An extraordinary offering in the heart of the Keswick Hunt
Just prior to the year 2000, three 100 acre parcels were created from the stunning 18th century plantation known as Windholme in southern Orange County, Virginia. A carefully conceived conservation easement was created to protect each parcel and the remainder from further development.
Plans were drawn by noted architect J. Kestner (and are available) for a most unique home sited to enjoy the long reaching views of this unspoiled Piedmont valley. Repurposing materials from an 19th century mill found in the Blue Ridge mountains, a dramatic four bedroom post and beam home was created exuding rustic character at every turn while benefitting from modern technology and efficiencies.
For the horse enthusiast the situation could not be more opportune. The previous owner who was active with the Keswick hunt used the property as a hunt box and created an excellent five stall stable with a two bedroom apartment attached. There are several paddocks for turn out and marvelous riding opportunities on and around Dutchmont.
Dutchmont is comprised of 100 acres of prime Virginia farm land. It has approximately 75 acres in gently rolling pasture and hayland with the balance in mature hardwood forest reaching to the top of a small mountain. The property is well watered with several springs, a stream and a large pond of several acres stocked with gamefish. Except for the horse paddocks, the farm is currently maintained by a neighboring farmer who makes hay and grazes cattle on the land.
Dutchmont is located less than 10 minutes from the charming, historic town of Gordonsville and about 30 minutes from Charlottesville and the University of Virginia. Washington, DC is about two hours north.
For anyone who has been waiting patiently for the perfect property to come on the market, it’s been worth the wait!
Stilwin with 183 acres, nestled in a private valley less than 20 minutes from Charlottesville is available for your consideration. The land and improvements are in pristine condition and the setting boasts amazing views of the Southwest and Blue Ridge mountains. Surrounded by properties under conservation easement for perfect peace of mind.
These 85 acres are situated between two farms and comprised of an ideal balance of open pasture, gently rolling woodland and a breathtaking mountainside. A trail network provides great access through the lower woods, (elevation 600 ft) and to the top of the property at nearly 1000 ft. A good well and electric are already on site as is fiber optic for high speed internet.
If privacy, views and and a great value are among your priorities, this is a must see property.
Great new price on this sweet three bedroom cottage on 5.2 acres is just 10 minutes from Hollymeade Center, UVA Research Park and DIA.
Enjoy the spacious family room with a gas fireplace, the four season sun room that generates passive solar warmth in the winter and cool breezes in the spring and summer, and the huge yard, landscaped and mostly wooded – perfect for pets and kids. Reduced $20,000. Now just $375,000.
Work from home while immersed in nature in this superb custom home with one floor living and fiber optic internet.
You’ll bask in the luxury of fine construction and sublime detail with four bedrooms and four and a half baths while just two miles from a trail head of the iconic Appalachian Trail.
Walking through the front door feels like you are walking into a forest with an array of picture windows to capture the views and a full length deck offering a bird’s eye view of the hardwood canopy and the valley below.
The c. 2010 home has been maintained in perfect condition with three bedrooms including a light drenched master suite on the first floor. There is a private guest suite with a full bath on the second floor and a full unfinished walkout basement with another bedroom and full bath ready to finish and a two car garage. HVAC is in three zones with heat pumps and LP gas back up. Water is from a generous drilled well.
Greenstone is on 8 acres with a moderate slope. There is nice landscaping around the home and meandering trails throughout the acreage revealing different views at every turn.
While very private, the charming town of Stanardsville is a mere ten minutes away with Charlottesville, Harrisonburg and Washington DC all easily accessible.
The C’Ville Expert is authored by John Ince, of Charlottesville Country Properties, specializing in the sale and marketing of farms, estates, and country residences within 50 miles of Charlottesville, Virginia. Apart from his 35-year career in Charlottesville real estate, John enjoys being an ambassador for one of the best places to live in America. For anyone who places a priority on “quality of life”, Charlottesville and its surroundings must be on your shortlist of where to spend the rest of your life. The town of Charlottesville is remarkable, a true melting pot with cultural venues not found in cities ten times the size. The countryside is breathtaking and just scant minutes from downtown with lush farmland and historic estates many tracing back to original land grants. The Blue Ridge Mountains rise to the west moderating our weather and providing endless recreational activities with hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and fly fishing for native trout all within 20 minutes of downtown. We hope you’ll enjoy some personal insights into the lifestyle one can enjoy here from these posts and that you will refer to Charlottesvillecountry.com for more information on real estate in this wonderful area.
