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DESIGN:  Daniel Ensminger, in conjuction with Three North, and the influence of the work of Robert A. M. Stern
ROOF:  Predominantly Buckingham Slate, a section of Copper and Cedar Shake on eaves, Copper and Gutter snow
guards; and Copper on Pool House
SECURITY: Richmond Alarm
HEATING AND COOLING: Extensive Geothermal System (maintained by James River Heating and Air)
ELECTRICAL: Whole House Generator System (Generac) — tested weekly
CONSTRUCTION: Cypress and extensive New England style stone work; Handmade exterior shutters capped with copper
SQUARE FOOTAGE: 11,298

  
FIRST LEVEL
FOYER Inviting and light;  Antique balustrades and masterfully designed pickets after club in Cape Cod.
 
LIVING ROOM Elegant with a spectacular view of the James River;  Four pairs of French doors;
Exceptional 17th Century limestone mantel from Poitiers (Loire Valley) in France...reclaimed from a
reception room in a hotel particulier;  Wonderful details include egg and dart craftsmanship,
a central candelabra with flame, and classically detailed columns flanking the trumeau; and
Surround sound.
 
DINING ROOM Exquisite with gold leaf ceiling; and antique French doors from The Hotel W,
Washington, D.C.
 
FAMILY ROOM Custom designed handsome, chestnut mantel with built-in benches on each side; 
Tile surround;  6-window rounded bay; Professionally glazed walls; Wonderful River views; and
Surround sound.

SCREEN PORCH #1: Off Stairway Hall;  Beadboard ceiling; Slate floor; Fascinating zinc wall
hanging; and River and poolside views.
 
KITCHEN Designed by DBS Draper of Classic Kitchens; Extensive professionally glazed chestnut
cabinetry; Walnut, limestone and butcher block counters; Antique Delft tile; and EVERY
AMENITY...3 sinks, Wolf 6-burner Range, two Sub-Zero Refrigerators, Wine Cooler, dual
Asko Dishwashers, Miele steamer, and Convection/Microwave ovens; Expansive built-in desk;
Breakfast bar; Large Breakfast Area with walk-out bay for informal entertaining; Slate floor;
and Surround sound.
 
MUD ROOM Ideal for Flower Room; Butcher block counters; and Arts & Crafts style stairway 
to 2nd floor.
 
POWDER ROOM #1:  Convenient to the Kitchen and Screen Porch.
 
POWDER ROOM #2:  Attractive faux suede walls; Kallista fixtures and unusual hand crafted
bowl for the sink.
 
LIBRARY Handsome cypress paneling; Towering French limestone  mantel from a salon in
chateau in Azay-le-Rideau;  Exceptional and rare double “chapeau de gendarme” (policeman’s hat
shape) cornice; Custom designed corner cabinets; Rounded bay windows; and for the hunter,
a gun safe.
 
W. and E. GALLERY Arched openings;  Coffered ceilings; Wainscoting; and Stairway hall to
screen porch and lower level.
 
MASTER SUITE Exquisite River views; Warm pine woodwork with beautiful faux finish mantel
with delft tile surround; Built-in custom cabinetry; Cathedral ceiling; French doors to Screen Porch;
Window seat; and Surround sound.
 
MASTER BATH Sophisticated — two arched niches for Italian sinks;  Large shower, jetted tub,
and polished limestone floor.
 
LADIES DRESSING ROOM Washer and Dryer; Extensive cabinetry and hanging space.
 
MEN’S DRESSING ROOM Wine refrigerator; Extensive cabinetry and hanging space; and Built-in safe.
 
SCREEN PORCH #2 Off Master Bedroom;  Breathtaking River views; and Rose limestone flooring.



SECOND LEVEL


SITTING ROOM   Open and light;  Opens to Balcony giving one a view of the lush and expansive
grounds.
 
BEDROOM #1:   Aqua and pink;  Second Floor Master Bedroom; Balcony; Walk-in closets; and
View of both the grounds and the river. 
 
BATH #1 Adjoins Bedroom #1;  White marble; Shower/Tub combination; Built-in cabinet;
and Tile floor.
 
BEDROOM #2 Green Room; Guest Room; Double closets; Access to Balcony with fabulous
views of the River.
 
BATH #2 Adjoins Bedroom #2; Shower/Tub combination; Mahogany flooring; and Raised
shell-motif white tile.
 
BEDROOM #3 Blue and green room; Faux painted mural; Walk-in Closet; Overlooks the grounds.
 
BATH #3 Adjoins Bedroom #3; Shower/Tub combination; and Fascinating blue and white tile.
 
BEDROOM #4 (Boys Room); French doors to the Balcony for wonderful River views; and Double closet.
 
BATH #4 Adjoins Bedroom #4; Shower; Yellow river granite; and Double vanity.
 
BEDROOM #5 Safari decor; Walk-in closet with extensive shelving;  Cozy play closet; and Built-in
bookcases.
 
BATH #5 Adjoins Bedroom #5;  Shower;  Subway tile and marble; and Double sink.

LAUNDRY ROOM Washer and Dryer; Laundry sink.
 
CENTER HALL Three large linen closets; Balcony overlooking the Pool and  Pool House; 
and Side Hallway to second balcony with fabulous waterfront views.
 

THIRD LEVEL
 
SITTING ROOM  Accessed by open stairway; and Large window seat (can serve as a bed).
 
BEDROOM #6  Spacious with view of the River and the grounds;  and Two window seats
which can serve as beds.
 
BATH #6 Adjoins Bedroom #6 and Sitting Room;  Ceramic shower/tub combination.
 
SURPRISE PLAY ROOM Wonderful additional play space.

WALK-IN ATTIC


LOWER LEVEL

RECREATION ROOM Tremendous; Tile floor; and Double columns opening to Pool Room
and Dining Area.

MEDIA ROOM Includes Dining Area and Kitchen complete with microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator.
 
BEDROOM #7 Bunk Room; and Camouflage floor.
 
BATH #7 Adjoins Bedroom #7;  and Double shower.
 
 
OTHER WONDERFUL SPACES!

CRAFT ROOM

GUN ROOM

TWO LARGE STORAGE ROOMS (One could be Wine Cellar)

MECHANICAL ROOM Houses Heating/Cooling units and Circuit Breakers 


EXTERIOR FEATURES


¨ Large, in-ground pool with glass tiles; Pool House with bar, shower, bath, and dressing area;
Pool House #2 with Kitchen area

¨ Custom-designed half-crescent, working stone fireplace, Redwood Pergola with American Wisteria
 
¨ Dock and Boat House with 2 boat lifts, with 4’ MLW, Surround Sound and outdoor lighting
 
¨ Interesting combination of stone and brick Walkways: Tennessee Walking Stone, Blue Stone
with Limestone Treads, and Cushwa antique-style Brick
 
¨ Two double garages with Apartment above
¨ Sauna House
¨ Multiple Balconies with mahogany railings and caps
 
 
 
 
 
THE GROUNDS
 
¨ SPECTACULAR RIVER VIEWS
¨ Professionally Designed and Landscaped—-a rare combination of unusual plantings and designs
¨ Twin River Irrigation
¨ Robins Landscaping & Maintenance
¨ Anna Aquino, Landscape Designer
¨ French Drain System
¨ Unique Bald Cypress Allee
¨ Lightning Rods
¨ Beautiful exterior Lighting
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
All information contained herein is believed to be correct, but a prospective purchaser should not rely on its
accuracy in making a purchase decision.  No warranty is intended, expressed or implied.  Persons interested
in this property should consult their own authorities before making a purchase decision  All measurements
are approximate and should be verified by any prospective purchaser.