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SOLD!!!! On Tappahannock, Virginia’s Gold Coast!

Enfield, circa 1938, one of the loveliest Country Place Era Properties on the Upper Middle Peninsula has new stewards as of July 1, 2019. Beautifully sited with a commanding presence above the Rappahannock River, Enfield possesses an ages old charm and character rarely found in most waterfront offerings. The gardens surrounding this gracious and inviting home give the property the feeling of being a grand estate, when it is actually just a little bit less than one acre. Please click the link below for additional information on this wonderful property now SOLD!

https://issuu.com/townerealty/docs/andrews_8x8_brochure_-_733_n._churc/2

A Country Place Era Historic Waterfront Home on Tappahannock’s famed Gold Coast!

Enfield Circa 1938 is a warm, welcoming and elegantly appointed Riverfront Retreat, beautifully sited above the Rappahannock River on Tappahannock’s famed Gold Coast! Sweeping Riverfront Views can be yours in every direction with a vast protected landscape across the Rappahannock.  Offered for Purchase at $839,000! Please click the link below for additional listing information!

http://www.karinandrewsestates.com/Home/10211675/WXN/733-N-Church-LN-Essex-County-VA-22560/

Property features include: a lovely entrance hall, hardwood floors throughout, magnificent moldings, high ceilings, spacious rooms, river facing large eat-in kitchen with granite counter-tops, dedicated laundry / utility room, formal dining and living rooms, handsome paneled library/office, den with fireplace, outdoor patios with brick pathways, first floor bedroom, two wood burning and one gas fireplace, 4 full baths in the main house, basement, pier, partially covered dock, workshop, garden shed, two car garage with guest apartment and full bath, stately magnolias, mature boxwood, glorious gardens, numerous outbuildings and a multitude of outdoor living spaces.  Stunning Waterfront and Serene Garden views from every room provide interest throughout the year.

The offering of Enfield presents a once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase your own “Country Place Era” waterfront retreat!  Designed by Edward Sinnott a well known Richmond Architect in 1938.  Subsequent Additions by Clarence W. Huff, Jr. and others.  A fabulous kitchen addition was added in recent years with sweeping and serene views of the Rappahannock River just above Tappahannock.

Shown by appointment only.  24 Hours notice required to show.  Listing agent must be present for showings. Please contact agent, Karin Andrews – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices – Towne Realty at 804-445-5500 or via email at Karin.Andrews@BHHSTowne.com.  Listing Agent is local.

Tappahannock’s Gold Coast

Rappahannock River and the Gold Coast!
Glorious Gardens

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

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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)

 

Autumn at Charlton Hill – A Sportsman’s Paradise

The offering of Charlton Hill represents a rare opportunity to purchase a 95 acre Retreat that feels wonderfully remote, yet close to a host of world class amenities.  Located on Piscataway Creek in Essex County, Virginia just below Tappahannock, Virginia.  A pdf brochure link is below.  Offered at $1,100,000.  Shown by appointment only.  All reasonable offers considered for 1332 and 1330 Berry Hill Road.  Contact Listing Agent @ 804-445-5500 to show.  Qualified buyers only.

1332 Berry Hill Road – Just Listed Card

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Charlton Hill – 1332 Berry Hill Road – Tappahannock, VA – A breathtaking oasis on 91.3 acres. Price Reduced.

 Price Reduced from $1,100,000 to $998,000.  This is an unforgettable must see property.  It is utterly captivating and serene with over a mile of water frontage on Piscataway Creek.

New Listing – in Essex County, Virginia, located just three miles from the heart of Tappahannock, Charlton Hill is a breathtaking 91.3 acre oasis — surrounded on three sides by tidal marshes and the ever beautiful Piscataway Creek. Waterfowl, wildlife, flora and fauna abound here. Offered at $1,100,000.00 Call or Text  Karin Andrews @  804-445-5500 for more information. Or contact her by email at KarinAndrews@howardhanna.com.

Breathtaking natural beauty and serenity abounds here. . .

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A second 3 acre parcel with a charming brick cottage and brick detached garage, outdoor storage barn and equally stunning water-frontage and panoramic views is also offered in a separate parcel at $274,999.00.  It has been beautifully restored and would make an ideal guest house to the larger home featured in this listing.  Both properties located at 1330 Berry Hill Road and 1332 Berry Hill Road Tappahannock, VA share a gated entrance and long secluded road.  These together comprise one of the most beautiful waterfront estate properties with guest house in all of Tidewater, VA.

Charlton Hill, Tappahannock, Virginia – 91.3+ Waterfront Acres on Piscataway Creek with over 1.5 miles of Shoreline and Tidal Marsh.

This 91.3+ acre waterfront estate is sited on a grand peninsula, overlooking the pristine waters of Piscataway Creek, as it winds its way toward the Rappahannock River.  This truly private retreat features over 1.5 miles of water frontage, two duck blinds, pier, dock, gardens, in ground pool, pool house, generator, workshop and possible guest house.

This very handsome property features stunning waterfront views from every window. This extremely rare offering possesses real Town and Country appeal. Essex County, Virginia is home to some of the most notable sporting and waterfowl properties on the entire East Coast, not to mention a regional airport nearby, world class resorts, marinas, historic sites, fine dining, antiquing, day spas, art galleries, sporting goods, boutiques, shopping, golf, farmers markets, charming historic small towns and more within 10 – 45 minutes.

Convenient to Richmond, Fredericksburg, Williamsburg and Washington D.C.

A truly RARE OFFERING at $1,100,000 U.S. Dollars!

Contact Karin Andrews at KarinAndrews@williamewood.com or KarinAndrews@howardhanna.com for details or to arrange a showing.

A handsome waterfront retreat for the avid waterfowl enthusiast.  Duck Blinds, fantastic fishing, deep water.
A handsome waterfront retreat for the avid waterfowl enthusiast. Duck Blinds, fantastic fishing, deep water.

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Ritchie House – Tappahannock, Virginia

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Yesterday, it was my pleasure and distinct honor to be a featured presenter – sharing one of my past mural commissions with the fine art winners who submitted entries to the annual Essex County Women’s Club art contest.

Almost 9 years ago, I painted a historic mural in the conference room at Dillard and Katona, which is a law firm located in the Historic Ritchie House.  The original paneled walls from one of the rooms in the Ritchie House is now permanently housed in the Winterthur Museum – the largest and most prestigious museum dedicated to American Decorative Arts.  Jessie Ball DuPont a frequent visitor and resident in Tappahannock purchased the original paneling for the Winterthur.

This mural that I was commissioned to paint features Tappahannock (formerly Hobbs Hold) circa 1760.  Archibald Ritchie was one of the most prominent merchants of his day and though a British Loyalist at one time, he was eventually persuaded to support independence.  That is another story for another day.

Much historic research went into painting this mural including diary entries, ancient insurance records of the day and personal accounts and sketches of the various buildings found on Prince Street and surrounding properties.  Also featured are notable properties found in Essex County that have ties to the Ware and Fleet families of Essex County and King and Queen.

The art instructors from the public and private schools were in attendance.  Special thanks to the Women’s Club and Essex County Museum, the Tappahannock Artist’s Guild and St. Margaret’s School.  I was honored to be asked to share this historic work and answer questions by the students, their instructors and parents.  It is my hope that they will all go on in the tradition of the many notable artist that have come from our great County.

Photos cannot capture the dimension, richness or depth of color. Special thanks to Mrs. Barbara Watkins and Mr. Nathan Pope and our own Konst and Konstantina – the artists in residence at St. Margaret’s School.

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photo of mural showing Melville in King & Queen County, ancestral home of Alexander Dillard’s Fleet ancestors.

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Tappahannock, Virginia Before 1776 and the War of 1812

Did you know that SEVEN (7) years before the Boston Tea Party – The first “Tea Party” to be held in protest to England’s Stamp Act, was in Tappahannock – known then as Hobb’s Hold?  There is much about our nation’s history that has its roots right here in Essex County, Virginia.

Tappahannock’s Tea Party in protest to England’s Stamp Act took place 7 years before the Boston Tea Party! Now you know the real story!

If I can help with your buying or selling needs – I would be delighted.  [contact-form][contact-field label=’Name’ type=’name’ required=’1’/][contact-field label=’Email’ type=’email’ required=’1’/][contact-field label=’Comment’ type=’textarea’ required=’1’/][contact-field label=’Phone’ type=’text’/][/contact-form]