3719 S Lee Hwy, Glasgow, VA 24555

$1,000,000

Fancy Hill, the largest of the Seven Hills of Rockbridge County's brick mansions.

Federal style manor featuring grand white columns and meticulously manicured Williamsburg lawns

Added in the mid 1900's is a 2 bay garage with a 2nd level guest suite awaiting renovation.

Perched on a knoll, surrounded by views.

Park-like lawns are carefully landscaped.

Splendid views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Back entrance leads you into the newly updated kitchen and sitting area.

Original wood fireplace, uncovered by most recent owners. (Fireplace #1)

Kitchen windows extend below the countertops and could be exposed to create even more natural light.

2 of 4 matching light fixtures can be found here in the kitchen.

One of two entry hallways leading from the front of the house with stairways to the 2nd floor. All the wood floors have been sanded and refinished.

Tucked beneath the stairs you will find a half bath decorated with French Provencial style fixtures.

Light fixture out of the old Alum Spring Hotel.

Formal dining with doors leading to kitchen and first entrance hall. Doors to china cabinets were custom built.

Current owners maintained the Federal style decorating throughout entire downstairs.

Hand painted wall paper with matching drapes and cornices.

Fireplace #2, dining room. All 10 chimneys have been lined and well-cared for over the years.

Each room has been updated with crown molding, handpainted wall paper and cornices.

Living room complete with antique light fixture, built in book shelves and wood-burning fireplace.

The original of the two separate entry halls both leading from the front of the house with stairways to the second floor.

Original 18th century entrance hall, looking into living room.

Bring your instruments and gather around the fire and play some tunes beneath the crystal chandelier!

Two system heating provides ample heat to whole house.

Furniture that dates back to 1809 has been reupholstered and matched to Federal aesthetic.

Fireplace #5 is located in the addition, or "Little Music Room". This room features matching wallpaper to "Music Room" next door and has large closets for storage.

Leaving the "Little Music Room" you will find yourself in the first floor Sun Porch. Views to the backyard!!

This first floor sunporch conveniently accesses the kitchen, "Little Music Room" and original entry hall.

2 of the 4 light fixtures can be found here in the 1st floor sun room.

Once an infamous tavern in the lower level of Fancy Hill. Where travelers would often "bend the elbow" after long days on the road.

Fireplace #6 is located in the recreation room on the lower level featuring beautiful knotty pine paneling.

Pine paneling creates a cozy feel to the wet bar, once a well known Tavern.

Bedroom 1, also called the "Blue Bedroom", situated above the dining room with views of the Allegheny Mountains.

The Blue Room is decorated with Victorian furniture and features the 7th out of 10 wood burning fireplaces.

Second level door leading to grand balcony with sweeping views of rolling farmland.

One of the two original Federal style mantels remaining in the home. Fireplace #10, Master suite.

Along with hand painted wallpaper, triple member crown molding with dental block was added to the Master bedroom.

2nd floor sun porch with majestic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Rafters in the attic are vertically sawn, lap-jointed and pegged.

The Granary is a large, gabled two-story barn with shed extensions.

Spacious barn for livestock with run-in stalls .

The lawn and buildings have been meticulously maintained.

Barn loft ready to be filled with hay or a new vision!

Three-bay storage/equipment garage joined by a small attached shed extension.

Three outbuildings are of frame construction with weatherboard siding (painted white) and standing-seam metal roofs (painted green).

Small building poses as potential guest house, studio or office space.

Artist studio/cottage/workshop awaits your vision!

Guest apartment above 2-bay garage awaits renovation.

Place for wood stove for efficient heating!

Hardwood floors throughout guest apartment.

Kitchen area of 2-bedroom guest apartment.

Frame construction with weatherboard siding make up the three out buildings all with standing-seam metal roofs.

Boxwood lined drive makes for elegant entrance, front yard is landscaped with maples, providing park-like shady lawn.

Once an infamous tavern, fashionable inn, renowned boys academy and classical school, Fancy Hill has been a historic landmark known to those near and far.

22+ acres offer space for horses, orchards, gardens and public gatherings.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2.2 Square Footage: 4,413 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 977,922 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,000,000 List Date: 3/06/2023 Last Modified: 9/26/2024

Overview

Description

Fancy Hill is a breathtaking piece of history!! Being the largest of the famous Seven Hills of Rockbridge County, this historic Federal style manor features grand white columns, meticulously manicured Williamsburg lawns & is perched on a knoll with gorgeous views of rolling pastures and mountains. Built in the late 18th century, the mansion has undergone renovations, restoration and additions while maintaining its original architectural integrity. 22+ acres offer space for horses, orchards, gardens & public gatherings. The elegant grounds present several buildings including a barn, spacious equipment building and a quaint unfinished office or guest house. Located in the southern end of Rockbridge County, Fancy Hill has easy access to I-81 & Rt 11 — perfect for public events.

Supplements: Close by is a cidery, brewery, winery, the Main Gait Horse Center, the Buddhist Center, Natural Bridge (now a State Park), the Natural Bridge Zoo and the Safari Park. This majestic and historical homestead is only 10 minutes from downtown Lexington. 4,413 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 half baths. A guest suite over the garage awaits renovation. ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 886291

Location, Tax & Legal

Area: 2500 - Rockbridge County
Street Number: 3719
Street Name: S Lee Hwy
State/Province: VA
Zip Code: 24555
Subdivision: N/A
Municipality: Rockbridge County
Elementary School: Other - See Remarks
Middle School: Other - See Remarks
High School: Other - See Remarks
Major Area: 25 - Rockbridge County
Phase: 100
Lot: N/A
Block: 3719
Tax ID: 97 A 7B
Annual Taxes: 5789.76
Section: Lee
POA Y/N: No

General Property Description

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Residential Type: Detached
Construction Status: Completed
Year Built: 1792
Total Bdrm: 4
Total Bths: 2.2
Total F Baths: 2
Total H Baths: 2
Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 2207
Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 2206
Total Fnshd SqFt: 4413
Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 4413
Grand Total Attached SQFT: 4413
Basement Y/N: Yes
Prim. Covered Prking: Garage Attached
Total Acreage: 22.45
Water Class: N/A
Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0
Total Unfin SQFT: 0
Total Cov'd Prk Spc: 0

Status Change Info

Ratified Contract Dt: 2023-03-03
Sold Date: 2023-05-05

Fireplace

# Fireplaces: 9
Other - See Remarks: Yes

Primary Bedrooms

Primary BR Upper Lvl: Yes

More Information

Bedrooms

BR Upper Level: 4

Full Baths

Full Baths Upper Lvl: 2

Half Baths

Half Baths Entry Lvl: Yes
Half Baths Lower Lvl: Yes

Laundry

Laundry Lower Level: Yes

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks: Fancy Hill is a breathtaking piece of history!! Being the largest of the famous Seven Hills of Rockbridge County, this historic Federal style manor features grand white columns, meticulously manicured Williamsburg lawns & is perched on a knoll with gorgeous views of rolling pastures and mountains. Built in the late 18th century, the mansion has undergone renovations, restoration and additions while maintaining its original architectural integrity. 22+ acres offer space for horses, orchards, gardens & public gatherings. The elegant grounds present several buildings including a barn, spacious equipment building and a quaint unfinished office or guest house. Located in the southern end of Rockbridge County, Fancy Hill has easy access to I-81 & Rt 11 — perfect for public events.
Directions: From stoplight at the intersection of 251 and US 11, head South on US 11-S. Go 6.5 miles and Fancy Hill Estate will be on the left.

Style of House

2 Story: Yes
Colonial: Yes

Limited Service

Not Limited Service: Yes

Lot Description

Gentle Sloping: Yes
Views: Yes

Construction

Brick: Yes
Wood: Yes

Basement

Full: Yes
Sump Pump: Yes

Views

Mountain(s): Yes
Sunrise: Yes
Sunset: Yes

Heating

Gas – Natural: Yes
Gas – Propane: Yes
Zoned: Yes

Misc Features

Horses Permitted: Yes
Paved Road: Yes
Satellite Dish: Yes
Underground Util: Yes

Cooling

None: Yes

Water Description

Private Well: Yes

Sewer Description

Private Septic: Yes

Water Heater Type

Tank: Yes

Interior Features

Attic Fan: Yes
Bookcases: Yes
Breakfast Area: Yes
Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Storage: Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
Wet Bar: Yes

Energy Features

Attic Fan: Yes

Internet Access

Cable: Yes
DSL: Yes

Exterior Features

Balcony: Yes
Barn(s): Yes
Garden Space: Yes
Paved Driveway: Yes
Shed(s): Yes
Sunroom: Yes

Porch

Covered Porch: Yes
Front Porch: Yes

Appliances

Clothes Dryer: Yes
Clothes Washer: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Range Electric: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes

Floors

Carpet: Yes
Wood: Yes

Windows

Storm: Yes

Water Htr Energy

Electric: Yes

Slr Pd Fin Concessns

No: Yes

Property Features

Style of House: 2 Story; Colonial Limited Service: Not Limited Service Lot Description: Gentle Sloping; Views Construction: Brick; Wood Basement: Full; Sump Pump Heating: Gas – Natural; Gas – Propane; Zoned Cooling: None Fireplace: Other - See Remarks Energy Features: Attic Fan Interior Features: Attic Fan; Bookcases; Breakfast Area; Ceiling Fan(s); Storage; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Exterior Features: Balcony; Barn(s); Garden Space; Paved Driveway; Shed(s); Sunroom Views: Mountain(s); Sunrise; Sunset Appliances: Dishwasher; Clothes Dryer; Refrigerator; Range Electric; Clothes Washer Misc Features: Horses Permitted; Paved Road; Satellite Dish; Underground Util Floors: Carpet; Wood Windows: Storm Porch: Covered Porch; Front Porch Water Description: Private Well Sewer Description: Private Septic Water Heater Type: Tank Water Htr Energy: Electric Internet Access: Cable; DSL Slr Pd Fin Concessns: No

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Remarks
Bedroom 1	Upper	17x15 Blue wallpaper, fireplace
Bedroom 2	Upper	15x14 Peacock wallpaper, fireplace
Bedroom 3	Upper	20x17 light beige striped wallpaper, fireplace
Primary Bedroom	Upper	20x17 Green flowering Trees, fireplace
Den	Entry	10x10 Currently decorated Xmas items, fireplace
Dining Room	Entry	15x15 Adjacent to kitchen
Family Room	Entry	20x17 Used as a 2nd living room, fireplace
Family Room	Lower	19x17 Gas logged fireplace
Game Room	Lower	14x8 Actually a bar area part of a family room
Kitchen	Entry	24x14 Fireplace
Laundry	Lower	19x15
Living Room	Entry	20x16 Fireplace
Sun Room	Entry	26x9 Adjacent to Kitchen with wall of windows
Sun Room	Entry	26x9 Wicker Furniture

Listing Office: LEXINGTON REAL ESTATE CONNECTION

Last Updated: September - 26 - 2024

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