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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. Joe Thomas, after purchasing this estate in 1912, commissioned Peabody, Wilson & Brown, a prestigious New York Architectural Firm to transform this estate into a world class hunt estate. Prior to addressing the manor house, they were commissioned to design Kennels and Stables to rival the very best in the world. The stables and kennels are magnificent U-shaped buildings with a central square courtyard, built with emphasis for what is best for the hounds, the horses, and the huntsman. It was Joe Thomas who named this estate Huntland, which is not just a name, it is the very essence of this estate. In Marc Leepson’s book, Huntland, he quoted Norman Fine in Foxhunting Life, “Thomas was a founding member of the American Foxhound Club, Master of the Piedmont Fox Hounds, and author of Hounds and Hunting Through the Ages, the first comprehensive book on hunting with hounds ever written by an American. Thomas became the largest breeder of foxhounds for mounted packs in North America and helped to define the American foxhound breed.” Peabody, Wilson & Brown also designed the renovation and expansion of the original Federal Style home to today’s stately brick Colonial Revival-style mansion. Tremendous amount of attention was given to all details. A south and north wing were added to the 2-story center section, each opening out to a covered porch. The south wing is an impressive primary suite with sitting room, and the north wing is the grand dining room/ballroom. In addition to the manor house, kennels and horse stables, elaborate walls, gates and bridges were added, as well as English gardens, and cottages. The iconic estate of Huntland has a rich history and with considerable thanks to Dr. Parker, it will enjoy a rich future. Located in Loudoun County in the exquisite countryside of the Virginia Piedmont, it’s sited at the intersection of Foxcroft Road and Pot House Road. Huntland is approximately 4.5 miles north of Middleburg, within minutes of the prestigious girls school of Foxcroft, and convenient to Dulles International Airport and Washington, D.C. .
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Total Bedrooms : 8
Master Bedroom Level: 1
Total Bedroom (Lower): 1
Total Bedroom (Upper): 6
Bedroom Lower Level 1: 1
Bedroom Lower Level 2: 0
Bedroom Upper Level 1: 4
Bedroom Upper Level 1: 2
Total Baths: 8
Full Baths: 7
Half Baths: 1
Laundry Type : Lower Floor
Water Source : Well
Patio/Porch Features: Porch(es)
Butlers Pantry,Built-Ins,Entry Level Bedroom,Primary Bath(s),Floor Plan - Traditional,Additional Stairway,Crown Moldings,Curved Staircase,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Window Treatments,Wood Floors
Roof : Copper,Metal
Exterior Property Features : Extensive Hardscape,Gutter System,Kennels,Outbuilding(s)
Basement Description: Full
Property Appliances: Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Icemaker,Oven - Double,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Six Burner Stove,Trash Compactor,Washer
Fireplace: Mantel(s)
Copper,Metal
Cooling: Zoned
Heating: Radiator,Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Window Treatments: Palladian,Wood Frame
Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape,Gutter System,Kennels,Outbuilding(s)
Year Built: 1834
Structure: Detached
Fencing: Partially
Fireplace: 10
Major Appliances: Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Icemaker,Oven - Double,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Six Burner Stove,Trash Compactor,Washer
New Construction: No
Built: 1834
Construction Material: Brick
Security System: Surveillance Sys
Roof: Copper,Metal
Foundation/Basement: Stone
Architecture: Colonial
Pool/Private: Yes - Personal
Roof Type: Copper,Metal
Utilities: Under Ground
Pool: Yes - Personal
Sewer: Septic Exists
Partially
Water Heat: Oil
Lot Size: 5,627,516
Lot Size (Acres): 129.19
Architectural Style: Colonial
Main Square Feet: 5,627,516
SQ ft: 9,224
SQ ft (Living Area): 8,849
Total Lot SQ ft: 5,627,516
View: Mountain,Pasture,Water
Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
Total Acreage: 129.19
New Construction: No
Type: Colonial
Possession: Settlement
Days Of Market: 5
Lease Considered: No
Annual Tax: $45,181
Tax Year: 2023
Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Settlement
Taxes Assessment Amount: $5,076,500
Total Parking Spaces: 52
Parking Type: Detached Garage,Driveway,Other
Parking Features: Circular Driveway,Gravel Driveway
Has Garage: Y
Garage Type: Garage - Front Entry
Garage Space: 2
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Road Surface: Paved
Roof: Copper,Metal
Direction: From Middleburg: North on Foxcroft Road approx. 4 miles, left on Pot House Road and the driveway will be on the right. It's a gated entry by appointment only.
School District: LOUDOUN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Total Fire Place: 10
Fire Place Features: Mantel(s)
Under Ground
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Exists
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Oil
Location Type: Rural
Direction: From Middleburg: North on Foxcroft Road approx. 4 miles, left on Pot House Road and the driveway will be on the right. It's a gated entry by appointment only.
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MLS: VALO2059804
LISTED BY: John Coles ,
SOURCE: BRIGHT MLS
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