Colonial

Experience the epitome of privacy in this exquisite estate boasting unparalleled luxury in close proximity to the University of Virginia campus and medical centers, and mere minutes from the Charlottesville-Albermarle airport. A perfect retreat or family compound, this meticulously maintained property features multiple dwellings, including a grand manor house inspired by Presidential Mansions like Mount Vernon and Monticello. Spanning approximately 17,000 square feet, the main residence offers 7 bedrooms and 7.5 baths. Impeccable landscaping adorns the grounds, showcasing boxwoods, rhododendrons, and azaleas. A 40x60-foot pool with fountains, lighted drives, herringbone brick patios, and Italian marble statuary create a serene outdoor oasis. Entertain effortlessly in the screened porch with a commercial barbecue grill, or revel in the Greek pavilion overlooking the 88-foot long reflecting pool with fountains. Inside, French doors bathe most main level rooms in natural light. The octagon-shaped, two-story great room echos the Presidential theme, while the formal dining area features a wall mural of early American life. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with cherry cabinetry, Subzero and Thermador appliances, 2 dishwashers, and an adjoining laundry room. The main level owner's suite occupies one wing of the home and features a fireplace, French doors, and spa bath with polished granite floors, twin vanities, and expansive dressing room closets. Other features on this level include an informal dining/breakfast room, family room with cherry built-ins, two gazebo sunrooms imported from England, and another private bedroom suite in the opposite wing. Additional rooms over the two 3-car garages provide spaces for study, studio, crafts or storage. The upper level offers a 2-bedroom "family suite;” 2 additional spacious bedroom suites, each with a separate sitting/study room and full bath; and a family lounging room with built-in shelves & cabinets. The home includes 2 home offices each with fireplace: 1 on the main level that adjoins the primary bedroom suite, and 1 on the upper level that walks out to a rooftop deck with tranquil views of the pool and property. The finished lower level showcases recreation areas for media viewing, billiards, gaming, fitness, a wine storage area, sauna, and 5 large storage rooms. Additional amenities on the 140+ acre property include 2 equipment barns with workshop and worker quarters, a 4-bedroom guest house, carriage house garage with 10 vehicle bays and executive office/“man cave” on the upper level, a flower house for gardening or crafts with 2 garage bays underneath, a log cabin along the stream with kitchen and sleeping area, a tennis court, covered bridge, security & fire alarm systems, 7 wells that include natural artisanal spring water, 5 septic systems, and a power bunker with large 184-kilowatt generator, ensuring every need is met with unparalleled luxury and sophistication.