Historic House Listings

Amazing history! Rebel Hill, Circa 1811. Buffalo Springs Spa. 4 acres in VA. $369,000

January 20, 2019

Amazing history with this property! Rebel Hill was built in 1811. Located on four acres in Buffalo Junction, Virginia. Originally part of the legendary Buffalo Lithia Water Springs and Spa. Back in the 1840’s nearly three trains a day dropped off passengers and picked up bottled water that was said to have healing properties. Tall ceilings and heart pine floors throughout. The porches overlook English boxwood gardens. There is a guest house on the property with a full kitchen and bathroom. There is a two car garage with a shop. Ten minutes to Kerr Lake! Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 4,264 square feet. $369,000

From the Zillow listing:

 

Rich in history, this 1790 home and surroundings takes you back to a by-gone era. Property was part of the legendary Buffalo Lithia Water Springs and spa where as many as three trains daily discharged passengers and picked up bottled water in the 1840”s. Known as Rebel Hill it has over 3,000 sq.ft, is fully-restored, historically correct and ready to enjoy! Tall ceilings, heartpine floors, fine-milled woodwork throughout, lovely fireplaces and mantels. Oversize chef”s kitchen comes with custom-built cabinets, new appliances and center island surface range. Main level master suite has walk-in closet, full bath with spa tub and walk-in shower. Open front and porches overlook English boxwood gardens. Separate, detached cottage with equipped kitchen and full bath can serve as guest quarters or multi-generation housing. Two wells serve two dwellings. Large 2 car garage and shop area. Here is a great opportunity for bed & breakfast and rentals, seasonal or year-round for fishermen and their families. In the heart of Lake Country near the Kerr Reservoir. Public boat landing nearby, just six miles to Clarksville, 14.5 to South Boston and Raleigh/Durham NC area within an hour”s drive.

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