5 Virginia Estates from Blue Ridge Grandeur to Historic Ghent Charm

From its elevated setting at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, White Hall Estate unfolds as a rare Virginia wine-country holding just 14 miles from Charlottesville. The offering is presented through four distinct acquisition paths, ranging from the complete 212+ acre estate to individual tracts. At its heart is a custom-built stone manor home (1992) with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, arranged in an inviting traditional floor plan with expansive rooms across three levels. A rear terrace overlooks a pool, pond, and a gorgeously landscaped backyard, while a charming historic tobacco barn marks the entrance. For those drawn to viticulture and gathering, the 12,600+ sq ft winery building is equipped for both production and events, complemented by approximately 48 acres of established estate vineyards within the Monticello AVA. Life here is defined by open horizons, timeless materials, and daily mountain views.

Overlooking Beechwood Park in Ghent, the Fergus Reid House—among the neighborhood’s earliest residences—pairs storied past with carefully considered updates. Stone construction and architectural details read like sculpture, while the interior balances historic character with modern comfort. The main floor retains its original library and adds a butler’s pantry, wet bar, custom wine fridge, and a sunporch for unhurried mornings. A professional-chef-designed kitchen anchors daily life with a stainless steel Viking range, two dishwashers, and warming drawers. Upstairs, the primary suite is arranged as a private retreat, complete with sitting room, soaking tub, rain shower, two closets, and a balcony. Three fireplaces have been converted to gas, and practical upgrades include restored windows, updated mechanicals, a newer roof, whole-house generator, and water softener and filtration systems—all wrapped in landscaped grounds with irrigation and bluestone walkways.

Set on 9+ acres in the rolling foothills of Battle Mountain, Lac Clair pairs a modern farmhouse with a landscape designed for unhurried days. Here, water and woodland shape the experience: spring-fed ponds and a saltwater pool sit alongside sweeping lawns, flowering dogwoods, and curated trails that wind through an enchanting forest. The setting feels intentionally serene, inviting slow mornings outdoors and long, quiet walks under the trees, with nature as a constant backdrop. Described as refined country living with a modern resort-style twist, the estate balances architecture and open space in a way that encourages both retreat and recreation. In Amissville, in Virginia’s Piedmont, it remains an easy 1.5 hours to DC—close enough for city ties, yet firmly rooted in calm.

Along the water’s edge in Stoney Creek at Wintergreen Resort, this custom-built residence unfolds with a dramatic two-story foyer and soaring ceilings that set an immediately expansive tone. Volumes of glass draw abundant light through the interiors, framing views across the Reese Jones–designed Golf Course as golfers drift by. A chef’s kitchen anchors daily life, while a striking bar makes evenings feel effortless. For entertaining, a spacious covered patio with an outdoor kitchen extends the home outdoors. When it’s time to unwind, settle into the great room or slip away to the billiard room for a quiet game. The primary bedroom is designed as a true retreat, complemented by his-and-her primary baths. With Lake Monocan and the Stoney Creek Clubhouse within walking distance, days here feel naturally connected to resort living.

Set on 10 open, level acres in Ruckersville, this horse-ready retreat pairs modern log-home character with wide, sweeping mountain views. Built in 2013, the main residence is anchored by a light-filled great room with cathedral ceilings and walls of windows that draw the landscape in and frame the home’s rear outlook. Three bedrooms and three baths are complemented by generous room sizes and a sense of quality craftsmanship throughout. For added flexibility, a detached guest cottage built in 2018 introduces a fourth bedroom and bath—well suited for hosting visitors or creating rental income. Outdoors, the fenced pasture and run-in shed keep the equestrian lifestyle close at hand, with open land that invites unhurried mornings and long views at day’s end.