Nestled in a peaceful open valley of gently rolling farmland, Boxwood Hill is the ideal smallholding in the country. A National Historic Register home and plenty of outbuildings are set in an idyllic spot that boasts a bold stream, open fields, wooded glades, and charming gardens. All this on a mere four acres makes Boxwood Hill the perfect low-maintenance weekend get-away that is also superbly suited as a hunt box or a small hobby farm. Wonderfully preserved and elegantly understated, this property is rich in history and ambience.
Home: This174 years old federal style brick farm-house is an excellent example of early 19th century Virginia vernacular architecture. Lovingly restored by the current owners, this cozy house provides a comfortable retreat away from stresses and strains of modern life. The original floor plan and room configuration has been maintained and a tasteful addition at the back of the house provides an informal space for relaxing.
Main Floor:
- Front Porch (12 x 8) - Elegant front porch overlooking large boxwoods and the front garden. Double entrance to living room and dining room.
- Dining Room (18 x 14) - Well proportioned room with working fireplace and original floorboards. Opens to living room, family room, and front porch.
- Living Room (18 x 12) - Beautiful original pine floors, oversized mantel, and original plaster walls.
- Family Room (23 x 11.5) - Overlooking the back gardens and pastures, this sunlit room features a brick wall and pine floors.
Bath. Full bath with shower/tub.
Upper Level:
Master Bedroom (18 x 12) - Well-proportioned room with fireplace mantel and stone hearth (with woodstove insert).
Second Bedroom (12.25 x 12) - Smaller bedroom with stone hearth and woodstove insert.
Half Bath - En suite with the second bedroom.
Lower Level:
Kitchen (18 x 16) - massive stone fireplace and hearth (with woodstove insert). Stone walls and slate floors. Separate access to back garden via the lower porch. High end appliances and custom counters and cabinetry.
Pantry/Utility Room (10.25 x 8) - Stacked washer/dryer unit. storage shelves. Refrigerator/freezer.
Bath - Stone and brick shower stall.
Lower Porch. Enclosed porch off of kitchen overlooking the garden areas.
House Photo Gallery - click photo to enlarge
House viewed from Road
Boxwood Hill in the summer
Boxwood Hill
Boxwood Hill
Living Room
Living Room
Dining Room
Family Room
Family Room
Master Bedroom
Second Bedroom
Second Bedroom
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen: dining area
Outbuildings: Boxwood Hill boasts numerous outbuildings that can be used for a variety of purposes and are ideal for the small stock owner or hobby farmer.
- Garage. This 1.5 car garage matches the house in exterior and has a convenient side door.
- Large log cabin. This log cabin has a loft area and and stone chimney. It could be converted to a variety of uses and has additional space in the stone foundation cellar.
- Small log cabin. This one room cabin overlooks meadows and fields.
- Pump House. A small 'house' covering the pump for the original water source.
- Pergola. A vine-draped structure used for outdoor dining near the vegetable garden.
- Big Barn. This barn affords ample storage space and could be configured for up to three box stalls. The upper level was once used as an artist studio room.
- Goat barn. The perfect smaller barn for goats, sheep, or other small livestock.
- Chicken Coop. This light-filled has two separate rooms and will keep your hens laying in comfort.
- Garden Shed. A small garden shed for storing tools and lawn equipment.
Outbuilding Photo Gallery - click photo to enlarge
Garage
Chicken Coop
Large Barn
Large Barn
Log Cabins
Small Cabin
Small Cabin
small cabin in summer
Large Log Cabin
Grounds: Boxwood Hill encompasses a surprising amount of variety in its four acres. Surrounded on all sides by a larger farm, there is plenty of borrowed scenery from the nearby hills, fields, meadows, and forests. The property entrance is framed by old split-rail fencing and mature boxwoods surrounding the house and garage. The northern boundary is defined by a bold stream with tree lined banks. Above the stream is an open meadow which could be converted to pasture. Closer to the house is a small orchard with a variety of dwarf fruit trees and an ancient pear tree that still bears fruit. Stone-terraced walkways below the house are planted with a variety of spring and summer flowering bulbs. The vegetable garden features paved pathways between the planting beds. The barns and chicken coop are surrounded by pasture areas that could easily be fenced for livestock.
Garden & Grounds Photo Gallery - click photo to enlarge
View of neighboring farm from garden
Pump house
View of neighboring farm from garden
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Location: Boxwood Hill is located near the small settlement of Scrabble in Rappahannock County. The property lies in the Rappahannock Hunt foxhunting territory. Several well-known wineries and the Shenandoah National Park are right in the neighborhood. Approximately 80 miles from Washington, DC, the travel time from downtown DC is 1 hour and 45 minutes. Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to Dulles International Airport, 1 hour to Charlottesville, 20 minutes to Culpeper, and 30 minutes to Warrenton.
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 The Inn at Little Washington and shops and theater. The nearby village of Sperryville, is home to the Thornton River Grille and other establishments. Equestrian activities (fox-hunting, trail riding, dressage) are very popular local pursuits.
MLS# RP6672891
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List Price: $595,000
Listing Agent: Alan Zuschlag (540) 937-6124
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.
