BEDS5
BATHS4 full 2 partial
SQUARE FEET4,719
MLS#2603651
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SUBDIVISIONRothesay
Property Description
Offered for the first time in over 60 years, 'Crestmere' is a landmark estate overlooking the James River and Kanawha Canal in the exclusive Rothesay Circle neighborhood. Designed in 1916 by architect Walter Blair, this iconic stucco Tudor Revival was originally built for Charles Gillette, Virginia's most notable landscape architect. Gillette was known for seamlessly integrating architecture into the natural setting and this house showcases his work with the house sited on a gentle rolling 1.67 acres framed by mature trees overlooking the river. Distinctive architectural elements include the brick molded window frames and mullions, casement windows and red tile roof. The stone columned 'ha-ha' wall separates the lawn from the pasture where horses once grazed and ensures uninterrupted river views. With 4700+ square feet, this residence offers a total of five bedrooms, four and 1/2 baths with beautiful Colonial Revival details including a gracious entrance hall with turned staircase, formal living and dining rooms with woodburning fireplaces and reclaimed mantels and a sunroom with expansive river views. An enclosed porch and the living room open to the original formal gardens and brick patio. The large eat-in kitchen connects to a mudroom with full bath and a convenient side entrance. The primary suite, added in later years, features a panelled bedroom with casement windows offering sweeping river views, two separate closets and access to two baths. Additional amenities include a detached 2-car garage, full basement, and floored attic for ample storage. A rare find - this property offers both a serene setting with acreage yet is convenient to shopping and dining in nearby Carytown. From the millstone placed at the front entrance to the sun setting over the river, Crestmere represents a true synthesis of history, architecture and natural beauty. This distinctive home represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the next steward of this extraordinary home with an unrivaled Virginia provenance.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Interior Entry, Partial
Cooling: Central Air
Fenced: Yes
Fireplaces: 4
Garage: 2
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Oil
Home Style: Two Story, Tudor
Lot Size: 1.69 Acres
Roof Type: Rubber, Tile
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $26,508
Year Built: 1916
Feature Descriptions
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Stove
Door Features: French Doors
Exterior: Block, Plaster, Stucco
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Fireplace: Masonry, Wood Burning
Floor Features: Tile, Wood
Formal Dining: Yes
Interior: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, High Ceilings
Lot: Landscaped, Rolling Slope
Parcel#: W022-0553-012
Parking: Circular Driveway, Direct Access, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Patio/Porch: Patio, Side Porch
Sewer: Public Sewer
Special View Info: Water
Water: Public
Water Features: River Front
Room Sizes
Additional Room: 11.4 x 10.3 Level - Second
Additional Room: 16.3 x 9.0 Level - Second
Bedroom 5: 16.9 x 12.0 Level - Second
Bedroom 4: 12.1 x 11.5 Level - Second
Bedroom 3: 17.8 x 13.0 Level - Second
Bedroom 2: 22.8 x 16.7 Level - Second
Primary Bedroom: 23.4 x 19.5 Level - Second
Laundry: 16.0 x 10.3 Level - First
Kitchen: 25.0 x 13.2 Level - First
Family Room: 29.2 x 21.6 Level - First
Dining Room: 18.7 x 16.3 Level - First
Living Room: 25.11 x 18.1 Level - First
Foyer: 18.7 x 12.7 Level - First
Local Schools
High School: Thomas Jefferson
Middle School: Albert Hill
Elementary School: Munford
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: The Steele Group
Shown By
Agent Name: Larry Mills Team
Agent Phone: (804) 967-2766
Agency Title: Joyner Fine Properties
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1214 Rothesay Circle | MLS# 2603651
This single family home located at 1214 Rothesay Circle , Richmond, VA 23221 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $2,680,000. This property was built in 1916 and has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 partial baths with 4719 sq. ft. Rothesay Circle is located in the Rothesay subdivision. Search Rothesay real estate on www.larrymillsrealestate.com today.