Bookcase Conceals Secret Room + 280-Year-Old Farmhouse On 6 Acres: VA Dream Homes

VIRGINIA — Every home has its own special touches. This week, Patch featured several homes with features and amenities that help them stand out from the crowd.

In Spotsylvania, one home for sale includes a hidden bedroom behind a bookcase. The property also has a home theater, a gym with a basketball hoop, and a wine cellar.

Another notable home is now on the market in Leesburg. The 280-year-old farmhouse was renovated in the 1950s and is ready for its next generation of owners.

Patch has put together a collection of beautiful homes on the market in Northern Virginia and Fredericksburg. You can find photo galleries of properties in the listings linked in each article.

$1.75M Spotsylvania Estate Includes Hidden Bedroom Behind A Bookcase

A spacious home for sale in Spotsylvania County includes an array of features like a wine cellar, a home gym, and a bedroom that is hidden behind a secret bookcase. The property is overflowing with amenities on each of its levels. The house has a laundry room on every floor. A home theater in the basement has a wet bar, a built-in sound system, and a microwave.

280-Year-Old Leesburg Farmhouse Includes Pond, 6 Acres, Spacious Porch

A piece of history is now up for sale in Leesburg. The 280-year-old Shenstone Manor House is available for purchase. The farmhouse includes a charming kitchen, a family room with a fireplace, and a study with built-in bookshelves. The house also has its original winding staircase.

Energy-Efficient Craftsman Home In Arlington On Market For $2.4M

This stunning modern craftsman in Arlington is nationally recognized for its design and construction techniques that meet rigorous standards for hyper energy efficiency. Sitting on a picturesque 18,720-square-foot lot — nearly a 1/2 acre — with private, tree-house views of Donaldson Run Park, the property includes a 2-car garage and is centrally located in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods of North Arlington. Custom designed by Kaplan Thompson and built by MetroGreen, an Arlington Green Home Choice Builder, the team created a space that takes your breath away.

1840 Home In Old Town Alexandria Offers Step Back In Time

You'll take a step back in time at this 1840 home in Old Town Alexandria's southeast quadrant. This two-bedroom home is three blocks from the waterfront and one block from King Street. The interior stays true to the Old Town feel with period details, crown moldings, a 16-candle candelabra, original front door, antique light fixtures and more.

McLean Home Listed For $2.8M Features Elevator For Added Convenience

This stunning home in McLean has the unique combination of convenient location, quality construction and classic design. Situated in a gated community of understated elegance, it is one of only five Monticellos, the largest floor plan in Evans Farm at more than 8,300 finished square feet, and is in a prime location on a quiet court. The stone exterior opens to a foyer that showcases 10-foot ceilings, deep crown molding, hardwood floors throughout and an elevator for added convenience.

Elegance Showcased In Colonial-Style Home In Bucknell Manor

From the circular driveway to the classic charm inside, this Bucknell Manor home will impress the next owners. With five bedrooms and three levels, there's lots of room for bedroom space and offices. Hardwood floors are found on the main and upper level and vinyl flooring on the lower level. The eat-in kitchen offers extra dining space as well as the deck and patio on warmer days.

Dream House: 3-Level Condo Boasts Cathedral Ceilings In The Bedrooms

The luxurious 3-level condo located at 13046 Cabin Creek Road features 2 bedrooms, 1 car garage, and a private balcony overlooking a walking path. The condo boasts brand new carpet, 9 ft ceilings on the main level and cathedral ceilings in the bedrooms, and an open and bright floorplan, perfect for entertaining.

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