21846 TRAPPE RD Upperville, VA 20184
11 Beds
13 Baths
17,000 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 17,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,164
Subdivision Upperville
MLS Listing ID VALO2111024
Style Colonial,Federal,Manor
Bedrooms 11
Full Baths 9
Half Baths 4
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 17,000
Year Built 1912
Annual Tax Amount $48,432
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 571.000 Acres
Acres 571.0
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The manor house, completed in 1912, stands as the estate's architectural anchor. Constructed of fieldstone quarried from the property, its four-foot-thick walls and steel-reinforced structure were bold innovations in their day. The residence carried the rare distinction of offering electricity, indoor plumbing, and central heating at a time when such comforts were little more than distant ideas for most of the country. More than a century later, its original cypress windows, beams, and intricate masonry speak to a standard of craftsmanship that endures with remarkable clarity.
In recent years, the home has undergone a careful and comprehensive restoration, bringing modern performance and convenience to its historic framework. Its 17,000-square-foot interiors have been methodically rewired and re-plumbed, outfitted with three-phase power, central air, underground utilities, and a sophisticated security and communication system. Twelve restored fireplaces, finely calibrated lighting, locally crafted cabinetry, and an English conservatory designed by Glass Houses of England reflect a discerning approach to preservation. The materials, textures, and architectural details that define the residence create an atmosphere of quiet grandeur, grounded in authenticity rather than overt opulence.
Ayrshire Farm's influence extends far beyond the manor. The property became the first in Virginia to achieve both Certified Humane and USDA Certified Organic status, marking a defining moment in the state's agricultural landscape. Its fields, orchards, and pastures continue to support working organic operations, helping shape regional standards for sustainable and ethical farming. This commitment to the land is not ornamental; it is foundational to the estate's identity.
The natural setting surrounding the home is as compelling as its history. Upperville's storied equestrian traditions blanket the landscape with a quiet sophistication unique to the Virginia Piedmont. Located just 65 miles from the heart of Washington, DC, and 35 miles from Dulles International Airport, Ayrshire offers a sense of escape without isolation. The charming village of Middleburg, with its boutiques, cafés, and equestrian heritage, lies only a short drive away, placing everyday conveniences and refined country life within effortless reach. To the west, the ridgelines of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the expanse of Shenandoah National Park form a dramatic horizon.
Artists and filmmakers have long been drawn to this terrain, captivated by its pastoral simplicity and sense of permanence. Alfred Hitchcock's Topaz was among the works filmed on the estate, a testament to the property's cinematic presence.
Today, Ayrshire Farm stands as one of the region's most significant estate holdings, a rare convergence of architectural provenance, ecological leadership, and natural beauty. It is a property defined not only by its past, but by the clarity of its vision. In an area known for remarkable estates, Ayrshire remains singular, offering a balance of history, purpose, and place that feels both beautifully rooted and unmistakably relevant.
Location
State VA
County Loudoun
Zoning SEE ZONING WEBSITE
Rooms
Basement Partially Finished
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplaces Number 9
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Garage N
Building
Story 4
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Above Ground Finished SqFt 17000
Sewer Septic Exists
Water Well
Architectural Style Colonial, Federal, Manor
Level or Stories 4
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Loudoun County Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 671366734000
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 17000
Special Listing Condition Standard
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