Welcome to the Historically Recognized "Deep Creek Plantation" circa 1755, restored in 1965, formerly the residence of Virginia's 33rd Governor - Henry A Wise. This stately colonial home situated on 60 acres, boasts nearly 1,500ft of shoreline with direct access to the Chesapeake Bay. Featuring an abundance of wildlife including resident peacocks, a majority of cleared land maintained by lease to local farmers. Entering the private oyster shell drive there is a separate ranch home, and a smaller cottage that could be used for rental income or additional guest suites. Storage space abounds with detached garage and a dozen 'potato sheds'. Original hardwood floors, mature landscaping, screen porched, large pond, additional feature sheet avail. Experience all of tranquility and serenity.
Sold for $900,000 on 12/20/23
$900,000
18510 Governors Dr, Onancock, VA 23417
3beds
3,000sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1755
-- sqft lot
$940,100 Zestimate®
$300/sqft
$3,214 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2025 at 08:23pm
Listed by:
Kris Weaver 757-340-5555,
ATLANTIC SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with:
Montaigne H. Cree, 0225045047
BLUE HERON REALTY CO.
Source: Eastern Shore AOR,MLS#: 59425

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,000
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage, Natural Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: Deep Creek
Lot
- Dimensions: 2,635,380
- Features: 50 acres +/-
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 07500A000003300
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- 100 yrs +/-
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1755
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Onancock
Services availability

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