For homebuyers seeking an estate that's historical and has a special status and lots of land, an agent has an estate in Western Loudoun County, Virginia, for them to consider.
In 1741, a pioneering farmer built the sprawling estate known as Wheatland Farm in Western Loudoun County, Virginia. Forty-five years later, the property hosted George Washington for a short stay.
More recently, it was recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation as a Center of Excellence.
Now, the historic property is seeking its next owner.
The 43-acre Wheatland Farm property boasts a total of seven buildings and world-renowned equestrian facilities, according to a listing on Homes.com. It’s on the market for $11.5 million.
“There’s so much that makes this property special,” said listing agent Jeremy Dalpiaz of The Legato Group at Douglas Elliman in an interview. “Even with its historical significance it has modern amenities and it has been made into this really truly world-class equestrian facility.”
The farm’s main house is nearly 8,000 square feet and has six bedrooms and six bathrooms. There’s also a four-bedroom guest house dating to 1800 and a one-bedroom guest cottage. Its equestrian facilities include an indoor riding arena, an outdoor riding arena and two barns with a combined total of more than 25 horse stalls.
Other amenities include a fully stocked pond, a heated saltwater pool and a boathouse.
Big buyers pool
Dalpiaz said the combination of amenities and historical significance makes the property suitable for two types of buyers. It will appeal to someone interested in equestrian sports who will utilize the property’s facilities or a history buff who can lease the facilities for monthly income, he said.
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Wheatland Farm could also be a good fit for an international homebuyer, according to Dalpiaz, given its proximity to Dulles International Airport about 50 minutes away by car.
“It could be somebody that's bringing horses in to sell them here domestically," he said. "It could be somebody that is training horses. It could be a stud farm. It could be any multitude of uses.
"Our buyer pool is quite large.”
And for that population of prospects, Wheatland Farm might actually present the opportunity to get a deal despite its hefty price tag, according to Dalpiaz.
“You would not be able to purchase a piece of land in Loudoun County and build these facilities for $11.5 million,” he said.
All told, Dalpiaz said the farm offers its next owner a rural retreat that facilitates accessibility to the bustling Washington, D.C. metropolitan and desirable Loudoun County area.
“It is hard to convey the beauty of the property through photos and videos,” he said. “It's one thing to see those. It truly is another to step foot under the property and experience at first hand.”
Sam Fisher of On The Market Properties is the co-listing agent for Wheatland Farm.
