Boxwood

Middleburg ° Virginia
SOLD

Embracing 129+- pastoral acres, a landmark Hunt Country estate with an elegant historic residence, superb equestrian amenities, and extensive dependencies.

Since the early 1800s, Middleburg has enjoyed acclaim as an important equestrian center and the capital of Virginia's renowned Hunt Country. A National Historic Landmark dating from 1826, Boxwood is one of the earliest established farms in this historic region. The largest farm tract within middleburg's town limits, this magnificent estate embraces a splendid expanse of 12+- acres, with stately trees, picturesque ponds and views to the Blue Ridge and Bull Run Mountains.

Overlooking pastoral meadows and paddocks, the classic Federal-style residence is timelessly elegant, crafted of handsome Virginia fieldstone. Beautifully scaled and superbly detailed, this exceptional historic home has been meticulously restored while carefully updated with full modern appurtenances.

The sixteen-room residence lends gracious warmth throughout with nine fireplaces, fine moldings, and abundant French doors. Hand-painted murals and trompe l'oeil details are also among its delightful features.

Along with a twelve-stall horse barn, the estate provides numerous dependencies including two tenant houses, a large carriage house with an apartment, a studio, and a greenhouse.

A distinguished Hunt Country property, Boxwood represents a rare and exceptional offering.

LOCATION
Halfway Road, Middleburg, Fauquier/Loudoun Counties, Virginia. The property is approximately an hour from Washington, D.C. and 30 minutes from Dulles International Airport. Fine dining, restaurants, schools and sporting clubs are available throughout the area..

PROPERTY
Amid 129+- rolling acres, this magnificent estate enjoys pastoral views from the surrounding countryside to the Blue Ridge and Bull Run Mountains. Extensive meadows and paddocks are surrounded by fencing and stone walls. Highlighted by picturesque ponds, the grounds are beautifully landscaped with stately oak, maple, walnut, and chestnut trees along with the boxwoods for which the estate is named.

RESIDENCE
Dating from 1826 with later additions, this classic Federal-style residence is a National Historic Landmark. The gracious home has been completely restored and renovated, preserving its exceptional period detail while providing full modern conveniences. The 3-story, slate-roofed stone residence contains 10,000+- square feet with 4 - 5 bedrooms , 6 full baths, and 2 half baths. Features include fine moldings, handcrafted cabinetry, and 9 fireplaces, many with imported mantels. Hand-painted murals and trompe l'oeil details are rendered by artist Robert Jackson. French doors throughout open to the terraces and grounds. Systems include oil-fired heating, 4-zone air conditioning, an elevator, a security system, and recessed halogen lighting designed by a lighting director of the National Gallery of Art.

First Floor: Fanlighted front and back entries reveal a foyer (24' x 24') with a fireplace. Living room (24' x 32') with fireplace, French doors, and built-in bookshelves. Wet bar. Dining Room (20' x 24') with fireplace, French doors, and hand painted details. Chef's kitchen (15' x 23') with brick fireplace, trompe l'oeil stone walls, marble topped island, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, double dishwashers, and pantry. Beyond is the Outback room (19' x 28'), with fireplace with antique mantel, built-in bookshelves, and French doors.

Second Floor: Central sitting area. Extensive master suite including bedroom (18' x 29') with fireplace and balcony, sitting room with fireplace, his and her dressing rooms with custom built-ins, and luxurious his and her marble baths with radiant-heated floors and steam shower. Opening to another balcony, the guest wing contains 2 bedrooms, one with a fireplace and both with dressing rooms and luxurious marble baths.

Third Floor: Guest bedroom with bath, game room. Mirrored exercise room, cedar closet.

Lower Level: Auxiliary kitchen with professional range. Staff sitting room, full bath. Laundry room, wine room, built-in storage.

OUTBUILDINGS
Twelve-stall horse barn. Two tenant houses and large carriage house with 2-story apartment, all with living/dining rooms, fireplaces, kitchens, 2-3 bedrooms, and baths. Two-room studio with 2 fireplaces, concealed kitchen, extensive built-ins, full bath, and greenhouse. Greenhouse with 3 car garage. Machine sheds. Run-in sheds.

INSPECTION: By appointment only

CONTACT: Gloria Armfield

(540) 687-6395

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