456 Scrabble Rd
Closed 5/3/22
Closed 5/3/22
Description
Boxwood Hill is a gem of a country retreat that deftly marries a historic home with a contemporary addition in a spectacular home. The original historic ambience is preserved and enhanced by a thoughtful modern design that provides livability and comfort. The result is a spectacular and sophisticated one-of-a-kind country retreat. The winsome Federal/farmhouse style two story brick home was built in 1833 and was virtually unchanged for almost 200 years excepting a rudimentary kitchen and basic plumbing...Boxwood Hill is a gem of a country retreat that deftly marries a historic home with a contemporary addition in a spectacular home. The original historic ambience is preserved and enhanced by a thoughtful modern design that provides livability and comfort. The result is a spectacular and sophisticated one-of-a-kind country retreat. The winsome Federal/farmhouse style two story brick home was built in 1833 and was virtually unchanged for almost 200 years excepting a rudimentary kitchen and basic plumbing and electricity. The entire structure remained intact with its original flooring, millwork, windows, mantels and hardware. In 2004 it was added to the Historic Register of the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. The current owner marveled at the historic quality of the home but needed more updated systems, living spaces and comforts. The gentle contemporary glass and stucco expansion of the old English basement provides a light filled kitchen/dining/living area, a delightful primary suite, laundry and storage areas. The flat roof of the addition became a wide second floor deck and roof top garden. The owner started renovation in 2014 on the addition working with Richard Williams Architects out of Washington, DC and continued renovation work into 2019 including the landscaping all around the property. Now rather than using the twin front doors on the original front porch, the convenient entrance is around to the side door of the new addition. It opens to a light filled living/dining room with glass walls, Mexican tile floors and high ceilings. The old English basement kitchen has been reimagined with the original fieldstone walls, rugged beams and cooking fireplace juxtaposed by contemporary counters, premium appliances and soft lighting. The primary suite is similarly open, airy and well-lit with south facing glass walls. There is ample closet space and plenty of built-in storage space. The primary bathroom features a tiled shower, big soaking tub, separate toilet room and dual vanities. The original basement steps now lead from the lower addition to what was the original first floor of the home. There are two front doors with original woodwork and impressive old hardware. These two sitting rooms each have working fireplaces, tall ceilings and remarkable historic ambience. There is a door to the rooftop deck and gardens from this level. On the upper level, via a staircase with a gnarled grapevine branch as a handrail, there are two antique bedrooms and a full bath. The grounds around the home are spectacularly charming. There are two log guest houses, a creative studio/office, wood hot tub, sauna, garden shed, old barn, fruit trees, extensive gardens, stone walkways, old stone walls and majestic walnut trees. Everything is artistically arranged just so across a lush hillside lawn. The grounds include a small but beautiful creek on the property which allows a nice water feature. On the north side of the main house, the larger log guest house is a finely restored old hand-hewn log cabin with exposed logs and a cedar shake roof. The first floor living area is centered around a rustic fieldstone fireplace. This level also includes a kitchenette and a full bath. Upstairs is a cozy and comfortable bedroom. Further from the main house a smaller and more rustic cabin which provides a play room or guest quarters that are ideal for children who want a taste of old-time country living. On the south side, an old garage has been re-purposed as a large, light and airy studio brimming with creative energy. Just below the house hot tub on a stone terrace and adjacent to it is a wood deck with a 2-person sauna. Further from the home is a new garden shed and a rustic old post and beam barn in need of restoration. The compact 4 acre property feels much larger than it is because of the diversity of buildings and landscapes.
- Listed by Cheryl F Woodard • Cheri Woodard RealtyP: (540)-987-8500 cheri@cheriwoodard.com
Property Details for 456 Scrabble Road
Tax ID Number
50 46A
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleFederal, Contemporary, Farmhouse/National Folk
Levels/Stories3
FurnishedNo
LISTING CLOSED: 05/03/2022 12:00 AM
Property Details for 456 Scrabble Road
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | VARP2000392 |
| Days on Market | 20 |
| Taxes | $3,556 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1833 |
| Lot Size | 3.96 AC / 172,332 SF |
| County | Rappahannock County |
Location
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Building Information for 456 Scrabble Road
Stories3Year Built1833Building Size-Lot Size3.96 AC / 172,332 SF
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$5,888 per month
30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest
Principal and Interest
$5,591
Property Taxes
$296
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 456 Scrabble Road
Location
Location
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140061778
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: RAPPAHANNOCK
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2021
- Tax Assessed Value: $487,100
- Year Assessed: 2021
- County Tax: $3,264
- Improvement Assessed Value: $348,000
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $139,100
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 1
- Historic: Yes
- Historic Designation ID: 04000715
- Zoning: AG
- Zoning Dscrp: Agricultural
- Tax Lot: 46A
- School Tax: $0
- Tax Page Number: 269
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2019
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,005.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,005.00
- Total SQFT: 2,005.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick, Rock, Glass
- Roof: Shake, Shingle
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Barn, Guest House, Office/Studio, Shed, Other
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Open, Rear Yard, Rural, SideYard(s), Stream/Creek
- Fencing: Decorative
- Location Type: Near National Park
- Parcel ID: 16324463
- Additional Parcels: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Driveway
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Attic, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Sauna, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Studio, Upgraded Countertops, WhirlPool/HotTub, Wood Floors, Wood Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 2
- Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven - Single, Range Hood, Water Heater - High-Efficiency, Washer, Refrigerator
- Accessibility Features: None
- Window Features: Energy Efficient
- Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Has Laundry
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Hot Tub, Outbuilding(s), Stone Retaining Walls
- Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
- Pool: No Pool
- Horse: Yes
- Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s), Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Hot Water: Electric
- Water Source: Private, Well
- Sewer Septic: On Site Septic, Septic < # of BR
- Internet Services: Satellite
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Greater Piedmont REALTORS
- List Agent URL: cheriwoodard.com
Property History for 456 Scrabble Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 3, 2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1504495997 | $1,100,000 | +5.0% / yr |
| May 3, 2022 | Closed BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Mar 26, 2022 | Pending BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | — | |
| Mar 26, 2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | — | |
| Mar 9, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | $1,295,000 | — |
| Jun 3, 2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240166476 | $560,000 | — |
| Jun 2, 2008 | Closed BRIGHT #1005700398 | $560,000 | — |
| Apr 11, 2008 | Pending BRIGHT #1005700398 | — | |
| Feb 24, 2008 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005700398 | $595,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1504495997 | $1,100,000 +5.0% / yr |
| 05/03/2022 | Closed BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | $1,100,000 |
| 03/26/2022 | Pending BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | — |
| 03/26/2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | — |
| 03/09/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VARP2000392 | $1,295,000 |
| 06/03/2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240166476 | $560,000 |
| 06/02/2008 | Closed BRIGHT #1005700398 | $560,000 |
| 04/11/2008 | Pending BRIGHT #1005700398 | — |
| 02/24/2008 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005700398 | $595,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 456 Scrabble Road
Taxable ValueLand$179,100Additions$486,800Total$665,900
Tax Record2025$4,195 ($350 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,605 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,005 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt600 SqFtStories2Lot Size172,323 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1838CountyRAPPAHANNOCKAPN50 46AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 456 Scrabble Road
This home is within Rappahannock County Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 7 | |||
| Public - | 8 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rappahannock County Elementary School PublicPK to 7 | ||
Rappahannock County High School Public8 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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