White Plains, c. 1786 – A Late Georgian Era Treasure near Fredericksburg, Virginia

White Plains is a beautifully restored late Georgian era home, circa 1785 – 1786, with Colonial Revival elements, dating to the early 1940’s. Purchased in 2013, this truly elegant and very handsome home has been lovingly restored and updated with modern amenities so sought after today. The finished English Basement features a fabulous chef’s kitchen with high end appliances, including double ovens, wolfe gas range, sub-zero refrigerator drawers near the wet bar, free standing side by side refrigerator / freezer, copper wrapped counter tops, gorgeous lighting, lux fixtures and finishes, oversized porcelain farm sink, and a fabulous adjoining dining room / keeping room with original warming kitchen fireplace. It is the ultimate entertainment space for lux cozy get-togethers with family and friends. Basement level laundry, large pantry and a spacious full bath with tiled shower, round out the English Basemen. The Main Living level features a truly elegant center hall with unique original double doors at each end that open to reveal lovely views of the gardens, towering magnolias and terraced lawns, which still remain to this day. The bright, light filled living room is a gracious space that is both sumptuous and serene. A handsome library with adjoining office space and half bath round out the main living level. Second floor features a primary bedroom with fireplace, ensuite bath with walk in closet and dressing area. A large hall bath services the remaining two bedrooms, each with fireplaces. Although beautifully restored, this property has retained much of its original elements. Three full living levels include the finished walk-out English Basement, Main (First Floor) Living Level and Second Floor. A fully floored attic above is ideal for additional storage or the creation of additional living or crafting space. Exterior features include: gorgeous outdoor living and entertaining areas, lush perennial gardens, a rolling pastoral landscape, woodland, duck and chicken houses with enclosed runs, smoke house, fenced gardens – incuding heirloom statuary and raised garden beds, detached garage / workshop with storage or studio above circa 1940. In the garage studio – an enchanting serendipitous surprise is the lovely hand painted walls, similar to the chinoiserie hand painting, which remains in one of the upstairs bedrooms of the main house. This property known as White Plains Farm has brought so much bounty and joy to so many, in recent years. A truly rare offering – White Plains is an easy drive to Fredericksburg, the Northern Neck. Convenient to Washington, DC, Southern Maryland, and Richmond and Williamsburg. Property features a secure gated entrance. Close to Port Royal and the Rappahannock River. An easy drive to local wineries, restaurants, shopping and a host of amenities. Beautiful light fixtures, fixtures, finishes, original mantels, moldings, HL Hinges, Doors all dating from the original construction in 1785 and Colonial Revival elements added in the 1940’s. This property has undergone an amazing and sensitive restoration / renovation in recent years. Your best life awaits, at White Plains.

Details

Property ID
707364

3
Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

Square Footage
3744

Lot Size
38.2

Year Built
1786

Style
Georgian

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