Ever daydream about living in a cottage surrounded by trees? This home at 41495 Bald Hill Rd. in Leesburg can make that a reality.
Originally built in 1850, this stone cottage is located on more than 23 acres of wooded land. Renovated by local craftsman and current owner Donnie Walker, the humble abode is just 520 square feet. The one-bedroom and one-bathroom cottage is currently listed for $724,500.
Head through the front door to find the lofted bedroom. The space is highlighted with hardwood floors and hand-hewn wood beams that can be found throughout the home.
With windows on nearly every wall and a vaulted ceiling, you’ll be surrounded by natural light at any time of the day. The loft is even big enough to create your own seating area for cozy movie nights or late-night reading sessions.
Head downstairs to explore the lower-level kitchen. Rustic cabinets surround stainless-steel appliances – combining 19th- and 21st-century design elements. The washer and dryer sit off in the corner.
The kitchen also includes an eat-in area that has room to accommodate a larger table depending on your needs.
The lower level is also home to the cottage’s full bathroom. Stone walls and hardwood floors continue into the private space. A walk-in shower provides a bit of modernity to the historic home.
With a recently installed four-bedroom septic system and a well, the property does have the potential to build a larger home.
The home at 41495 Bald Hill Rd., Leesburg is listed by Peter Leonard-Morgan at Hunt Country Sotheby’s International Realty.
Feature image by Brian Balik
