Listings by Will Driskill

HUNTLAND, ca. 1834, is one of the most remarkable Hunt Country Estates. Dr. Betsee Parker’s keen interest in historic preservation as well as her love of the countryside surrounding Middleburg prompted her to take on the biggest preservation project of her life: restoring Huntland to its 1915 grandeur. In 2007, when Dr. Parker purchased Huntland, it was in serious disrepair and uninhabitable. After Dr. Parker’s extensive and meticulous research and after years of work using old world craftsmanship, Huntland is once again the exquisite estate as in the early 1900’s, when owned by Joseph Thomas. Sited on 129 beautifully landscaped and fenced acres of verdant pastures and fields, Huntland is also a working farm. Located in the Piedmont Hunt Territory, Huntland has hosted many hunt meets, hunt breakfasts, hunt balls, charity events, and dignitaries including several Presidents. Wanting to protect this estate for future generations, Dr. Parker placed Huntland into a perpetual conservation and open-space easement with The Virginia Outdoors Foundation. Huntland is also registered as a Virginia Historic Landmark and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013. Originally named New Lisbon, the 2-story center section of the home dates to 1834 and was built and owned by William Benton. In the early 1800’s Benton was in the employ of President James Monroe who hired him to be the overseer of his Aldie farm of Oak Hill. After observing Benton’s work ethic and attention to detail he also put him in charge of overseeing the building of the manor house of Oak Hill. Benton went on to become a prominent builder in the Middleburg area, and his descendants remained at New Lisbon until 1895.

Watery Mountain Farm with 107.4 Acres, features a stunning Farmhouse built in 2004 with a wide, wrap-around porch and spectacular views. Located at the end of Enon Church Road, this property enjoys tremendous privacy and creates a private retreat. It is protected by an Open Space Easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation and is also in the Marshall/Warrenton Agricultural and Forestal District. This is a wonderful property for one who enjoys the outdoors; within its boundaries one can hike, ride, hunt, swim or spend a quiet evening around the fire pit. Throughout the home one is impressed with the many features and finishes: an elevator provides access to all 3 levels; a back staircase links the main to the lower level; French doors throughout the main level seamlessly tie indoor living to the wide, covered porch and outdoor living; and a whole house generator is there, “just in case”. The front porch sets the stage. From the front porch one enters the light filled foyer, where a handsome staircase leads to the second level. To the right of the foyer is a cozy den with a half bath, and to the left is the main living area of the home. Box bay windows, to the front of the spacious gathering room, let in wonderful light. At the center of the room is a built-in entertainment center and fireplace. This room is completely open to the gourmet kitchen; designed and placed perfectly for someone who enjoys entertaining as much as cooking. The large island houses the 6-burner gas cooktop and provides seating for four. The kitchen is also completely open to the dining room, with its 2 walls of windows. French doors from both the kitchen and dining room lead out to the terrace, outdoor kitchen, and wrap-around porch; this is where one enjoys the most dramatic views, gorgeous sunsets, and the porch swing. From the kitchen, the back hall features a large pantry, the elevator, a temperature-controlled wine room, ½ bath, laundry/mud room and stairs to the lower level. The lower level features a large exercise room/office, full bath, mechanical room, mudroom and access to the elevator and the 2-car garage. Returning to the foyer, the staircase has 2 landings, from the first landing a few additional steps lead to 2 bedrooms. The staircase then continues to a third ensuite bedroom with fireplace and then the primary bedroom suite. One first enters the office/library with built-in bookshelves; access to the laundry room is also from this room. Beyond the library, a hallway with elevator access opens into the bedroom. The bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, a fireplace, access to a private balcony, a large walk-in closet and a spacious bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower. From grand entertaining areas to cozy getaway spaces, this home was beautifully designed for comfortable and gracious living. Close to the main home, the guest house features 2 separate levels. The upper level is a complete 1 bedroom/1 bath home with a front porch and outdoor kitchen. The lower level serves as the pool house and features a sitting room/bunk room, ½ bath, a separate shower and 2 changing rooms. Beyond the guest house is the swimming pool. Behind the guest house is a stone terrace which is sold “as is”. Between the home and guest house is a stone terrace with firepit, large enough for several chairs and positioned for maximum views. The views from this property are spectacular with layers of mountains in the distance. Sited at the end of Enon Church Road, the farm is sited on the Watery Mountains with elevations ranging from 550’ to 730,’ a pond, and a tributary of Horner Run. As the drive ascends to the home, the pond is on the left and then a fenced paddock. On the right one can follow the circular drive to the front of the home or continue to the garage, guest/pool house, or the barn. The barn was built in the 1970’s, has not been used by this owner, and is sold “as is”.

BOLINVAR The stately gated entrance of Bolinvar opens to the gently winding drive which passes through an alley of Maple trees and then passes by the stone courtyard barn before arriving at the exquisite manor house.

Keswick, synonymous with history and beauty is home to Epona Farm, a professional 43-acre horse farm with spectacular views, including an amazing view of the Southwest Mountains. Located within the prestigious Keswick Hunt Territory, this property offers tremendous ride-out potential including direct access to Keswick Hunt Trails. Epona Farm, beautifully renovated and managed consists of 4 parcels with easement potential plus a breathtaking homesite for a new estate home on its own 20-acre parcel.