Historic Quail Creek Farm

Farm Description

Berkeley County, West Virginia

Valuable Real Estate Auction

Historic Quail Creek Farm

Manor House and 54 Acres

Friday, June 14, 2013 • 2:00 PM - Sold on Site

Property Previews:

Saturdays, June 1 and June 8 from 2 PM to 5 PM and June 14, Day of Sale from 10 AM to 1 PM.

Will Sell with a Minimum Bid of Creek Farm is a rare and unique historic property offering an exceptionally beautiful and private rural setting near the Potomac River and only 1 ½ hours from our nation's capital. The farm complex offers multiple structures with over 21,000 square feet of heated living space. Additionally, the 54± acre estate farm complex is located only minutes from Interstate 81, Martinsburg, West Virginia and Winchester, Virginia.

Quail Creek Farm boasts a truly grand manor house with 13,000 square feet of heated living space, an in-ground pool and pool house, stables and riding ring, two guest cottages, a large bank barn with 5,400± square feet of heated finished space suitable for entertaining large groups, a large pond, a private deeded access to the Potomac River boat slips and many more amenities all on 54± beautiful acres.

Quail Creek farm was created in 1986 by Mr. Edwin Dodd who was CEO and president of Owens-Illinois Inc. Mr. Dodd's vision for Quail Creek Farm resulted in a one of a kind country estate surrounded by an exceptionally beautiful pastoral setting.

Manor House

On approaching the manor house one can only be impressed with this stately structure and its surrounding grounds. As you enter the home the quality of construction and attention to detail are immediately obvious. The original home was constructed in the 1850's. In 1986, a modern addition that replicates the historic features of the original home was added. This home has over 13,000± square feet of heated living space featuring 10 bedrooms, 11 full baths, 4 half baths, sauna, elevator, 3 kitchens, dining areas, libraries, 10 working fireplaces and many more features too numerous to mention. Currently used as corporate office space, the home is well suited for a private residence, corporate center, retreat facility, lodge, equestrian center or a variety of other potential uses. As a business center, the home and surrounding structures feature Cat-6 wiring for extensive data control.

Pool and Pool House

A lovely in-ground pool and 1,200± SF pool house is located convenient to the main house. The pool house in made of native stone and features a great room with a small kitchen, a stone fireplace and a vaulted ceiling. In addition there are two bedrooms, two full baths and a sauna.

The Barn

This large bank barn was renovated in 1986. The lower level of the barn has 5,400± SF of heated finished space offering a large area for entertaining. In addition there are two bathrooms and storage rooms. A small office and bathroom is also located on the lower level. The upper level of the barn is open and offers a variety of potential uses. A small apartment is located on the upper level featuring a kitchen, bath and bedroom.

The Pheasant House

The Pheasant House sits neatly in a quiet and secluded area of the farm and is convenient to the riding stables. This 1,000± SF guest cottage features a living area, kitchen, dining area, two baths and two bedrooms.

The Stables

A well-appointed six stall horse stable is located on a hill overlooking the farm. In addition to the horse stalls, there is a work area, office and bathroom facilities. Complementing the stables are riding areas in both the front and rear of the building making this a very complete equestrian facility.

Stone Cottage

This small attractive stone cottage is located a few steps from the main house offering a unique guest quarters. It features 400± SF of living space with a living area, kitchen, bath and loft sleeping area along with a screened sitting porch.

The Potomac River

The estate has access to the boat launch and boat slip area of The Crossings Development which is directly adjacent to the estate. From here there are 9 miles of navigable deep water on a beautiful stretch of the Potomac River. Directly across the river is the historic C&O Canal.