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A storybook mountainside Chalet, 312 Piedmont Avenue is located just outside the town of Little Washington.  A mix of woodland and open fields, the setting of this 55 acre property combines a private retreat with easy access to the town.   An ideal weekend residence for a small family or a retirement home for empty-nesters, this property offers year 'round views, domestic comfort, and nature at one's front door.  Views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the piedmont countryside are to be had from almost any direction at the higher elevations. The house is perfectly sited to capture the distant views and the rolling landscape of the nearby grounds and charming bank barn.  While the property is in a conservation easement, the easement does allow for one division or the construction of a separate dwelling.

Residence

Built as a weekend retreat in the mid 1970's, this chalet-style home has an open floor plan for casual living and entertaining.  The windows, decking, and balconies are thoughtfully laid out to capture the views and provide outdoor living space in every direction.  The house has been very well maintained with quality touches throughout.  The master suite is on the main level with two guest rooms below.  A quiet loft space on the upper level could be used as an extra guest room.  The large garage has the potential to be converted into a family room or playroom.

Main Floor:

• Garage  (26 x 24) - Large two car garage with upstairs storage that could easily be converted to playroom or family room.

• Laundry/Mud Room (7.5 x 12.5)  - Plenty of pantry storage and space for laundry and other needs.

• Kitchen & Dining Area (23 x 14.5) -  Open plan kitchen and dining area with brick backstop and copper hood over cooktop.  The kitchen is floored in brick and the dining area overlooks the stone terrace.

• Living Room (23.5 x 20.5) - An oversized stone fireplace and 24 ft high cathedral ceiling balance the wonderful views from french doors opening on to a balcony.

• Master Bedroom (13 x 15.5) - A wood beamed cathedral ceiling and carpeted floors make this room quiet and restful.

• Master Bath (10 x 5) - Ensuite with the master bedroom this full bath features a double vanity and shower/tub.

Loft:

• Studio/Office (12.5 x 14.5) - An open floor space with skylights and storage.  A balcony overlooks the living room.  The perfect place for an artist's studio or a quiet nook to read a book.  

Lower Level:

• Systems Room (12 x 9) -  Oil-based furnace, HVAC, water heater, pressure tank and storage room.

• Guest Room 1  (9.5 x 11.5 ) -  Quiet comfortable room with built-in bookshelves.

• Guest Room 2 (10.5 x 11.5 ) - Guest room with carpeted floors.

• Guest Bath (7 x 5) - Full bath with shower/tub.

Exterior:

• Brick Terrace -  Large brick surfaced terrace off of master bedroom has dramatic views of the grounds and the countryside beyond. 

• Stone Terrace - Intimate stone surfaced terrace and stone walls behind the master bedroom afford privacy in an area perfect for outdoor dining area.

• Barbeque - Stone barbeque pit near the stone terrace makes outdoor grilling easy.

• Barn - A picturesque large bank barn with two rooms above and a stone walled space below for storing equipment.

• Treehouse - The perfect hideaway for kids of all ages.

Grounds

In addition to the landscaped area around the residence, there are numerous hiking opportunities to view the abundant wildlife.   Above the house is a clearing lined with spruce trees which has magnificent views to the South, East, and North.  Near the barn is a spring which could be used to create a pond.   The lower meadow also boasts stone walls and a small stream.  Neighboring parcels are under conservation easements which protect against development and intrusions on the viewshed.

Other

Location:  312 Piedmont Avenue is located just outside the Town of Washington in Rappahannock County.   The estate lies in Rappahannock Hunt's foxhunting territory.  Approximately 78 miles from Washington, DC,  the travel time from the farm to downtown DC is 1 Hour and 45 minutes (in low traffic situations).  Approximately 60 minutes to Dulles International Airport, 1 hour 15 minutes to Charlottesville,  20 minutes to Warrenton, and 15 minutes to Front Royal.

Amenities:   Rappahannock County is a close-knit rural community with excellent theater, concerts, art galleries, wineries, and the Shenandoah National Park.   “Little” Washington, the county seat is the home of world renowned Inn at Little Washington and shops and theater. The nearby village of Flint Hill boasts three excellent restaurants, Four and Twenty Blackbirds, The Public House, and The Griffin Tavern.  Sperryville, also nearby, is home to the Thornton River Grille and other establishments.  Equestrian activities (fox-hunting, trail riding, dressage) are very popular local pursuits. 

Photo Galleries

Residence - hover on photo for description, click on photo for larger view

House Exterior	Living Room	Living Room	Living Room	Living Room
Kitchen & Dining Area	Kitchen & Staircase	Kitchen	Loft/Studio	Loft/Studio
Master Bedroom	Master Bedroom	Guest Room 1 (Library)	Guest Room 2	Terrace

 

Grounds - hover on photo for description, click on photo for larger view

View from above House	View from Garden	View from Garden	Garden	View of Drive from House
Nothern View	Spruce Grove	View from above House	View from above House	View from above House
View from above House	View from House looking West	View to North	Grounds	Treehouse
Entrance Drive	Lower Meadow	Entrance Drive	Entrance Drive	Bank Barn
Bank Barn	Grounds (from Barn)	South Garden	View to East	Stone Terrace
Stone Terrace	Stone Terrace	West Garden Area	View of House from Grounds	Grounds

 

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MLS#  RP6572839

List Price:  $999,500

Listing Agent:  Alan Zuschlag (540) 270-8150

Plat:  click here

Conservation Easement Agreement:  coming soon

Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, or withdrawal without notice.  Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but it is not so warranted or otherwise guaranteed.