One of the Shenandoah Valley's most
beautiful properties, Annfield is an estate of rich history and
architectural distinction. This circa-1790 residence was built and
named by Mathew Page for his bride Ann Meade, cousin of Mrs. George
Washington Custis, whose daughter Mary was born at Annfield and
later married Robert e. Lee.
Designed in elegant symmetry, the
Georgian manor is nearly an exact replica of the Deanerie of London's
St. Paul Cathedral, designed by Christopher Wren. The residence
is set like a jewel amidst over 300 pastoral acres in the Blue Ridge
Hunt, with stunning views to the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The
native blue limestone facade features a slate hipped roof and two-story
portico with Chinese Chippendale balustrade. Hessian soldiers are
believed to have carved the intricate interior millwork, considered
among the finest of the period. The magnificent formal garden is
abloom with color throughout the seasons.
A distinguished historic property,
Annfield has been lovingly maintained and restored to secure its
place on both the Virginia Landmark Register and National Register
of Historic Places
LOCATION:
Route 633, Berryville, Virginia. The property is approximately
4 miles from the charming village of Millwood, 25 minutes from Middleburg,
45 minutes from Dulles International Airport, and 90 minutes from
Washington, D.C.
PROPERTY:
Enjoying splendid vistas, this historic country estate encompasses
302 +/- acres of gently rolling woodlands, fields, fenced meadows,
and parklands. An open space conservation easement of 100+ acres
adjoins, ensuring the preservation of 400+ acres. The residential
grounds highlight a magnificent formal garden amidst sculptured
boxwood. a Terrace frames the heated Pool and Spa with electric
cover. The farm complex provides complete horse/cattle facilities.
Two streams cross the property, which also features a 3+/- acre
spring-fed pond with footbridge to an island, plus smaller ponds.
Three excellent wells service all farm locations. The entire property
has undergone extensive remodeling with replacement/installation
of water/fuel lines and tanks, wells, pumps, HVAC electrical, plumbing,
security/fire protection systems, telephone lines, high-speed data
lines, and DSS satellite cable.
RESIDENCE:
Dating from circa 1790, this elegant Georgian manor has been meticulously
restored and carefully updated. Beautifully appointed with intricate
original millwork, heart of pine floors, and 6 fireplaces, the spacious
residence contains 6,500 +/- sq. ft. with 5 Bedrooms, 5 and 1/2
Baths. 14' ceilings appoint the first floor, with 11' ceiling upstairs.
State-of-the-art systems include a backup generator.
FIRST FLOOR:
Exceptional moldings highlight the 43 ft. long grand Entrance Hall.
The Living Room (20' x 22') displays elaborate cornices, pilasters,
and a fireplace mantel. Fireplaces and intricate moldings appoint
the Library (20' x 20') and Dining Room (19' x 22'), with chinoiserie
ceiling. The center-island chef's Kitchen (19' x 20') is complete
with hardwood cabinetry, granite counters, hand-painted patterned
floor, built-in breakfast nook, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Themador
convection/microwave/thermal double ovens, amana microwave/convection
oven, Jenn-Air range, KitchenAid dishwasher and compactor, and bar
refrigerator. Powder Room
SECOND FLOOR:
The Master Bedroom Suite (20' x 43') features a fireplace and his
and her Baths/Dressing Rooms. Two Guest Bedrooms have fireplaces
and Baths. Study. Sitting Area.
ATTIC LEVEL:
Includes finished area with original beams and skylit staircase
to Widow's Walk.
LOWER LEVEL:
Renovation with 2 Bedroom Suites, Bath with Steam Shower, Laundry/Utility
Room, walk-in Vault, and Wine Cellar.
OUTBUILDINGS:
Three-bay
Garage including Study/Farm Office with fireplace and Apartment
with sitting room, kitchen, bedroom, and bath. Built of logs salvaged
from original dependencies, the 1,400 =/- square-foot Pool House
includes 2 guest suites with baths, a powder room, a kitchen, and
an entertainment room with fireplace. Stone Studio, believed to
be a original dependency. Three-story 2,000 =/- square-foot Gatehouse
with living room, dining room, gourmet kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 and
1/2 baths, and 3-car Garage. Heated Potting Shed with Greenhouse.
Two Tenant Houses, both with 3 bedrooms and bath. Main Barn, additional
Barns, Stables, Paddocks, and Maintenance Buildings.
INSPECTION:
By Appointment
PRICE:
$6,000,000 on 302 acres