4 Beds
5 Baths
4,000 SqFt
4 Beds
5 Baths
4,000 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $875
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID VACL2006100
Style Federal
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 4,000
Year Built 2009
Annual Tax Amount $6,181
Tax Year 2022
Lot Size 224.380 Acres
Acres 224.38
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Idlewild's land stands apart in its beauty, scale and diversity. Along the Shenandoah River, 120 acres form a private frontage ideal for riverside walks or trail rides. Cleared paths lead to swimming holes, shaded picnic spots and quiet banks where the sound of water over the shoals restores calm.
Between the river and the house, rich pastures unfold. Scenic and functional, the fenced fields are ready for horses or livestock. Across Howellsville Road, 100 wooded acres rise to a ridgeline at 800-feet of elevation and offer extensive trails for hunting, riding, hiking or ATV adventures.
Idlewild's residence, reconstructed in 2009, has been beautifully built anew. Sitting on the original site, the stately Federal-style brick home maintained the exterior style of the historic Idlewild home, built circa 1853. With 4,000 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, the residence is perfectly sited between river and mountains, overlooking a large pond with a Blue Ridge Mountain backdrop.
Wide porches span the front and rear elevations, connecting the home with the surrounding countryside. Inside, rich hardwood floors anchor an open plan in which the living room flows into the dining area and kitchen, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Oversized windows frame views of the pond, pastures and mountains. The main-level primary suite, added in 2012, offers both convenience and privacy, with a large walk-in closet and a spa-like bath featuring a clawfoot tub, glass-enclosed shower, premium finishes and hidden laundry.
Upstairs, three additional bedrooms include a generous ensuite with peaceful views. From this level, step onto the roof deck, an inspired space for lounging or soaking in the hot tub while overlooking the river and fields. The lower-level blends utility and design with high ceilings, slate floors, a full bath, kitchenette, and stone fireplace. This casual living space can flex to a gym, studio or home office, complete with Starlink connectivity.
Elements of Idlewild's history have been carefully preserved and reimagined. The covered breezeway that once linked the kitchen to the main house has been repurposed as an inviting space for al fresco dining. Bricks from the original 1850s home—kiln-fired on the farm—were repurposed in the Carriage House, now a detached garage with a farm office. The former estate kitchen has been transformed into a charming one-bedroom, one-bath guest house, while the original corn crib stands a restored antique. At the river near the modern bridge, remnants of the 1920s Byrd Bridge still stand, reminders of the travelers and commerce that have passed through Berry's Ferry since the early 1800s.
If seeking an estate of rare character and scale, Idlewild River Farm possesses the best of Virginia's countryside. Live among historic estates such as Long Branch, The Tuleyries, and Carter Hall. Enjoy local restaurants, wineries, breweries and golf courses with quick access to Rt 340, Rt 7, Rt 50 and I-81. Located 20 minutes from Winchester and Front Royal, 45 minutes from Middleburg and just 90 minutes from Washington, D.C.
Location
State VA
County Clarke
Zoning FOC
Direction South
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Efficiency, Kitchenette, Store/Office
Hot Water Propane, 60+ Gallon Tank
Heating Central, Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Cooling Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
Flooring Hardwood, Slate
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Heatilator, Stone, Mantel(s)
Equipment Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Fireplace Y
Appliance Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Heat Source Propane - Owned
Laundry Main Floor, Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Brick, Porch(es), Patio(s), Roof, Breezeway
Parking Features Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Other
Garage Spaces 5.0
Fence Board
Waterfront Description Boat/Launch Ramp - Public
Water Access Y
Water Access Desc Fishing Allowed,Canoe/Kayak,Private Access,Swimming Allowed
View Garden/Lawn, Mountain, Pasture, Pond, River, Scenic Vista, Water, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Flat
Street Surface Paved
Accessibility None
Porch Brick, Porch(es), Patio(s), Roof, Breezeway
Road Frontage State
Total Parking Spaces 5
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Cleared, Backs to Trees, Fishing Available, Flood Plain, Front Yard, Hunting Available, Mountainous, Level, Not In Development, Open, Pond, Premium, Private, Road Frontage, Trees/Wooded
Story 3
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Brick/Mortar
Sewer On Site Septic, Septic < # of BR, Approved System
Water None
Architectural Style Federal
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
School District Clarke County Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 38-A--37C
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 4000
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Horse Property Y
Horse Feature Horse Trails, Horses Allowed, Paddock
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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