Water Views - Primary on Main
Address
23348 Tidewater Trail, Rappahannock Academy, VA
Price
$ 6,900,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#VACV2008326
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyCAROLINE
- CityRappahannock Academy
- Zip22538
- StyleFederal
- Year Built1798
- Taxes$ 8210
- Price$ 6,900,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage5431
- Lot Size352.23 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
ROSE HILL ESTATE 352 ACRES OF HISTORIC ELEGANCE AND AN ELEVATED COUNTRY LIFESTYLE Featured in Architectural Digest, this Amelia T. Handegandesigned residence anchors one of Virginias most distinguished country estates. Encompassing 352.24 acres, the property offers timeless elegance, masterful restoration, and unparalleled privacy. Designed for those who value both heritage and luxury, every detail reflects refined craftsmanship and enduring beauty. The estates remarkable grounds and gardens were further recognized with the 2016 ASLA Virginia Chapter Merit Award, honoring the propertys exceptional landscape architecture and stewardship. Protected under conservation easement, the estates rolling landscape unfolds through two gated entrances across open fields, century-old hardwoods, formal gardens, and a stocked pondoffering a rare balance of seclusion, scale, and natural beauty. Originally built in 1799, the residence was comprehensively restored in 2011 by Tidewater Preservation, Inc., under the direction of acclaimed Charleston designer Amelia T. Handegan. The result is a seamless blend of historic integrity and modern sophistication, enhanced by geothermal climate control and radiant floor heating. The 5,431-square-foot main residence features 4 bedrooms, each with an ensuite bath, and a collection of gracious living spaces defined by hardwood floors, intricate crown molding, chair railing, and custom French wallpaper. Formal rooms include a dining room with fireplace, an elegant living room with built-ins, and a distinctive octagonal music room with English windows and hand-painted geometric floors. The chefs eat-in kitchen pairs historic character with professional-grade function, offering custom wood cabinetry, a wood-burning fireplace, marble-topped island, Wolf range, paneled appliances, wine refrigerator, and ice machine. A well-appointed mudroom with built-ins and laundry provides convenient access to the gardens. The main-level primary suite is a private retreat, featuring a fireplace, sitting room with built-ins, walk-in closet, and direct access to the outdoors, along with a marble-clad bath complete with dual vanities, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Additional bedroom suites offer fireplaces, built-ins, and beautifully appointed baths, each capturing sweeping views of the rolling countryside, pond, or historic gardens. Beyond the main residence, a guest cottage with exposed beams, marble finishes, and a fireplace offers refined accommodations for visitors. A Pennsylvania bank barn, relocated in 2009, has been thoughtfully reimagined to include a gym, office with full bath, and loft. Distinctive architectural elements include a Thomas Jeffersoninspired dovecote with Birmingham Rollers and a newly constructed folly overlooking the pond. Outdoor amenities are equally exceptional, featuring a tennis court with pavilion, croquet lawn, riding trails, and formal gardens that have been showcased in Garden Club tours, filled with hydrangeas, peonies, fruit trees, and rose of Sharon. A working barn supports a herd of Belted Galloway cattle, further enhancing the estates pastoral character. Utilities include well water, septic, geothermal HVAC, propane heat (two owned tanks: 500 and 1,000 gallons), radiant floor heating, and four hot water tanks. A rare and significant offering, Rose Hill Estate embodies a legacy propertywhere history, land, and lifestyle converge in extraordinary form.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Listed $9,000,000 |
| 4/16/2026 | 13$7,900,000 |
| 7/2/2026 | 13$6,900,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 5431 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | On Site Septic |
| Heating | Radiant |
| Cooling | Central A/C,Geothermal |
| Utilities | Propane,Under Ground |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Built-In Microwave,Built-In Range,Cooktop - Down Draft,Dryer - Front Loading,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Icemaker,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer - Front Loading,Water Heater,Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven/ |
| Zoning | RP |
| Patio/Porch Features | Brick,Porch(es),Screened |
| Architectural Style | Federal |
| Security Features | Electric Alarm,Security System,Main Entrance Lock,Monitored,Resident Manager,Security Gate |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding,Stucco |
| School District | CAROLINE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1798 |
| View | Valley,Pasture,Garden/Lawn,Panoramic,Trees/Woods,Pond,Scenic Vista,Water |
| Levels | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric,Geothermal |
| Building Name | ROSE HILL |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | CAROLINE |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Total Rooms | 1 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | From Downtown Fredericksburg Dixon St becomes Tidewater Trl,Left on Mills Dr,Mills Drive becomes Tidewater Trl,Home on right. Sign Rose Hill Estate Gate with code needed |
| City | RAPPAHANNOCK ACADEMY |
| Disclosures | Prop Disclosure,Conserv Area,Lead Based Paint - State |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 15343138.80 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1052500.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 8210.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Property Condition | Excellent |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 3.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 1534.36 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional,Exchange |
| Historic Y/N | Yes |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=GeDBwBbuXxc&brand=0&mls=1& |
| Total SQFT | 5431 |
| Location Type | Rural |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 12 |
| Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Built-Ins,Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Dining Area,Exposed Beams,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Gour |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Propane - Owned |
| Basement | Partially Finished,Daylight,Partial,Connecting Stairway,Heated,Improved,Interior Access |
| Flooring | Hardwood,Tile/Brick,Carpet |
| Total Fireplaces | 7 |
| Fireplace Features | Brick,Mantel(s),Wood |
| Hot Water | Other,Propane |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 4497 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 934 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Laundry Type | Main Floor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 0.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 5 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Extensive Hardscape,Outbuilding(s),Sport Court,Tennis Court(s) |
|---|---|
| Pool | No Pool |
| Fencing | Board,Rear,Wood |
| Parking Features | Circular Driveway,Crushed Stone |
| Lot Features | Additional Lot(s),Backs to Trees,Fishing Available,Hunting Available,Landscaping,Pond,Private,Secluded,Sloping,Trees/Wooded |
| Water Source | Well |
| Total Parking Spaces | 10 |
| Type of Parking | Driveway |
| Land Use Code | 013 |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Water View Y/N | Yes |
| Lot Size Acres | 352.23 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel |
| Lot Size Source | Estimated |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Door Features | Double Entry |
| Horse Y/N | Yes |
| Horse Amenities | Horse Trails,Paddock |
| Land Assessed Value | 264400.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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