Wilton has stood the test of time and according to the Colonia Williamsburg Foundation is perhaps the best preserved and restored historic property from it’s period, still remaining in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It has been such an honor to represent this property, without compare and its owner and steward. As I have a special affinity for historic properties, their provenance and what they can tell us about the special people who built them and cared for them through the ages, it makes my heart full knowing that the next steward of Wilton will treasure her and bring joy and laughter to her walls, once again!
If you are a lover of Virginia Wine, Virginia Wine Country and all that is, you will definitely want to check out this Special Edition of Virginia Wine and Country Life, via the Link below. My own ad is featured on page 75. It is such a pleasure to support such a worthwhile publication! It is elegant, beautifully presented and features so many amazine articles about the wineries, people, events and places that make Virginia Wine Country and Life so very special!
Representing the Sellers of Mount Pleasant was a labor of love for me. Although we showed the property countless times, the perfect stewards of Mount Pleasant came forward in February and March of 2026. The best part of the work I do is conveying all that a property is, in a way that results in a closed sale, where all parties are delighted with the outcome.
My arrangement for our curated Cocktails event for The Essex County Museum and Historical Society at 1710 Tavern in Tappahannock. Such a lovely event and the very best venue! The greenery was from my garden. As my roses were not yet in bloom, I chose and purchased these roses for my arrangement, including gladiolis, delphiniums and assorted stocks. They were chosen to complement the Silver plated vintage urn and the 1710 Tavern itself. This is the fifth year that I have created one for the museum’s auction. After a very busy day, I laid down to sleep with a huge smile on my face, because the gentleman who won the arrangement bought it for his wife as an anniversary gift! That made my day! What an honor to be part of something so special and at the same time raise funds for a worthwhile cause and non-profit. #essexcountyva #tappahannock #1710tavern
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.
2020 has been a year of paradoxes and upheaval…with that said it has been an amazing time to help my clients achieve their buying or selling goals. It has been a record breaking year for Real Estate Sales in the Northern Neck and Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia. I have had the honor and privilege of helping my clients achieve their Real Estate goals. If I can help you achieve yours, please give me a call or send me an email…I’d love to hear from you!
I can be reached at 804-445-5500 by cell and by email at: karin.andrews@bhhstowne.com. One of my recent sold properties is Wareham Farm. More information about Wareham and my other sold listings as well as sold properties where I represented purchasers, can be found on this site!
Earlier this year, in the first quarter of 2020, I had the distinct pleasure of seeing my clients thru their purchase of 146 Waterbury Ln, in Kilmarnock at Painters Point. This stunning property is located in Northumberland County and sited on 2+ acres with a grand commanding presence on Indian Creek. From the pier it is an easy boat ride to the Chesapeake Bay or The Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club. By car, it is 15 minutes to Kilmarnock, 20 minutes to Irvington and all that the Northern Neck has to offer! It was an absolute pleasure and honor to be chosen by my clients to represent them in this significant purchase. We searched for almost one year for just the right property! I know they will treasure the wonderful memories they will be making together as a family, at Freedom’s Light, on Indian Creek, at Painter Point.
If you are interested in selling or purchasing real estate in the Chesapeake Bay Region and Beyond, I will be delighted to talk with you to see how we can accomplish your goals. I offer a dynamic, diligent high level of service.
The Spring Buying Market actually started last fall and is showing no signs of slowing down, thank goodness. Prices are on the rise, particularly for unique and distinctive waterfront, equestrian and historic properties. This week I have three significant closings. One is a 5 acre Waterfront (Pond-front property that closed at $755,000 usd. The Second Closing is a Country Property / Farm on 70+ acres with a 3 1/2 acre pond, three out buildings and a lovely Cape Cod styled home which had a lux screened porch that you never want to leave. Property sold at FULL PRICE – @ $548,000. The last one is closing on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 and is a cash sale with NO contingencies! World Class Marketing, Networking and Diligence has produced these results.
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The Third Closing is located at Historic Simonson, Virginia now known as Farnham. The property located at 2803 Simonson Road, Farnham, VA fronts on Lancaster Creek with the Simonson Road Side facing Morattico Creek. This lovely property came to me as I was asked by my clients to assist them in selling an inherited waterfront home that had been the home of their beloved aunt and uncle for years. Living in two different states, I coordinated the effort between trades to ready this lovely home for the market. Within the first week this property hit the market we had a showing which resulted in a ratified cash offer. The purchasers vetted the property prior to making their offer which also had no contingencies and no further inspections. It was my pleasure and honor to coordinate everything needed to be done on behalf of the Estate and its Heirs. Closing will take place on Wednesday March 13 and is a cash sale @$480,000 usd
The Agent you Choose makes all the difference. Pricing your property where it should be priced is essential as is having your property in the best possible condition that will result in ratified contracts that close. Contact me, Karin Andrews, at 804-445-5500 or by email at Karin.Andrews@BHHSTowne.com if I can help make your buying or selling dreams come true! If you need a plan to ready your Historic, Waterfront or Equestrian property for Market, I would be delighted to meet with you and assist you toward those ends while we discuss a market strategy, market price and terms.
Congratulations to my clients, who trusted me with the listing and sale of their country property in Essex County, Virginia at 1340 Kino Road. This 70+ acre property consisted of a Cape Cod style 3 bedroom, 2 full and (1) half bath home, with a fabulous screened porch, partially open concept floor plan, 3 1/2 acre pond and miscellaneous out buildings. Only on the market for a few months, the asking price was $548,000. We received a full price offer which closed on March 6, 2019. The agent you choose makes all the difference in obtaining the best sale price for your property by outstanding marketing, networking, exposing this property to buyers in areas most likely to be in search of a rural country property and diligence in getting the job done. If I can help you achieve your buying and selling goals, please contact me at 804-445-5500 or by email at Karin.Andrews@BHHSTowne.com.
“ Karin, you did a fantastic job for us!!! We are thrilled! Your marketing skills and plan are incredible, and brought a contract from the first couple who asked to see it at full price. The offer was made the next day! Great job!!!” – Isobel Swinson
