4 Beds
2 Baths
3,109 SqFt
4 Beds
2 Baths
3,109 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,109 sqft
Price per Sqft $297
Subdivision Grant Acres Estates
MLS Listing ID WVBE2029786
Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
HOA Fees $150/ann
HOA Y/N Y
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,109
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1780
Annual Tax Amount $2,197
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 10.000 Acres
Acres 10.0
Property Description
Historic Home with private trails to Opequon Creek!
Sale includes 2 Lots totaling 10 acres with an upper level turnkey Airbnb. Includes use of 5 acre common lot with pavilion, picnic tables and grill. Also area to input tubes, kayaks etc. Lot's to love!
An enchanting, beloved and historic 1780’s 2 story brick homestead, w hand hewn log sections added ca. 1795-1800, & a spacious third addition w custom stone faced exterior added by current owner, designed thoughtfully w respect for the architecturally rich legacy, ambiance and tradition this heart warming 4 bdrm, two full bath homestead offers. The property includes two stunning lots totaling 10 luscious acres of mature trees and meadows, hay fields, raised bed gardens, trails down to the Opequon for fishing and more, well built chicken coop, storage sheds, an enormous barn to restore, and an agricultural /commercial designation which qualifies for a 50% discount on R/E taxes.
The original Owner’s log cabin sits next to the home, where he lived while building it with the bricks he made on the property. A sense of the home’s history is clearly felt and honored here w/ sweet outdoor spaces nestled among trees and wildflowers galore. A delight for the senses and a truly serene retreat.
This distinctive home on the National Historic Register has been lovingly maintained w many original features; tall Cross & Bible front door w forged iron strap hinges, working fireplaces, wood stoves & charming hearths in most of the rooms, wide plank hardwood flooring, exposed beams & custom brick archways, horse hair plaster, wide moulding, a standing seam roof recently repainted, all harmoniously integrated for a feeling of home for family & friends, built for gracious entertaining in the heart of a country estate blessed w a rich history like no other.
The orig front transom door comes into a central hall foyer w/ coat racks and handsome wood stairs w/under stair storage. To the right, the main level primary bdrm has tall ceilings, plenty of extra space for lounging reading or writing areas, built in closets, & access to a full bath w claw foot tub/shower, radiant heat in floor, a bump out mini greenhouse window, tile flooring & pedestal sink. To the left is the inviting living room w/ its wood stove and hearth, leading further into the formal dining room w/ its exposed logs and wood beams. Many beautiful handcrafted details and builtins are enjoyed in this home’s freshly painted interior.
The stunningly landscaped and hardscaped main entrance, incl gently winding, wide custom brick pathway, a rock sculpture fountain among multiple gloriously flowering gardens, leads to to a wide covered sitting porch for sunrise viewing and into the wonderful ”welcoming” room ,( in which the owners had set up a beverage bar,) featuring sink, Wilson Fine Art faux granite counters and frig, mud room, laundry space and designed to precede the gorgeous custom fan shaped brick steps into an enormous ‘open concept’ custom built Kitchen, dining and great room w/built in bench seating, traditional raised hearth fireplace w woodstove, an 6 burner gas Viking stove & ovens w grill, an abundance of attractive cabinetry, a large center island w separate sink, long counters w farm sink. A bright kitchen every gourmet cook will love as the heart of this fascinating home.
Attractive wrap around wood decking leads from the home to a two car detached garage, while two newer oversized Lennox heat pumps serve well the home’s AC and heating needs. Two cellars w ext access offer extra storage space.
A rare offering and opportunity to live in an extraordinary one of a kind historic home on a blissful 10 acre country estate which affords recreation, nearby bike trails, incredible views, yet a short drive to Shepherdstown, Harpers Ferry and all services. Additional sale without 2nd lot available.
Location
State WV
County Berkeley
Zoning 112
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Heating Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Solid Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Electric
Exterior
Water Access Y
Roof Type Metal
Accessibility None
Garage N
Building
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Well
Architectural Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Plaster Walls
New Construction N
Schools
School District Berkeley County Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 01 11006800220000
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Estimated
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA
Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA,USDA
Special Listing Condition Standard
