2573 Zulla Rd, The Plains, VA 20198

The handsome estate of Cloverwood encompasses 78 Acres, with frontage on both Zulla Road and Burrland Road. This is beautiful land which features large stands of professionally managed mature trees, the 4-acre Sherwood Lake, and board fenced paddocks and fields. In addition to the elegant manor house with a 20 x 40 pool, there is a guest house, 2 tenant houses, and 2 stables with a total of 26 stalls. Located within the prestigious Orange County Hunt territory, this property is also protected by an Open Space Easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. Sited to enjoy privacy and expansive views, the one-level manor house is built of stone with a Buckingham Slate roof, and features a large, covered, stone terrace on the back of the home. Originally built in 1946 by Master Builder W.J. Hanback, the manor home underwent a major renovation, designed by Tommy Beach in the 1980s, and in 2015, a stunning kitchen renovation. From the front, one enters the spacious foyer which then opens into the elegant living room adorned with beautiful moldings, deep set windows, a wood burning fireplace, and a bowed wall of windows and French doors which open to the covered terrace. This terrace is extraordinary and enjoys an eastern exposure and protection from the elements, providing beautiful 3 season living and dining space. Returning to the living room, arched doorways lead to the other living areas of the home. To the right, one has access to the wet bar, library and 2 bedroom suites. To the left, the doorways open into the dining room and the gourmet kitchen. The banquet-sized dining room features a wall of windows and atrium doors that open to the terrace. The stunning kitchen features wonderful workspace, granite countertops, an abundance of cabinets, and gourmet appliances including a Wolf 6 burner gas cooktop, Miele double ovens and warming oven, and Subzero Refrigerator and Freezer. The bay window with built-in seating creates an inviting breakfast nook, made even more inviting bathed in the afternoon sunlight. Beyond the kitchen and dining room, one has access to the guest suite, laundry and butlers pantry/mudroom with direct access to the 2-car garage and storage. To the right of the living room, a hallway leads past a powder room and then to the primary bedroom suite and the second bedroom with full bath. The primary suite features a wood burning fireplace, beautiful built-in cabinetry, a wall of closets, and 2 separate baths. Between the bedroom hall and the living room is the charming library,  bath, and wet bar with ice maker. The library with heart pine cabinetry and shelving features a lovely bay window with window seat, a wood burning fireplace, and direct access to the back terrace. Cloverwood is a gracious estate which encompasses quiet elegance and privacy. Located just minutes from historic Middleburg, this location affords easy access to Dulles International Airport and Washington, D.C. Note: Pool cover sold in "as is" condition Accessory dwellings and structures: Zulla Road Access: Guest House: Just beyond the main home, a one-bedroom, 1 bath home offers wonderful privacy for your guest and features a living room with beautiful pond views, kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bath Tenant House: Accessed from Zulla Road and tucked into the woods is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with living/dining room, kitchen and 1 car garage. Stable with 14 stalls, 2 wash stalls, tack room, office and 2 bays for equipment Fenced fields: Outdoor riding arena Run-in sheds: Burrland Road Access: Tenant House with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath Stable with 12 stalls  Listing provided by: Thomas and Talbot