Frascati, c. 1823. Here is an exceedingly rare opportunity to acquire a national landmark perfectly located on 62.74 acres in the Somerset estate area of Orange County. Frascati was built for Philip Barbour, Associate Justice for the Supreme Court by John Perry, known for his work for Thomas Jefferson in building the University of Virginia and Monticello. Frascati is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark. For a full history and architectural details about Frascati please see the Wikipedia listing in the documents section. In addition to the manor home the restored summer kitchen now serves as a charming guest cottage, the original formal gardens still exist with magnificent 200 year old boxwoods and extraordinary specimen trees. A lovely gunnite swimming pool is tucked away in a "secret garden" The 62 acres with Frascati is mostly open in high quality pasture and is suitable for any agricultural pursuit. There are several useful barns and sheds. The gently rolling land boasts superb views of the Blue Ridge mountains and is surrounded by large farms. Frascati is protected with a conservation easement with the VOF and The Virginia Board of Historic Resources. (See Documents).,Fireplace in Bedroom,Fireplace in Dining Room,Fireplace in Family Room,Fireplace in Living Room
Frascati, c. 1823. Here is an exceedingly rare opportunity to acquire a national landmark perfectly located on 62.74 acres in the Somerset estate area of Orange County. Frascati was built for Philip Barbour, Associate Justice for the Supreme Court by John Perry, known for his work for Thomas Jefferson in building the University of Virginia and Monticello. Frascati is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark. For a full history and architectural details about Frascati please see the Wikipedia listing in the documents section. In addition to the manor home the restored summer kitchen now serves as a charming guest cottage, the original formal gardens still exist with magnificent 200 year old boxwoods and extraordinary specimen trees. A lovely gunnite swimming pool is tucked away in a "secret garden" The 62 acres with Frascati is mostly open in high quality pasture and is suitable for any agricultural pursuit. There are several useful barns and sheds. The gently rolling land boasts superb views of the Blue Ridge mountains and is surrounded by large farms. Frascati is protected with a conservation easement with the VOF and The Virginia Board of Historic Resources. (See Documents).
Escape to Virginia's Piedmont, the Madison-Barbour Historic District & live in Orange County horse country. 294 acres of pasture & timber (protected by Virginia Outdoors Foundation easements) surround our 1850's Italianate 4 bedroom home w/ few modifications (ready for a new owner to personalize). The front & rear porch views of the lawn/gardens, pasture, woods & mountains remain breathtaking. The English basement opens to a patio garden w/ Blue Ridge Mountain views. Come see the large rooms, intricate woodwork, fireplaces, wood floors, handmade peg doors, & 1850's craftsmanship throughout the home. Old farm buildings & horse barn have potential for repurposing to meet your needs. Showings by appointment only.,Formica Counter,Wood Cabinets,Fireplace in Basement,Fireplace in Bedroom,Fireplace in Living Room
The median home value in Somerset, VA is $234,000. This is lower than the county median home value of $326,900. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Somerset, VA is $234,000. Approximately 54.98% of Somerset homes are owned, compared to 26.84% rented, while 18.18% are vacant. Somerset real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Somerset real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Somerset, Virginia has a population of 392. Somerset is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.88%.
The median household income in Somerset, Virginia is $83,810. The median household income for the surrounding county is $79,211 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Somerset is 53.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 22.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 44 inches per year, with 17.7 inches of snow per year.