Description
Welcome to Lester Cottage: A unique opportunity centrally located in the historic beach town of Colonial Beach, Virginia, this late 19th century Victorian Gilded Age summer house awaits final restoration from an enthusiastic buyer. Encompassed within two large, lush lots, the home dates to circa 1890s, contains original and period features and materials such as Dutch Lap siding, an antebellum American walnut newel post, balustrade and handrail on the staircase, pine beadboard, double hung sash windows, leaded and stain glass English accent windows and interior panels, and a wide wraparound living porch with Queen Anne-style gingerbread brackets accessed from several of the principal rooms. The open great room connects to an early 20th century style recreated kitchen that features a custom-milled beadboard ceiling, and tile flooring. Electric and plumbing has been updated and structural and finish carpentry work by several historic preservation firms in the region. The property has a historic easement and is located near the water and an easy stroll into downtown Colonial Beach. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a period property with modern amenities, and to choose your final finishes adding your own personal touch. Buyers must be preapproved by a bank to show. Please contact the listing agent for a showing. No +G+go and shows.+G- Property sold +G+AS IS.+G-
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3BEDS
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0.34ACRES
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2BATHS
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11/2 BATHS
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2,608SQFT
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$167$/SQFT
Description
Welcome to Lester Cottage: A unique opportunity centrally located in the historic beach town of Colonial Beach, Virginia, this late 19th century Victorian Gilded Age summer house awaits final restoration from an enthusiastic buyer. Encompassed within two large, lush lots, the home dates to circa 1890s, contains original and period features and materials such as Dutch Lap siding, an antebellum American walnut newel post, balustrade and handrail on the staircase, pine beadboard, double hung sash windows, leaded and stain glass English accent windows and interior panels, and a wide wraparound living porch with Queen Anne-style gingerbread brackets accessed from several of the principal rooms. The open great room connects to an early 20th century style recreated kitchen that features a custom-milled beadboard ceiling, and tile flooring. Electric and plumbing has been updated and structural and finish carpentry work by several historic preservation firms in the region. The property has a historic easement and is located near the water and an easy stroll into downtown Colonial Beach. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a period property with modern amenities, and to choose your final finishes adding your own personal touch. Buyers must be preapproved by a bank to show. Please contact the listing agent for a showing. No +G+go and shows.+G- Property sold +G+AS IS.+G-
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