Description
The stunning and historic estate of ashleigh, ca. 1840 is rich in history, and beautifully sited to enjoy the magnificent gardens as well as grand views of the delaplane countryside. these 98 acres were once part of oak hill, chief justice john marshall’s estate, and the stone and stucco greek revival manor house was designed and built for his granddaughter, margaret marshall smith and her husband. ashleigh is listed on both the national register of historic places and virginia historic landmarks. to further protect the estate, the current owners put ashleigh into a conservation easement with the land trust of virginia.
wide stairs ascend to the columned front portico, from there one enters the grand front hall. some exquisite details of the hall include beautiful heart pine flooring and wide moldings, large, deep-set windows, and a ceiling height of over 12’. through deep set, heart pine doorways, one then enters the elegant double drawing room adorned with a fireplace at each end of the room, a wet bar, and floor to ceiling triple sash windows which open onto decorative iron balconies. from the windows one overlooks the lower-level stone terrace with fountain, gardens, and lawn.
the upper level of the east wing, in addition to bedrooms and baths, features an impressive octagonal library, built in 2001 to house an extensive collection of books and art. the wide hallway leading to the library features a wood-paneled elevator and a full bath.
the upper level of the west wing features the very private and elegant owner’s suite. the foyer of the suite offers a wall of closets and a powder room. the lovely bedroom features a 10’ ceiling height, heart pine flooring, a fireplace and stately deep-set windows. from the bedroom one then enters the spacious walk-in closet, and adjacent marble bath.
the ground level, light filled gallery is the entrance most used and features a tile mural by local artist joan gardiner. the gallery opens into a gracious sitting room from which one has access to the formal dining room and study. the study’s handsome pine paneling was removed from the white house during the hoover administration and installed at ashleigh by then owner dr. edmund horgan. the very inviting formal dining room features french doors which open out to a large stone terrace, perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. from the dining room one passes through the butler’s pantry to the recently remodeled kitchen equipped with beautiful white cabinetry and marble countertops.
gardens, fountains and pool: featured in several garden tours, and most recently in 2021, the three garden rooms, invite and encourage one to relax and breathe. when the current owners purchased ashleigh, the gardens had been established and maintained; however, they took them to a new level. in 2019 they installed an impressive 100’ long fountain, within an existing garden room, and added a new pergola to support the established wisteria. the gardens are beautiful year-round, but it is the springtime when they come alive with thousands of perennials including a gorgeous allee of peonies. adjacent to the gardens is the heated pool and stunning pool/guest house with gathering room, full kitchen and 2 bedrooms. the gardens of ashleigh are further enhanced by massive boxwoods trimmed bi-annually by the boxwood society and by sculpture which remain from when sandra whitney payson owned ashleigh.
horse facilities and dependencies: three stables: 10-stall, 4-stall, and 3-stall, run-in sheds and a large machine shed. attached to the10-stall stable are two separate living quarters designed for farm managers. close to the main home is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath guest cottage.
ashleigh is a beautiful and historically significant property, which provides the most perfect setting for an elegant lifestyle and for grand entertaining. located at the sw intersection of winchester road, (rt. 17) and rt. 55, it is very convenient to i-66.
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 4
- Master Bedroom Level: 1
- Total Bedroom (Upper): 3
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 3
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 7
- Full Baths: 5
- Half Baths: 2
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Well
Room Information
- Patio/Porch Features: Balconies- Multiple,Terrace
Interior Features
- Kitchen - Island,Dining Area,Breakfast Area,Primary Bath(s),Built-Ins,Elevator,Crown Moldings,Wood Floors,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Floor Plan - Traditional,Walk-in Closet(s),Wet/Dry Bar,Wine Storage,Other
- Roof : Metal
- Exterior Property Features : Water Fountains,Outbuilding(s)
- Property Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Microwave,Washer,Dryer
- Fireplace: Wood
Roofing Information
- Metal
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Heat Pump(s),Zoned
- Heating: Steam,Heat Pump(s),Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Oil,Electric
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Exterior Features: Water Fountains,Outbuilding(s)
- Year Built: 1845
- Structure: Detached
- Fencing: Board
- Fireplace: 7
- Major Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Microwave,Washer,Dryer
- New Construction: No
- Built: 1845
- Construction Material: Stucco,Stone,Brick
- Security System: Security Gate
- Roof: Metal
- Foundation/Basement: Stone
- Architecture: Other
- Pool/Private: Yes - Personal
- Roof Type: Metal
Pool Information
- Pool: Yes - Personal
Utility Features
- Sewer: Septic = # of BR
Fencing
- Board
Water
- Water Heat: Electric
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 4,269,481
- Lot Size (Acres): 98.01
- Architectural Style: Other
- Main Square Feet: 4,269,481
Property Information
- SQ ft: 7,789
- SQ ft (Living Area): 7,789
- Total Lot SQ ft: 4,269,481
- View: Scenic Vista,Garden/Lawn
- Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
- Financing: Cash
- Total Acreage: 98.01
- New Construction: No
- Type: Other
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: Immediate,Settlement
- Days Of Market: 9
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $22,229
- Tax Year: 2015
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- Immediate,Settlement
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $3,390,700
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Virtual Tour
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
- Garage: 1
- Garage Type: Garage - Side Entry
- Parking Type: Attached Garage
Multi-Unit Information
- Acceptable Financing: Cash
- Road Surface: Gravel
- Roof: Metal
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: From Middleburg: West on Route 50, left on Atoka Road, right on Rectortown Road, left on Maidstone rd, right on Winchester Road- (Rt. 17) to first driveway on left. Or from interstate 66, exit 23. North on Rt. 17/55, left at 2nd driveway.
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- Elementary School: CLAUDE THOMPSON
- Middle OR Junior School: MARSHALL
- High School: FAUQUIER
- School District: FAUQUIER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Fire Place Information
- Total Fire Place: 7
- Fire Place Features: Wood
Utility Information
- Water Source: Well
- Sewer: Septic = # of BR
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Oil,Electric
- Hot Water: Electric
Location Information
- Location Type: Rural
- Direction: From Middleburg: West on Route 50, left on Atoka Road, right on Rectortown Road, left on Maidstone rd, right on Winchester Road- (Rt. 17) to first driveway on left. Or from interstate 66, exit 23. North on Rt. 17/55, left at 2nd driveway.
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