From the moment Katherine’s parents settled in the picturesque town of Charlottesville, Virginia, Katherine knew she was home. Katherine graduated from Tandem Friends School in Charlottesville and attended Oberlin College where she graduated with a Bachelors degree in Law and Society. After years of living in various places, such as Brooklyn and the Brazilian Amazon, […]
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Inside the Firm – Conor Murray
Conor, a Charlottesville native, is a graduate of Hampden-Sydney College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics. With a longstanding passion for real estate and Virginia Piedmont properties, Conor brings more than 10 years of experience working with residential, farm, and country property owners in the greater Charlottesville area. Most recently, Conor has worked as General […]
Inside the Firm – Murdoch Matheson
Murdoch Matheson is an Associate Broker of Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty with over 15 years of high achievement in the business. His accomplished record of farm and estate sales speaks for itself; It’s possible no other broker could have sold as many signature properties as Murdoch in such a short period of time. Murdoch […]
Three Reasons Why This French Chateau is a Homeowner’s Dream
Marrach 1. Privacy If you’re looking for your own private getaway, Marrach might be the place for you to call home. This exquisite custom built French Chateau sits on 46 acres of pastoral countryside. “Peace and quiet” never felt so real. 2. Scenery This property is set in the heart of the Virginia Blue Ridge […]
Four Reasons Why This Property is the Perfect Country Home
Marrach 1. Location This lovely historic manor house is just minutes from Charlottesville. Located 6 miles from Charlottesville and UVA, it is very close to the newly renovated Keswick Hall, with signature Jean George restaurant and spa on the way. 2. Renewed and Redefined The house has seen significant renovations and updates and includes two […]
Good Sport | 6 Homes With Impressive Athletic Facilities
With favorable summer weather comes more opportunity for recreation, and it’s the fortunate homeowner who can hone their game both inside and outdoors. From basketball to tennis to horseback riding, challenging athletic pursuits can certainly be had at home. Here are six properties that bring sport within reach of any great staycation. Tranquil Outdoor Courts […]
Three Reasons to Love this Astonishing Farm Estate
Gardner Farm 1. Location Conveniently located within close proximity to several international airports and mid-Atlantic cities, the Gardner Farm is the ideal place for a countryside escape! 2. Privacy Gardner Farm is an expansive retreat of 1,563 acres that offers the highest degree of privacy and bucolic tranquility rural Virginia can offer. Over 3.8 miles […]
Mid Mod Mood: 5 Exemplary Midcentury Modern Homes
With their open floor plans and walls of glass that link interior spaces with the outdoors, these homes are fine examples of a popular, enduring architectural style characterized by clean simplicity, gentle organic and geometric forms, and an integration with nature. Sleek Southern California Sophistication Los Angeles, California | John Galich, Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills […]
Inside a Private and Peaceful Farm Estate
This week’s featured home is an exceptional farm estate in Barboursville! Conveniently located in Barboursville, this property was made for those looking for privacy and relaxation. This private and peaceful 26 acre estate features an immaculate manor home, incredible carriage/guest house & high quality barn. Glendarroch has the exclusivity of a farm estate while still […]
8 Women Changing Architecture Around the World
Universita Luigi Bocconi | Photo courtesy of Federico Brunetti In March, for only the fourth time in its 43-year history, the Pritzker Architecture Prize was awarded to a woman—two women, in fact. Irish architects Yvonne Farrell and Shelley McNamara were named the 2020 Pritzker Prize Laureates, a designation that reflects the important work being done by […]