Rare opportunity to live in one of the most spectacular historical properties in Western Loudoun! Sited on a prime corner lot in the heart of the quaint town of Round Hill, this stunning property is a private enclave offering 3 separate live/work/entertain spaces, including a stone 3br/2.5ba house, a charming guest cottage and a detached carriage house. Stone walls and white picket fence surround the manicured park-like yard featuring extensive professional landscaping with stone patios, pathways and walls, manicured lawn, abundant flowering shrubs & perennials, and planters/yard ornaments (some convey).
Enter the property from the 2-car paver parking area through a lovely gatehouse (a creatively restored outhouse!) adorned with custom iron gate & cherubs representing 4 seasons.
* The main residence, a magical stone colonial home circa 1851, is the 2nd oldest building in Round Hill; it once served as the town's general store and post office. Exuding history and charm, the home was fully restored and updated in 2009, taking utmost care to preserve its historical character. The attention to detail in the $400K high-end restoration was so thoughtful and unique that it was featured in the Loudoun Times & Washington Examiner. All custom window treatments convey, as do all the carefully selected lighting fixtures, many are rare vintage pieces.
* The home's main level has excellent flow for entertaining. From the front door, invite guests into a lovely library/parlor with built-ins; the living room with a functional wood-burning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with hand-hewn oak beam mantel; a powder room with closet; and formal dining room, all with oak hardwood floors. The stunning chefs kitchen features 10-ft. beamed ceiling, refinished original pine floors, and fabulous custom stone/oak beam enclosure for the professional range hood & Heartland Legend range 6-burner gas cooktop/electric oven. A peninsula provides ample bar-style seating. Custom cabinets designed to look like furniture, countertops made from soapstone and century-old walnut, custom-built oak armoire/coat closet, custom-built hutch with glass-front cabinets, porcelain farm sink, copper bar sink, and built-in wine rack make this kitchen a chefs dream!
* The 2nd level has a large master bedroom w/beamed ceiling & 2 closets with full-length mirrored doors; a 2nd bedroom with 2 closets and columns repurposed from the guest cottage renovation; and large bathroom with radiant heat floors, natural stone tile, and a gorgeous custom vanity with granite countertop.
* 3rd level is multifunctional as a bedroom, den or office, with a full bathroom, large closet, and built-ins.
* Partially finished basement has laundry room with washer & dryer (new in 2015), and utility sink. Basement has built-ins, 2 closets, plenty of storage, extra refrigerator (conveys), and bulkhead door to outside.
* The separate 100+ year-old cottage, originally a cobbler shop, had an award-winning ($100K) renovation/restoration in 2001, and is currently used as a cozy 1BR/1BA space for guests. It features a stone porch with porch swing, main room with original wood floors and functional wood-burning fireplace, and large bathroom with stone floor and bathtub/shower with custom design tiles. Could be used as a guest cottage, in-law suite, or an office.
* The 900+sf 2-story carriage house has original knotty pine paneling throughout. Otherwise unfinished, it is currently used for storage but offers many renovation possibilities, including use as a 2nd residence.
* All structures on the property have slate roofs, the main home has copper gutters/downspouts (5-year roof/gutter maintenance May 2022).
Round Hill is close to many of Virginias best wineries/breweries, Appalachian Trail, Shenandoah River, and more! This iconic historic property is move-in ready and waiting for its new owners to start living the Loudoun lifestyle!