21 Belle Meade Lane
21 Belle Meade Lane
Sperryville, VA 22740
$1,500,000
Price
6
Beds
5
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
7,821 Sq. Ft.
$192 / Sq. Ft.
7,821
Sq. Ft.
$192
per Sq. Ft.
Description
Just like Old Rag Mountain, the historic Belle Meade Schoolhouse is an iconic part of the scenic F. T. Valley. Located just south of Sperryville, this spectacular building has graced the valley for about 110 years. What an incredible opportunity to own a piece of Rappahannock history. The schoolhouse was built in 1914 and served as a school until it closed in the late 1950s. The Francis Thornton Valley Road was changed over the decades and eventually the schoolhouse was too close to the road. The...Just like Old Rag Mountain, the historic Belle Meade Schoolhouse is an iconic part of the scenic F. T. Valley. Located just south of Sperryville, this spectacular building has graced the valley for about 110 years. What an incredible opportunity to own a piece of Rappahannock history. The schoolhouse was built in 1914 and served as a school until it closed in the late 1950s. The Francis Thornton Valley Road was changed over the decades and eventually the schoolhouse was too close to the road. The current owner bought it in 1998 and undertook the massive project of building a new foundation away from the road, moving the structure onto the foundation, and renovating. After 20 years as Belle Meade School, this historic structure is now ready to begin its next chapter. The schoolhouse is 5,231 sq.ft. of soaring ceilings, tall windows, and bright, airy spaces. The hallway upstairs has a clerestory cupola that invites in even more light. There are 4 large classrooms on the main level and 2 bathrooms. The original chalkboards are still in use and the wood floors are stunning. The classrooms on the west side have double doors leading out to the large back deck that overlooks the garden and mountains. The lower level opens to a huge room that has seen many school plays and even a wedding reception or two. Tables, seating and linens for 100, and dishes, glasses and flatware for 75 can be included with the sale. This room has multiple doors to the outside patios and large closets. Just off this event room is a kitchen with a 6-burner Wolf range, dish sanitizer, and triple sink making catering a breeze. Opposite the kitchen is the mudroom that leads out to the side patio. Down the hallway are the bathrooms and laundry. The exterior of the schoolhouse features poplar siding, metal roof, and ramp access from the parking area. The views are beautiful in all directions and include the peaks of Old Rag and Doubletop mountains. The 7 acre parcel also includes a 2,590 square foot cottage, built in 2010. The cottage is being used as part of the school, providing classrooms for the younger children. As part of the accessibility modifications, the tub was removed from the main floor bathroom and stored, and an access ramp was added to the back deck. The cottage has Hardie-plank type siding and a standing seam metal roof. There is a wrap-around deck and a patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The great room on the main level has 9 ft. ceilings, a 4-panel sliding door that opens to the deck, and a cozy fireplace. The kitchen adjoins the great room and has gorgeous cherry cabinets and granite counters. Just off the great room is a dining room with northwest mountain views. The main floor bedroom has 2 closets, with a convenient stacked washer and dryer in one of them. Rounding out the main floor is a hall bath. The entire upper floor is a cozy suite with dormer windows that overlook the surrounding fields and mountains. The suite includes a full bath with a walk-in shower and a skylight. The expansive lower level has high ceilings, a glass door, and two sets of 4-panel sliding doors leading out to the patio and back yard. There is a full bath and a laundry room on this level. Because of the uniqueness of the property, the listing stats include cumulative numbers for both structures. Classrooms are considered bedrooms for reporting purposes and the sq.ft. is the total for both. This unusual property provides a unique opportunity for a new owner with creativity and vision. Will it remain a school? Will it be completely reinvented? Perhaps the schoolhouse will be modified to become a stunning, one-of-a-kind home. Or perhaps an event space, with a cottage for the manager. There are so many possibilities for how to use this historic building. School permits transfer to a new owner. A meeting with the Zoning Administrator is recommended for other possibilities. What will be written as the next chapter in the Belle Meade Schoolhouse story?
- Listed by Tanya A Paull • Cheri Woodard RealtyP: 7037988638 tanya@cheriwoodard.com
- Listed by Cheryl F Woodard • Cheri Woodard RealtyP: 5409878500 cheri@cheriwoodard.com
Property Details for 21 Belle Meade Lane
Tax ID Number
54 26
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleTraditional, Other, Cape Cod
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
Location
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LISTING UPDATED: 04/29/2024 03:50 PM
Property Details for 21 Belle Meade Lane
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | VARP2001452 |
| Days on Market | 35 |
| Taxes | $6,786 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1914 |
| Lot Size | 7.00 AC / 304,920 SF |
| County | Rappahannock County |
Location
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Building Information for 21 Belle Meade Lane
Stories3Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size7.00 AC / 304,920 SF
Payment Calculator
$8,752 per month
30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest
Principal and Interest
$8,186
Property Taxes
$566
HOA Dues
$0
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Property Information for 21 Belle Meade Lane
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: 2022
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,131,000
- Year Assessed: 2022
- County Tax: $6,221
- Improvement Assessed Value: $706,000
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $425,000
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 1
- Zoning: AGRICULTURE
- Zoning Dscrp: Agriculture and Residential uses. Others by special use permit. Existing School permit conveys.
- Tax Lot: 26
- School Tax: $0
- Tax Page Number: 1112
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 6
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 7
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 5
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
Rooms
- Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 7,821.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Total SQFT: 7,821.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Metal
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Basement Type: English
- Foundation Details: Block
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bedrooms-Main Level-6, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 5
- # Bathrooms Half: 2
- Other Structure: Greenhouse, Shed, Other
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Adjoins - Open Space, Cleared, Open, Rural, Vegetation Planting
- Road Responsibility: Private
- Location Type: Near National Park
- Parcel ID: 16324823
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Driveway
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 16
- Parking Features: Gravel Driveway, Handicap Parking, Private
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Combination Kitchen/Living, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Water Heater - Solar
- Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Switches/Outlets, Doors - Lever Handle(s), Grab Bars Mod, Ramp - Main Level
- Laundry Type: Main Floor, Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Deck(s), Wrap Around
- Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiant, Other
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased, Solar, Wood
- Hot Water: Electric, Instant Hot Water, Solar
- Water Source: Private, Well
- Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
- Internet Services: Broadband, Satellite
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Greater Piedmont REALTORS
- List Agent URL: https://cheriwoodard.com/agent/tanya-paull/
Property History for 21 Belle Meade Lane
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 21 Belle Meade Lane
This home is within Rappahannock County Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 7 | |||
| Public - | 8 to 12 | |||
| Private - | 5 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rappahannock County Elementary School PublicPK to 7 | ||
Rappahannock Co. High School Public8 to 12 | ||
Belle Meade Montessori School Private5 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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