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Breathtaking and Spacious Lakefront Home in Historic Gloucester County, Virginia.

It’s looking a lot like Christmas at Holly Pointe, a lovely home surrounded by water on three sides.  Offered for purchase at $788,000.  Breathtaking, Serene & Captivating are all words used to describe the view from this home sited high above Haynes Millpond.  True Lakefront, this property is located just 7 minutes from all that Gloucester Courthouse has to offer.  A deep well provides wonderful drinking water.  The house is also wired for Cable and Satellite TV with a state of the art septic system and other amenities.  Built using low or no maintenance exterior finishes, this property offers true Lux Living in one of the most sought after communities in Tidewater, Virginia.

Online Brochure for 5300 Dogwood Forest Drive Gloucester, Virginia.  Available on the world renowned ISSUU  platform along with other world class Magazines and Publications.

http://www.karinandrewsestates.com/Home/10211821/WXN/5300-Dogwood-Forest-DR-Gloucester-County-VA-23061/

The stone pillared entrance to the property is accessed from a cul-de-sac at the end of Dogwood Forest Drive which frames the winding drive to the house.  There are (2) three car garages!  One garage is attached to the spacious 5,180 square foot home and the other is detached with three bays and a boat door. A fabulous pristine hot tub, outdoor patios, porches, walkways and stone patios above the waterfront.  Special solar powered lighting also transforms the gardens at night into a night-time wonderland.

The House and Gardens here are thoughtfully designed to maximize the natural beauty of this property with views of the waterfront, from almost every room.  The sight of White Swans, Blue Herons, Wild Turkey, Owls and other Wildlife will leave you in awe.    Although there are a few houses also located around this portion of the Millpond, they are hidden from one another and secluded in their own settings.  


It is the best of both worlds to feel such seclusion yet be so close to everything! There is also no HOA or HOA fees. World Class Marinas, Resorts, Fine Dining, Fantastic Public and Private Schools, Art Galleries, Farmers Markets, Building Supply Stores, Boutiques, Department Stores, Movie Theaters, Historic Sites, Plant Nurseries, Cultural Events, Historic Sites and every community amenity are all nearby. . .15 minutes to Yorktown, 35 minutes to Colonial Williamsburg, Convenient to Richmond, Hampton Roads or Washington, DC.   For Additional Information or to Arrange your showing of this remarkable, warm and welcoming home, please feel free to contact me at Karin.Andrews@BHHSTowne.com.

 

Two Adjoining Waterfront Estate Properties in Gloucester – SOLD UPDATE!!!!!

These properties have been purchased.  If I can help you to find your dream property anywhere in Virginia or accomplish your selling goals, please feel free to contact me at :

804-445-5500

The current offering of Carousel located at 8495 Freewelcome Lane and Mansfield on the Piankatank at 8493 Freewelcome Lane – Dutton, Virginia creates the opportunity to own two distinct neighboring properties,  on the Middle Peninsula, in the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia just above the Mathews County Line.

Carousel priced at  $2,995,000  is set on 40.63 acres fronting on the Piankatank River!   Carousel occupies a commanding presence above the Piankatank with superior elevation and breathtaking views and vistas.

The 10,000 sq. ft. 23 room great house is actually the original 1938 Manor House and a luxurious 3 story addition, completed in 2007,  These two homes are connected by a curved Hyphen that unites these two homes so beautifully.  It is a center hub of activity for both homes and boasts a Lux Club Style Wet Bar with views toward the Gillette Walled Garden and the  spectacular waterfront!

Add to all of this smart home technology,  geothermal heating and cooling, state of the art security systems, superior elevation, a world-class pier and covered dock with lifts fit for a Hinckley Picnic, with an additional boat slip with lift can accommodate a fairly good-sized fishing boat.  (The current owners had a 22′ Regulator for the smaller slip).  2 Jet Ski lifts and an additional yacht slip create the ultimate mooring, on deep protected water.

Twice featured on the Historic Garden Week in Virginia (Gloucester/Mathews) Tour in 2001 and 2010, Carousel also features a lovely walled garden by Charles Gillette, Manor house designed by Clarence Wright Huff, World Class Tennis Courts, walking or riding trails, acres and acres of glorious gardens, rare trees, Glass English Greenhouse, indoor/outdoor sound systems,  whole house generator, in-ground irrigation, in-ground salt pool and spa, four seasons porch, attached and detached garages, world-class temperature controlled wine cellars, elevator, 2 gourmet and 2 service kitchens, grand halls, exquisite finishes, fixtures and moldings, 2 first floor master-suites, cedar lined closets, 5 working fireplaces and so much more.

Mansfield adjoins Carousel and is set on 5 scenic acres with its own gated entrance, mature plantings, gardens, lovely waterfront and a three story manor home with full walk up attic with its own staircase and a walk out basement.  Lots of living space on the Basement, First and Second Floor Levels.  Ideal Executive or Family Retreat.

Contact me today to arrange your showing of one or both of these two stunning properties.

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

Glorious water frontage.
Carousel’s waterfront from the air. Note Tennis Courts, Main House, accessory buildings and more.

Resort Feel.
The ultimate resort atmosphere with every conceivable amenity. A family, corporate or executive compound with attention to every detail.

 

pool and river on summer day
In ground salt pool with stunning views of the Piankatank River, beyond. Minutes to Urbanna, Virginia, White Stone, Irvington, Deltaville, Mathews and the open waters of the Chesapeake Bay by boat.

pool side by glass sun porch that opens fully
Entertain family, friends and associates here! Outdoor Kitchen and Bar! Everything you need is here, at Carousel.

Waterside of the great manor house.

hinkley covered slip
A covered dock with 2 boat slips and lifts…fit for a Hinckley Picnic River Yacht. Separate Yacht slip, floating dock, low maintenance pier and 2 jet ski slips with lifts.

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Master Bedroom 1st Fl
Luxurious retreat…like the finest chocolate….One of Two First Floor Master Suites.

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new wing center hall

original 1938 house paneled library drawing room paneled library FP pool reflection on house original house dining room closing doors original house center hall

 

Wine Cellar
Another view of the world class wine cellar. Separate wine kitchen is the next room over. A stunning space with old world opulence. Table seats 12 comfortably.

nice wine cellar shot

tennis gazebo
Tennis Anyone…on world class courts!

tennis courts and gazebo

Carousel front of house best
A partial view of the original 1938 portion of this glorious Tidewater Cape designed by Clarence Wright Huff, with gardens by Charles Gillette. A separate detached Garage is in the foreground. This photo taken in Spring.

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original house guest suite bath 2

Breakfast Porch at Carousel - Dutton Virginia. On the Deep and Pristine Piankatank - minutes to the Bay.
Breakfast Porch at Carousel – Dutton Virginia. On the Deep and Pristine Piankatank – minutes to the Bay.

Carousel straight down cool photo

Carousel and Craun
Carousel and Mansfield – side by side – THE ULTIMATE WATERFRONT COMPOUND! Luxury Awaits you.

Commanding Presence on the Piankatank River - High Elevation
Commanding Presence on the Piankatank River – High Elevation

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40.63 Acres + 5 Adjoining acres = almost 46 acres of the ultimate escape. The center portion of this photo is Carousel, her lands and waterfront. Mansfield is toward the right.

Glorious Walled Garden by Charles Gillette at Carousel!

daffodils at carousel
Rivers of Daffodils at Carousel!

front gate daffodils close up best
The Brick Gated Entrance at Carousel!

Crauns from Carousel
Mansfield on the Piankatank as seen from the pier at Carousel.

The gated entrance at Mansfield. Offered at $1,379,000.00. Call today to arrange your showing. Make an offer!

private drive in
Landscaped grounds at Mansfield, which adjoins Carousel.

great room view
View of the Piankatank from the Great Room at Mansfield.

Front View
Very traditional front view of Mansfield.

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Carousel and Mansfield from the air.

Carousel Craun from the water daffodils closeup front porch

8493 Freewelcome Lane, Dutton, VA is located in Gloucester County, VA just minutes to Mathews Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay
8493 Freewelcome Lane, Dutton, VA is located in Gloucester County, VA just minutes to Mathews Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay

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