1116 Washington Ave, South Boston, VA 24592 - For Sale

SOUTHERN COMFORT Experience small town living in in a neighborhood where children play outdoors & the ice cream truck is a frequent visitor. This fully restored 1892 Queen Anne Victorian located in South Boston, VA (population 8,000) is within walking distance of the downtown library, post office, churches, banks, farmer's market, The Prizery Arts Center & the award winning Bistro 1888 restaurant. The home is nestled among stately magnolia trees, boasts 11 ft. ceilings, original floors & woodwork, 4 or 5 bedrooms, four full baths, three screened-in porches, 2 spacious slate decks, a very large eat-in-kitchen, 9 fireplaces, a large living room, dining room, music room, sunroom, den, office, a spacious sunlit laundry room & has 3 heating/AC zones. This perfect home for family and friends is comfortable and peaceful- a great getaway from big-city life. Should you seek a little excitement, the area is home to 12 wineries, Virginia International Raceway, Buggs Island Lake, two state parks and opportunities for hunting, fishing, boating and horseback riding. Located near two fine prep schools, and home to historic Berry Hill Resort and Conference Center, the location is easily accessible to Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill NC & a two hour drive to Charlottesville, VA and horse country. The William M. Tuck Airport (named after the former governor of Virginia and South Boston Resident) is located only ten minutes away. Reliable limousine service is available. Lot 90 x 295 DB436/381. 5,620 SQFT,