
Offered for purchase on Virginia’s Historic and Breathtaking Northern Neck is “Panorama”, circa 1932. Built by the Stuart family of Stratford Hall, this handsome Colonial / Georgian Revival Masterpiece is sited on a high promontory overlooking Chandlers Mill Pond. Offered with 133+ acres this property is without equal in the region and is one of the most breathtaking properties in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Although it was offered for purchase for several years (by other brokerages) before I was asked to list the property; I revamped the marketing, was present for showings and hit the ground running for the seller. After receiving multiple offers, the property is now under contract. The Link below features stunning photography of this lovely Historic, Waterfront and Equestrian Property at Montross, Virginia. Please contact me if I can help you fulfill your Real Estate Selling or Purchasing Goals. I represent sellers and purchasers of Luxury, Historic, Waterfront and Equestrian Properties throughout the major estate regions of Virginia, most notably the Northern Neck, Middle Peninsula and Chesapeake Bay Region.
Please feel free to click on any of the photos below to see more about Panorama at Montross, Virginia.
Wareham Farm, beautifully sited on the Ware River, looking into Mobjack Bay is an exquisitely rare offering on 60+ acres. This grande dame was designed by the chief restoration architect at Monticello, Floyd Johnson, AIA. Getting to know these sellers through the years and Marketing their property, which they had lovingly restored, was a true labor of love. Representing my clients is one of the great honors and also often one of the greatest pleasures as relationships are so important in life and in business. The Link Below will take you to my sold listing of Wareham Farm, 5841 White Hall Road in Gloucester, Virginia. I represented the Sellers in this transaction.
For Additional Information and to see how I present my visual property packages with regard to my videos, 3D Matterport Tours, Floor Plans, Photos, etc. Click the link below for Wareham Farm. I also produce visually stunning brochures and a hard cover book for my clients as a closing gift and remembrance of my work on their behalf.
