18339 Railroad St, Bluemont, VA 20135

Lovingly restored Victorian in the Village of Bluemont! This venerable home was built in 1904 for Edward E. Lake, next door to the E.E. Lake General Store and Post Office. The charming wrap porch welcomes visitors with its carefully preserved cutout railings and decorative corbels. Step up to the original front door and ring the brass bell! Upon entering the foyer, you~ll be greeted by the original oak staircase, with Victorian style rounded bottom stairs supporting a large handsome newel post and rich oak paneling. The original woodwork enhancing the interior doorways and tall period rope pulley windows has been respectfully repaired with custom millwork. Gorgeous hardwood floors are found throughout the main and upper levels. Upstairs you'll find three roomy bedrooms all with generous closets, a walk-in linen closet, and stairs leading to the huge, floored walk-up attic. The master bedroom has an en suite bath with his and her closets. The hall bathroom has a shower and old claw foot soaking tub. A modern bedroom in the rear has vaulted ceilings, bay window and custom cedar bench seat overlooking the back lawn.The two front parlors can be used alternatively as a family room, den or study. The north parlor has a charming wood stove resting on a custom-made marble hearth. The south parlor is a bright room with large windows looking through the porch to the landscaped yard. The ample dining room has original wainscoting, a large closet, and is two steps away from the full down stairs bath. The kitchen was remodeled to include quartz counter tops, French terracotta floor, and updated appliances. The laundry/utility room tucked out of sight in the rear of the house also provides convenient access to the back portico and yard. Outside the kitchen, the flat-stone patio is the perfect location to enjoy a mountain sunset while overlooking the large yard with its perennial gardens and flowering trees. Two sheds on the property provide ample space for gardening or equipment storage.Many original details and fixtures remain and marry well with modern updates. Completely modern plumbing and electrical throughout, three full baths, high efficiency dual-fuel central heat/air, storm windows, high efficiency washer dryer and large closets have been added for comfortable living.Bluemont has become a desirable Loudoun County destination for those seeking quaint village living. The Snickersville Store, Loudoun County Community Center in Historic Bluemont School, the Village Montessori School and many other old shops and homes provide services and neighbors within walking distance. Bluemont is home to some of Virginia's finest wineries, breweries and the local agricultural farms that offer family friendly tours and fun. The village has easy access to Route 7 and a quick trip to points East or West. Welcome home to Bluemont!