CRICKET HILL

A true gem in Loudoun County, Cricket Hill is an unspoiled oasis and the perfect small horse farm. With more than 15 acres of wooded and pasture land, the property is the ideal country setting in one of the most desirable areas. A charming home, mature landscaping, and a lovely five-stall barn all in the heart of Middleburg Hunt territory make this an irresistible property.
 
LOCATION: Just outside the village of Lincoln, Cricket Hill is in the heart of Middleburg Hunt territory and in Loudoun County. With easy access to Rts. 50 and 7, Cricket Hill is just 45 minutes from Washington, D.C., and Dulles International Airport.
 
RESIDENCE: A winding pea-gravel drive leads through wonderful mature trees up to the main house at Cricket Hill. The house takes full advantage of its spectacular setting amongst flowering gardens and trees, providing a wonderfully shaded and private spot.
 Hardwood floors and ornate molding throughout are just a few of the lovely details of the house, and four fireplaces make this a charming and comfortable home.
 
LOWER LEVEL: Upon entering the Foyer (10’X 20’), one can immediately see the elegant features that continue throughout the house, such as the hardwood floors, chair rail, and wallpaper. There is a coat closet and half-bath off the Foyer, and a door accesses the Sun Room. To the left of the Foyer is the Living Room (27½’X 14’), which has views of the front gardens, a chair rail, and a slate fireplace complete with a dental crown mantel. French doors lead from the Living Room to the Sun Room (16’X 23’), a lovely place to relax. With walls of windows, a brick floor, ceiling fan, and a door to the back yard, the Sun Room is a charming and welcoming space.
 
To the right of the Foyer is the Dining Room (15’X 17’), an elegant area with a chair rail, wallpaper, and a slate fireplace with ornate wood mantel. A swinging door leads to the Kitchen (9½’X 17½’), which has all the charm of a classic country kitchen. Custom cherry cabinets and granite counters combine with the tile floor, stainless steel double sinks, and all the amenities to make a sophisticated, yet convenient, space. The Kitchen opens directly onto a Breakfast Nook (9½’X 11’), which has striking views of the back yard, a small office area, and exposed beams.
 
Off the Breakfast Nook is a Laundry/Mud Room with a tile floor, a door to the back yard, washer/dryer, storage, utility sink and closet. The Library (16’X 15½’), next to the Dining Room, has built-in shelving, hardwood floor, and a brick fireplace. A second set of stairs leads from here to the upper level.
 
UPPER LEVEL: To the left of landing from the stairs in the Foyer is the Master Suite. The Master Bedroom (25’X 14’) has a slate fireplace with a lovely wood mantel, hardwood floor, and two large closets. The Master Bath adjoins. Bedroom 1 (11’X 17’) features views of the back yard, a large closet, and chair rail. Off the upstairs hallway is a linen closet and a full bath. An Office (15’X 11’) adjoins Bedroom 3 (18’X 14’), which has dormer windows, two large closets, a fireplace, and adjoining full bath. Stairs to the lower level—the Library—are also here.
 
LOWER LEVEL: The finished lower level has a Recreation Room complete with a brick hearth with inset woodstove, paneled walls, and a large storage room.
 
PROPERTY: Detached from the house is a three-bay garage, with one bay a workshop, with a sink, countertop and cabinets. Above the garage is a one-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, full bath, and living room.
 
DEPENDENCIES: An efficient and workmanlike five-stall barn is complete with wash stall with hot and cold water, tack room, feed room, and hay storage. Attached to the barn is a two-bay machine shed, with a large drive-through bay for a trailer. Three fields, two of which with run-in sheds, and a smaller paddock provide plenty of turn-out room. The property adjoins hundreds of acres of land in conservation easement, so opportunities for riding out abound.

MLS#:  LO7114010                    PRICE: $1,050,000

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