Check out the porches! C. 1850 estate in Chatham, VA. $349,900.
Property Overview
- Price: $349,900
- Address: 117 Reid St, Chatham, VA 24531
- Year Built: 1850
- Style: Magnificent Victorian / Traditional Two-Story
- Living Area: 5,944 sq. ft.
- Lot Size: 4.28 Acres
This grand estate offers incredible historic charm and a massive layout in a prime Virginia location. If you are looking for a unique residence for sale, this Victorian home provides the perfect blend of historic architecture and sprawling acreage.
Interior Highlights
- Bedrooms: 7 Total (2 on main level, 5 upstairs)
- Bathrooms: 3 Full Baths
- Rooms: 15 Total, including a foyer, 2 living rooms, and 2 dining rooms
- Kitchens: 2 full kitchens on the first floor
- Special Spaces: Florida room, office/study, library, and 1,500 sq. ft. unfinished attic
- Features: Three fireplaces, hardwood floors (some under carpet), and an in-law suite layout
- Potential: Ideally suited for a primary residence or a Bed & Breakfast
The interior features a versatile floorplan with dual kitchens and multiple living areas perfect for a large family. This expansive house for sale is a rare find for those who appreciate classic woodwork and generous room sizes.
Exterior & Grounds
- Porches: Large covered front, back, and side porches
- Roof: Elegant slate roofing
- Siding: Traditional wood siding
- Outbuildings: Includes additional storage structures/outbuildings
- Landscape: Expansive greenery, mature trees, and a gazebo feature
- Location: Situated in the heart of Chatham near Hargrave Military Academy
The exterior is defined by its iconic yellow siding and classic porches that overlook over four acres of private land. Finding a historic property for sale with this much acreage in town offers a unique opportunity for gardening or outdoor entertaining.
From Zillow
This Magnificent Victorian Home rest on 4.28 AC in the Heart of Chatham Virginia. This Grand Town is the home of Hargrave Military Academy and Chatham Hall Boarding School. The 7 total bedrooms make it easy for this to be a primary residence, secondary home or a Bed & Breakfast for the business minded buyer. The 1st floor offers a foyer, 2 livingrooms, 2 dining rooms, 2 bedrooms, 2 kitchens and 2 bathrooms. This floor is easily set up to offer an inlaw suite or suited for a caretaker to have a complete living area if a Bed & Breakfast concept is in mind. The upstairs offers 5 additional bedrooms (1 is currently an office, 1 is currently a study/library) and 1 bathroom. There is also an attic with 1500 sq ft on the 3rd floor that could be finished. A little work could make this a Show Place
