Property Overview

Address: 2788 Great Oak Rd, Warfield, VA 23889
Price: $449,900
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Living Space: 2,404 sq ft
Lot Size: 20.25 acres
Year Built: 1734
Property Type: Farm
Price per Sq Ft: $187
HOA: Not listed
Zestimate®: $440,200

Listed By

Richie Blick

Jim Barb Realty, Inc.

Property Listing

View Listing on Zillow

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/2788-Great-Oak-Rd-Warfield-VA-23889/338549108_zpid/

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Listing photos provided by MLS via Zillow.

Own Historic c.1734 Bothwick Hall – A Rare Colonial Estate on 20.25 Private Acres

Steeped in nearly three centuries of history, Bothwick Hall is an extraordinary colonial-era estate dating back to 1734. Tucked far from the road at the end of a winding driveway and surrounded by mature trees, this remarkable Virginia farm offers exceptional privacy, historic authenticity, and over 20 acres of peaceful countryside. Rich in original architectural details and local folklore, this rare property presents an opportunity to own one of Virginia’s oldest surviving homes.

Historic Interior Features and Original Character

Built in 1734
Three bedrooms
Two bathrooms
Approximately 2,404 square feet of living space
Original heart-pine wood floors
Original staircase
Original paneled wainscoting
Original 9-over-9 windows on the main level
Original six-panel doors
Historic H&L hinges
Multi-layered trim
Original converted light fixtures
Original weatherboard siding protected by modern vinyl siding
Exceptional Colonial-era craftsmanship throughout

Kitchen and Living Spaces

Spacious historic floor plan
Comfortable living areas filled with period character
Original architectural details throughout
Functional layout combining history with modern utilities
Modern well and septic system
Flexible living spaces ready for the next owner’s vision

Exterior Features and Property Highlights

20.25-acre farm
Long, winding private driveway
Mature trees surrounding the property on three sides
Site of the legendary 600-year-old Grand Oak
New growth emerging from the historic oak’s remaining trunk
Newer asphalt shingle roof on the main house
Well-maintained porches
Original stone dry well
Two-story tobacco barn with restoration potential
Peaceful rural setting with excellent privacy
Convenient access to Highway 58 and I-85

Additional Property Highlights

Historic home known as Bothwick Hall
Folklore connections to Edgar Allan Poe and other early American figures
Believed to qualify for historic designation
Rare opportunity to preserve an 18th-century Virginia residence
Original architectural elements remain remarkably intact
Excellent potential for restoration and preservation
Modern utilities already in place
Outstanding value at approximately $187 per square foot
Showings by advance appointment only with the listing agent present

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity to Preserve a Piece of American History

Few properties can match the history, authenticity, and charm of Bothwick Hall. Built in 1734 and surrounded by more than 20 acres of serene Virginia countryside, this remarkable estate showcases original heart-pine floors, handcrafted woodwork, an original staircase, paneled wainscoting, and countless historic details that have survived for nearly three centuries. With modern utilities, a newer roof, historic outbuildings, and an unforgettable setting steeped in local legend, this exceptional property offers a rare chance to become the next steward of one of Virginia’s true historic treasures.