An Heirloom Home with a Blue Ridge Soul

210 W 1st Street, Front Royal, VA

Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac just steps from Randolph-Macon Academy, 210 W 1st Street is not merely a home—it is a life well lived. Built in 1939 and lovingly stewarded by homeowners with a deep reverence for craftsmanship, heritage, and nature, this four-bedroom brick Colonial radiates timeless charm and thoughtful modernity in perfect harmony.

Each room is bathed in light throughout the day—a gift of its unique orientation—casting a warm, ever-changing glow across original hardwood floors, detailed trim, and artful nooks. Inside, spaces invite both reflection and connection: enjoy cozy winter nights beside a Norwegian Jøtul fireplace insert, or gather friends for candlelit dinners beneath dimmable recessed lighting in the gracious dining room.

The kitchen is a marriage of heart and function, with refinished heart pine floors, Corian® crushed quartz countertops, a deeply loved and remarkably accurate Whirlpool oven, and views that turn meal prep into meditation.

From the screened back porch, life slows to the rhythm of birdsong, chapel bells, and the shifting sky over the Blue Ridge Mountains. This is where mornings begin with coffee and end with long summer conversations, wrapped in the soft rustle of trees and the hum of pollinators drifting through the flowers.

And what a landscape it is. Designed and maintained by a certified horticulturalist and Virginia Master Naturalist, the gardens unfold with a painter’s eye: Cornelian cherry dogwood, river birch, witch-hazel, and perennial beds offer year-round interest and constant invitation to hummingbirds, wrens, and butterflies. It is a haven for birdwatchers, artists, gardeners—and anyone who longs for connection to the land.

Upstairs, you’ll find beautiful mountain views from 3 of the 4 bedrooms. A full bath with period-inspired details, tucked away reading corners, and soft light that shifts throughout the day create a peaceful, personal retreat.

The unfinished basement has been thoughtfully improved for daily utility, featuring a new epoxy floor, freshly painted walls, Energy Star washer and dryer, a new stainless utility sink, updated lighting, and replaced windows and exterior door. With a reliable internal drainage system and no history of flooding, this space is clean, dry, and highly functional—ideal for storage, hobbies, or future finishing.

Every upgrade, from the MegaSteam boiler to the insulation and roof, reflects a quiet commitment to quality, comfort, and the home’s historical integrity.

This home is for those who value narrative-rich spaces, architectural heritage, and natural beauty. Here, the seasons are deeply felt. Life is beautifully local—hikes in Shenandoah National Park, strolls to the farmers market, sunsets from Dickey Ridge, and neighbors who greet you by name.

As the owners say, “Every room holds sunlight. Every spring, the garden begins its bloom in February. Every day here is alive with small, essential joys.”

Come write your next chapter here.

Details

Property ID
703501

4
Bedrooms

1.5
Bathrooms

Square Footage
1536

Lot Size
.16

Year Built
1939

Style
Colonial

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