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Lightview

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jones
9574 Lightview Lane
Gloucester, Virginia 23061
804-832-0454

$2,895,000

MLS #0841850 Click on any image to make it larger.
"Lightview", named for its view to the New Point Comfort Lighthouse that marks the mouth of the chesapeake Bay, has 5+/- acres which lie on the tranquil and protected Davis Creek off the North River. A daffodil and tree lined driveway a half mile long beckons visitors to the lavender and rosemary bordered lily pool at the entrance to the house. The residence, begun in the 1830s, was completely restored in the 1980s. The heat pumps, hot water tank and other systems were replaced in 2004. The inside welcomes guests to large, light-filled rooms with high ceilings. The large eat-in kitchen with fireplace leads into a spacious family room completed in 2006, also with fireplace. The kitchen includes a new Thermador gas cooktop, convection/conventional and microwave built in ovens. From the family room, guests step outside through french doors to a brick patio adjoining an idyllic pool. Gardens surround the pool, and formal gardens, clay tennis court and cement ball court with basketball hoop are nearby. With over 5,800 square feet of living space on three floors, there are six bedrooms, four full baths, two spacious living rooms and a family room, formal dining roomwet bar and a wide center hall over forty feet long. The house also featyres a square bay tower that offers office or sitting room spaces on two floors with spectacular water vistas. Everywhere there is beautiful detailing and workmanship. A covered brick porch runs the width of the house and provides the perfect spot to sit and appreciate the breathtaking view of Davis Creek and the bay beyond. The well protected dock area, with boathouse, accommodates vessels up to forty feet. Abundant marine life make for good crabbing and oyster farming right from the dock.
The buyer of the house will have first refusal on the purchase of adjacent waterfront land, carriage barn and workshop, horse barns, fenced pastures and other outbuildings on +/-75 acres. It's a magnificant setting just 50 minutes from Williamsburg and 75 minutes from Richmond.

   "Lightview" front entry.

   House facing Davis Creek.

   Fall foliage facing the water. The standing seam metal roof has been freshly repainted in the fall of 2008, after the above pictures were taken.

   View of Davis Creek from the house.

   The floating Dock can accommodate a yacht up to 40' in length. It is situated in the perfect location, well protected from the wind and waves of the bay beyond. White caps and gusty winds may be battering the boats and docks on the bay, but the boat at this dock will be barely rocking. This is a boater's paradise; easy access to the Mobjack Bay and Chesapeake Bay beyond and a safe haven in which to return.

   Foot Bridge over the creek.

   The Driveway has been planted with tens of thousands of daffodil bulbs. The blooms in spring are amazing.

   The Driveway in spring.

   Closer to the house, the Driveway is lined by magestic Yellow Pine and Cedar trees.

   The driveway culminates at a Lily Pool surrounded by Lavender and Rosemary. The water circulates through a filter to keep it clear and fresh for the goldfish. A small fountain quietly splashes in the middle.

   The Entry Hall is over 40' long with doors on either end to allow ample fresh air to flow through the house. A french mural presides overthe hallway.

   Guests enter the formal Livingroom from the main hall. It features sunny bay windows and a new, efficient gas fireplace. Built-in book shelves and cupboards line one wall.

   Just steps off the livingroom is the Wet Bar in the Solarium. It's a wonderful spot to entertain guests as well as sit quietly and read. The bar has a small refrigerator as well as an ice maker, plenty of open and enclosed glass storage.

   The front Parlor or Library is a comfortable place to be. One wall is devoted to bookshelves and cupboards.

   The formal Dining Room can be entered through the front hall as well as the kitchen. An elegant crystal chandelier hangs over the table. And a wood burning fireplace makes the room cozy and inviting.

   The Kitchen is the hub of the house, spacius and bright. It offers ample cupboard storage and open shelves too to display your favorite things. It has space for a table and chairs as well as a sitting area in front of the gas fireplace. It has a new Thermador gas five burner cooktop, a convection/conventional oven and a built-in microwave. The kitchen opens directly to the Family Room.

   Directly off the kitchen is the new Family Room, added in 2006. It's a great room for lounging or entertaining. It has a rustic brick floor and windows that open to the water view. A new, super efficient gas fireplace, regulated by a thermostat, easily keeps the space cozy during the winter months. The french doors at the far end open to the pool and gardens.

   At the top of the stairs on both the second and third floors are spaces for Offices or sitting rooms. The windows are large and the views are spectacular. It's a treat to sit and watch the otters and herons catching their meals in the creek. Being stuck on the phone on "hold" with any company is relatively painless with a view like this to absorb while waiting.

   Bay windows permit light to flood into the Master Bedroom. The bedroom, dressing room and bathroom together run the full length of the house, allowing views on three sides of the structure, from enrty to water. The bedroom has a lovely mantle over a closed fireplace. It is supplied by a gas line and may be opened for use if desired. It is an attractive feature with or without the fire. The master bath has double sinks, whirlpool tub and a separate shower stall/steam bath.

   Sitting on the Porch facing the water is an ideal place to relax or entertain. It runs the width of the house and the kitchen, front hall, and wet bar/living room all open on to it.

   Rainbow over the water. The view over the water is always changing and always beautiful.

   The gazebo sits between the formal garden and the tennis court. There is electricity and running water available at the gazebo. The formal, parterred garden is bound by mature English Boxwoods. The tennis court is clay.

   Early 1800s garden house with Japanese Maple in the fall. The roofs of all the outbuildings have been replaced in 2008 since these photographs were taken.

   Newly re-tiled pool surrounded by garden. The garden features many varieties of Roses, Azaleas, Flowering Quince and Camelias, just to name a few.

   Circa 1830 Pool House with Flowering Cherry tree and Azaleas in bloom.

   This magnificent Willow Oak tree has been here to see all of the history at "Lightview".

   Willow Oak.

   "Lightview" as seen from the water.

   Sunset over "Lightview".

   First Floor Plan.

   Second Floor Plan.

   Third Floor Plan.

   Virginia Map.

Please note: Realtors are welcome at the rate of 3%. More land and buildings available. Please call for an appointment to visit this outstanding property.

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jones II
P. O. Box 99
Ware Neck, Virginia 23178
(804) 832-0454

carriage@sover.net


	"Lightview" front entry.
	House facing Davis Creek.
	Fall foliage facing the water. The standing seam metal roof has been freshly repainted in the fall of 2008, after the above pictures were taken.
	View of Davis Creek from the house.
	The floating Dock can accommodate a yacht up to 40' in length. It is situated in the perfect location, well protected from the wind and waves of the bay beyond. White caps and gusty winds may be battering the boats and docks on the bay, but the boat at this dock will be barely rocking. This is a boater's paradise; easy access to the Mobjack Bay and Chesapeake Bay beyond and a safe haven in which to return.
	Foot Bridge over the creek.
	The Driveway has been planted with tens of thousands of daffodil bulbs. The blooms in spring are amazing.
	The Driveway in spring.
	Closer to the house, the Driveway is lined by magestic Yellow Pine and Cedar trees.
	The driveway culminates at a Lily Pool surrounded by Lavender and Rosemary. The water circulates through a filter to keep it clear and fresh for the goldfish. A small fountain quietly splashes in the middle.
	The Entry Hall is over 40' long with doors on either end to allow ample fresh air to flow through the house. A french mural presides overthe hallway.
	Guests enter the formal Livingroom from the main hall. It features sunny bay windows and a new, efficient gas fireplace. Built-in book shelves and cupboards line one wall.
	Just steps off the livingroom is the Wet Bar in the Solarium. It's a wonderful spot to entertain guests as well as sit quietly and read. The bar has a small refrigerator as well as an ice maker, plenty of open and enclosed glass storage.
	The front Parlor or Library is a comfortable place to be. One wall is devoted to bookshelves and cupboards.
	The formal Dining Room can be entered through the front hall as well as the kitchen. An elegant crystal chandelier hangs over the table. And a wood burning fireplace makes the room cozy and inviting.
	The Kitchen is the hub of the house, spacius and bright. It offers ample cupboard storage and open shelves too to display your favorite things. It has space for a table and chairs as well as a sitting area in front of the gas fireplace. It has a new Thermador gas five burner cooktop, a convection/conventional oven and a built-in microwave. The kitchen opens directly to the Family Room.
	Directly off the kitchen is the new Family Room, added in 2006. It's a great room for lounging or entertaining. It has a rustic brick floor and windows that open to the water view. A new, super efficient gas fireplace, regulated by a thermostat, easily keeps the space cozy during the winter months. The french doors at the far end open to the pool and gardens.
	At the top of the stairs on both the second and third floors are spaces for Offices or sitting rooms. The windows are large and the views are spectacular. It's a treat to sit and watch the otters and herons catching their meals in the creek. Being stuck on the phone on "hold" with any company is relatively painless with a view like this to absorb while waiting.
	Bay windows permit light to flood into the Master Bedroom. The bedroom, dressing room and bathroom together run the full length of the house, allowing views on three sides of the structure, from enrty to water. The bedroom has a lovely mantle over a closed fireplace. It is supplied by a gas line and may be opened for use if desired. It is an attractive feature with or without the fire. The master bath has double sinks, whirlpool tub and a separate shower stall/steam bath.
	Sitting on the Porch facing the water is an ideal place to relax or entertain. It runs the width of the house and the kitchen, front hall, and wet bar/living room all open on to it.
	Rainbow over the water. The view over the water is always changing and always beautiful.
	The gazebo sits between the formal garden and the tennis court. There is electricity and running water available at the gazebo. The formal, parterred garden is bound by mature English Boxwoods. The tennis court is clay.
	Early 1800s garden house with Japanese Maple in the fall. The roofs of all the outbuildings have been replaced in 2008 since these photographs were taken.
	Newly re-tiled pool surrounded by garden. The garden features many varieties of Roses, Azaleas, Flowering Quince and Camelias, just to name a few.
	Circa 1830 Pool House with Flowering Cherry tree and Azaleas in bloom.
	This magnificent Willow Oak tree has been here to see all of the history at "Lightview".
	Willow Oak.
	"Lightview" as seen from the water.
	Sunset over "Lightview".
	First Floor Plan.
	Second Floor Plan.
	Third Floor Plan.
	Virginia Map.
	Please note: Realtors are welcome at the rate of 3%. More land and buildings available. Please call for an appointment to visit this outstanding property.