luxury house with terrace for sale Gordonsville, United States

Nestled on 77 acres in the Virginia countryside, Mount Sharon offers an extraordinary blend of Georgian architecture, rich history, and exquisite gardens. Designed by renowned architect Louis Bancel LaFarge, the 10,000+ square-foot main house is complemented by 10 acres of meticulously crafted Italian, French, and English-style gardens, with breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The main house is designed for gracious living and entertaining, offering expansive spaces ideal for hosting guests, gatherings, and large celebrations. The property also features multiple outbuildings, including a farm manager’s house and a guest house with an office on the main level—perfect for accommodating staff, guests, or business needs. For equestrian enthusiasts, the estate includes a seven-stall stable with a tack room, along with 147 acres of adjoining land available for purchase at $1.25 million. The additional land features a classic 1930s Sears Belmont-style barn with 20 stalls, rolling pastures, a pond, 4 run-in sheds, and multiple paddocks. Together, these create a 224+ acre world-class equestrian estate. Located just outside the historic and charming towns of Orange and Gordonsville, Mount Sharon benefits from the area’s small-town charm and the tranquility that comes with country living. The Orange County Airport, just five minutes from the estate, accommodates a variety of super-light jets, providing easy access for those traveling from across the state or the country. The region is also home to the Montpelier Races, an annual tradition held at James Madison’s estate, celebrating the heritage and equestrian culture of the area. Mount Sharon combines elegant living with the beauty of the Virginia landscape—an ideal home for those seeking a sophisticated country retreat.

Following a significant price reduction, Milton Farm represents one of the most compelling values on the market today. Set across 54 acres just 10 minutes from Charlottesville, the property combines a substantial main residence, three cottages, equestrian facilities, and an exceptional range of recreational amenities in a remarkably convenient setting. The nearly 8,000 square foot, five bedroom main residence is complemented by a pool, spa, and pool house with an outdoor kitchen and full bath. Beyond are a lighted sport court for pickleball and basketball, a sunken firepit, two ponds, wooded trails, open fields, and equestrian facilities including a three stall barn, paddock, run in shed, and outdoor riding ring. Together, the 54 acres function as a true family playground, with space to entertain, ride, explore, and enjoy the property throughout the year. Three separate cottages accommodate friends and family while presenting opportunities for rental use or reimagining to suit a future owner. A detached three car garage includes an upper level suite well suited for an office, gym, studio, or additional guest space. Milton Farm's location is equally notable. Positioned near Keswick Hall and within easy reach of Charlottesville, UVA, Downtown, and I 64, it also enjoys convenient access across town to Charlottesville's western side, often in less time than many farm and estate properties located west of the city. At its new price, Milton Farm presents a difficult combination to replicate: a significant residence, 54 private and highly usable acres, multiple guest cottages, extensive recreational amenities, and exceptional proximity to Charlottesville.

Set on 102 acres just outside Charlottesville, Shack Mountain is a remarkably private estate where architectural legacy and landscape exist in quiet balance. Designed by renowned architectural historian Fiske Kimball and inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s design for Farmington, the residence reflects a rare level of intention—where proportion, symmetry, and setting are considered at every turn. Approached by a long, unassuming drive, the property opens to sweeping views and complete seclusion. The home itself is elevated yet restrained, offering a sense of permanence without excess. Light moves beautifully through the interiors, while each room maintains a quiet connection to the surrounding landscape. The acreage provides a setting that is both expansive and deeply personal—rolling land, mature trees, and a sense of calm that is increasingly difficult to find within such close proximity to town. Grand in its provenance yet intimate in experience, Shack Mountain is not simply a historic residence—it is a place to live thoughtfully, privately, and with a deep connection to both architecture and land.