Located in Fauquier County, Rockingham Farm offers an exceptional living experience spread across 166 acres. The home at 8022 Rockingham Rd. sits on preserved farmland and features six bedrooms, five full bathrooms, and two half baths. It is on the market for $5.25 million.
This Georgian colonial revival–style home dates back to 1740 as a humble log cabin and has since been transformed into a luxurious four-story, 6,090-square-foot residence, crowned with a solid copper hip roof. The house, circa 1920, has modern updates such as a whole-house Generac generator and a three-zone heating and air conditioning system.
Beyond the Manor House, the pastures and barn — currently leased to a cattle business — along with two charming cottages, offer a blend of rustic charm and practical utility. The home is 10 minutes from Interstate 66.
Hardwood floors extend, seen here in the foyer, extend through much of the house.
Adorning the living room are original silver-plated sconces from the gas-light era, paired with a traditional Rumford-style fireplace.
In the library, built-in bookshelves and a gas-log fireplace offer a cozy retreat for reading.
Enjoy meals with family and friends in the spacious dining room, just steps from the convenient butler’s pantry.
The kitchen features a built-in microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and wall oven.
The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and a full bath, with direct access to the outdoor second-floor deck.
Other bedrooms, such as this one on the third floor, boast generous space for personalization and storage.
The basement office includes a warm fireplace and generous space for work and other necessities.
Aside from housing your cars, the detached garage hosts a modern apartment with a full bath and kitchenette. The wood floors and exposed walnut beams milled from the property make it perfect for a home office or artist’s studio.
The Farmer’s Cottage includes three large bedrooms and features original pine floors refinished in 2022, exposed beams, and custom wood moldings. A sunny front porch and a new deck were added in 2023, perfect for outdoor dining and relaxation.
The Gate House, a 1920s board-and-batten bank house, boasts two bright bedrooms with original pine floors. The kitchen and bathroom were remodeled in 2017. New luxury vinyl plank floors and a wood-burning stove were added.
The fenced cattle farm features regenerative practices and a barn fully equipped for livestock production. Equestrians will appreciate the five stalls, tack room, small riding ring, and many trails for gentle hacking. The heated workshop, with two large garage bays and a bathroom, is ideal for machine shop enthusiasts and woodworkers.
This home is listed by Scott Buzzelli and Kevin Chung at McEnearney Associates.
Feature image courtesy McEnearney Associates
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