4496 Bonsack RD, Roanoke, VA 24012 (MLS# 919212)

Supplements: a boutique wedding or event venue (subject to local approval). Historic Architecture & Classic Character Original heart of pine floors upstairswarm and full of charm Custom front door with transom window sets an elegant tone at entry Three gas fireplaces with oversized, hand-crafted mantles Original hardware, solid wood doors, and built-ins th ... (Read more) a boutique wedding or event venue (subject to local approval). Historic Architecture & Classic Character Original heart of pine floors upstairswarm and full of charm Custom front door with transom window sets an elegant tone at entry Three gas fireplaces with oversized, hand-crafted mantles Original hardware, solid wood doors, and built-ins throughout Rare Boston streetlamp on the porch offers historic flair Handsome 1944 stone wall, stately columns, and full-length covered porch Craftsman details, vintage fixtures, and extensive custom millwork Versatile Layout & Private Retreats Upstairs: 3 dedicated bedrooms or 2 plus a flex space ideal for office, nursery, or study Bonus room with balcony window access adds natural light and charm Powder room on main level + full bath on the lower level Master suite features a towel warmer, jetted soaking tub, vintage tile, and built-in vanity Efficient Systems & Modern Upgrades Fully updated electricalno knob-and-tube wiring remains Smart thermostat, LED lighting, and blown insulation for optimal comfort Tankless water heater (2021) supplies up to five showers at once Radon mitigation system and new sump pump installed TV mounts and kitchen appliances convey Culinary-Ready Kitchen & Bright Sunroom Features granite countertops, double ovens, vintage working dishwasher, and custom brick cooktop Expansive center island and abundant cabinetry Adjacent sun porch with built-ins, butcher block prep space, tile flooring, and exceptional natural light Private Lower Level & In-Law Suite Finished basement includes 4th bedroom, full bath, and recreation area with gas fireplace Option to create a 5th bedroom or guest suite Full in-law apartment includes: Private sunroom Wood-burning fireplace Kitchenette with granite, vintage appliances, and separate entry Office space connected to the main kitchen Flexible HVAC options (central, window, or split unit) LED lighting and modern finishes Detached Cottage & Functional Garages Charming guest house includes: Split unit HVAC, gas log fireplace, granite counters, and custom-tiled shower Kitchenette, skylight, full bath, and mini fridge Ideal for Airbnb or long-term rental (pending approval) Two garages with added value: One with 4-car capacity, round brick columns, and heated office Workshop-ready with 200 AMP service, multiple 220V outlets, and custom shelving Painted floors and immaculate condition Equipment negotiable for purchase Grounds & Outdoor Living Professionally landscaped with perennials, dogwoods, cherry trees, magnolias, elderberry, and a honeysuckle vine traced back to Thomas Jefferson's property Fully fenced garden, greenhouse, and chicken coop Energy saving/producing solar system and back up battery system, offering back up power to key systems and options to cycle power back into the house at night. *Solar panel and backup battery system for energy efficiency Generous brick and concrete driveways with ample parking Roof approximately 10 years old with long-lasting architectural shingles Endless Potential This property offers rare flexibility with multiple rental spaces, privacy-enhancing entrances, and sprawling grounds perfect for events, gardening, or serene enjoyment. Whether you're envisioning a peaceful estate, a revenue-generating opportunity, or a multi-functional family compound, this one checks every box. *Don't forget the chicken coup too! Now available for private tours. Contact us to experience this extraordinary Blue Ridge home firsthand and take the next step toward making it yours. Bonus: tons of storage, including attic, and garage attic, and more! Solar: It supplies enough to cut the bill down by 30 to 60% depending on the month and the amount of cloud cover. Summer months are the best w/longer days. To break it down further- our panels produced 996 kwh in June. This is what that means and keep in mind, the house is 5,600 sq ft: (The average U.S. home uses about 886-1,000 kWh/month, depending on location.) --- Relatable Everyday Examples: Here's what 996 kWh can power: 33 full loads of laundry in an electric washer and dryer 2,000 hours of TV time on a modern LED flat screen 27,600 hours of LED lightbulb use (using a 36-watt bulb) 3,800 miles of driving in a Tesla Model 3 (using ~260 Wh/mile) 83 full charges of a Tesla Model Y Long Range Real-World Household Context: "That's about what a 2,000 sq ft home would use running the AC, fridge, lights, TV, and some laundry for the whole month  all covered by solar."