Summer is in full swing and much like the weather, the real estate market continues to heat up. If you are considering a move, take advantage of the longer, slower-paced days of summer to look at the incredible homes that are currently on the market in and around Charlottesville, before the start of a busy fall season. Whether you are looking for a large country manor, an elevated estate close to downtown or a charming Cape Cod in the center of Charlottesville, enticing options abound.
Keswick Estate – 1188 Club Drive // Keswick, Virginia // Contact: Murdoch Matheson, Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty, 434.296.0134
The details: 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half bathrooms, 6,191 square feet, 2.51 acres
Features we love: Modeled after a French-country manor, this home was designed for relaxed living. The home is built around a center travertine courtyard with lotus pond and enjoys ultimate privacy as the plot is surrounded by community forests. The east side of the home has a fenced in butterfly garden and the west side has a pollinator garden built on the concept of permaculture. The interior is immaculate and top of the line throughout. Numerous high end finishes include wide white oak wood floors, reclaimed timber ceilings, white oak built ins, a bricked bar with barrel ceiling, natural gas powered copper lanterns, a fitness room & art studio.
West Wind – 0 Middlebrook Lane// Middlebrook, Virginia // Contact: Murdoch Matheson or Conor Murray, Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty, 434.296.0134
The details: 6 bedrooms, 6 full and 2 half bathrooms, 12,701 square feet, 408 acres
Features we love: This stunning 408 acre property in the Shenandoah Valley boasts a beautifully renovated Georgian manor home situated atop one of its many rolling hills. The land has an active organic farm, several fenced-in paddocks, regulation dressage ring, and seven natural springs. This property was thoughtfully designed and is perfect for entertaining. The main home has a gourmet kitchen, indoor pool and a main floor primary suite with luxurious bathroom & expansive closet. The property also has a second home, a 1650 square foot cabin, with equally amazing views, in addition to many outbuildings.
Hidden Luxury – 1154 Rustling Oaks Drive // Charlottesville, Virginia // Contact: Ann Hay Hardy, Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty, 434.296.0134
The details: 7 bedrooms, 9 full and 1 half bathrooms, 21 acres
Features we love: Hidden Luxury is an exquisite property set on 21 acres, privately nestled in the coveted Rustling Oaks neighborhood in Western Albemarle. This brick Georgian offers every desirable amenity one could imagine. The gourmet kitchen which includes top of the line appliances, a walk in pantry and large butler’s pantry plus a separate bar room complete with wine cooler is a chef’s dream. Beneath the main level is a fully finished walk-out recreation level with family media room with fireplace, game room, full kitchen, full bath, home office, gym and salon. The large back patio is perfect to enjoy the home’s outdoor living spaces which include an outdoor kitchen, screened and tented pavilion perfect for entertaining, and a new 60ft heated pool and spa. The home is surrounded by meticulously maintained grounds with mature landscaping, vegetable gardens and a lighted outdoor sports court.