Historic House Listings

Perfection! Storybook cottage and gardens. Circa 1937 in Richmond, Virginia. $399,500

September 19, 2019

This house is seriously perfect! Love everything about it! This storybook cottage was built in 1937. It is located on .26 acres in Richmond, Virginia. The master suite has exposed beams and brick, wood dormers, hardwood floors and an updated bathroom. The home has a beautifully updated kitchen. Love the sink! There is a screened in porch, a basement with a rec room and bar. Great landscaping with vintage gardening shed. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 2,455 square feet. $399,500

From the Zillow listing:

 

Look no further…..this ONE of a kind Story Book Cottage w/over 2400 SF, has been meticulously updated while maintaining the original character and design with exquisite craftsmanship throughout.  There are 3 Bedrooms (the Master occupies the entire 2nd Fl) w/exposed beams, brick, wood dormers and a fully renovated bath.  There are 2 additional bedrooms on the 1st level w/another fully renovated Full Bath which is handicap accessible.  The charming LR has a corner Gas FP with cased archways & built-in bookcases.  Stunning DR w/bay window, built-in corner cabinet and plantations shutters.  Wonderful stainless updated kitchen w/Farm Sink but keeping its 1930’s design.  There is a screened porch, basement/rec room w/bar and storage area.  Incredible exterior Custom Covered Entertainment Area, Garden Shed and Car Port w/tin roof.  The grounds are full of Boxwoods and magnificent mature plantings… Newer HVAC, Roof and Security System.  This is a very special home and not to be missed!

 

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