Graycliff Hall is a magnificent, elegant CUSTOM RIVERFRONT13,545+ SQ. FT HOME, RETREAT CENTER in the style of a 15th Century Tuscan Costello. Sited on 13+ acres on the end of a long wooded driveway, the estate features Magnificent 180 degree Potomac River Views! It has 350 ft. of Potomac River front , the house is sited overlooking the river . This private retreat complex includes the large primary retreat house, a smaller guest cottage and gate house with apartment for guests or managers. It is being sold FULLY FURNISHED! MAIN HOUSE, features grand terrace overlooking the Potomac (views protected by Federal Park, C & O Canal on opposite side of the river), The 1st floor is mostly open space with large elegant areas and rooms. An elevator serves all three levels. Highlights include a wonderful huge fireplace area with large couches and a big formal dining area. Also a separate owners suite with kitchenette and office,a commercial grade gourmet kitchen, library and office. There is also a very large screened porch + huge decks with great river views. The second level has a large conference room and wet bar, 10 guest bedrooms all have balconies, 5 with river views. 6 full baths and 4 half bath. The Lower level is largely finished as a recreational area with a 24 seat theater room, 2nd office, open fitness area, temperature controlled wine room,open game room with full sized bocce court, pool table and video games, an open conference area with conversation pit. Also a covered parking area on the lower level. Multiple additional outbuildings, including a gatehouse with apartment and workshop, a greenhouse, 2 bedroom guest house along the edge of a large landscaped, stocked pond (decorative bridge provides access across a spillway for the pond- great aesthetic appeal) , a maintenance shop with storage loft, a warehouse and a gazebo overlooking the Potomac. A canoe, kayaks and a pontoon boat convey along with golf carts, mowers and extensive equipment and tools Sales includes one year membership to Cress Creek Country Club. Graycliff is presently used as a family residence and corporate retreat center; it serves as a perfect place to live and entertain family and friends; a "retirement home to tempt the kids" with its outdoorsy, sporting lifestyle . Your own private resort! It certainly will impress your business associates as they land on the Helipad that is included on the property. It provides a place where friends, families and business associates could feel comfortable in a beautiful natural environment, where kids could feel comfortable bringing their friends and their own families. Perfect for a business residence. No matter the use, we guarantee that you will love the natural beauty, privacy and the quiet atmosphere of this grand property. As John Burrows once wrote, "I GO TO NATURE TO BE SOOTHED, AND HEALED, AND HAVE MY SENSES PUT IN ORDER." Graycliff Hall is located within the Shepherds Cove residential community; a gated community with premium amenities, including miles of walking trails, and a community recreational area which fronts the Potomac River and includes a community boat storage area. The town of Shepherdstown is historic in nature, boasts small town charm, contains a vibrant downtown area with a wide variety of restaurants and shops. Shepherdstown is the home of Shepherd University. Shepherdstown is approximately 1 1/2 hours driving time from Baltimore and Washington DC. For travel by air there is an Eastern West Virginia Regional Airport, easy access to Dulles International Airport ( IAD) , Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) National Airport ( DCA), and Washington County Airport (HRG). The station for Amtrak, and MARC Commuter trains to Washington Union Station is within 20 minutes from the property. Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your business. Can be used as a corporate retreat center.
Sold for $4,000,000 on 09/13/24
$4,000,000
200 Meander Way, Shepherdstown, WV 25443
11beds
13,545sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
13.5 Acres Lot
$4,221,300 Zestimate®
$295/sqft
$1,277 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 26, 2025 at 09:01pm
Listed by:
Carolyn Snyder 304-283-1537,
Snyder Bailey & Associates
Bought with:
Carolyn Snyder, WV0001251
Snyder Bailey & Associates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: WVBE2007690

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 14
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 6
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 90.0
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Central, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Zoned, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Heat Pump, Multi Units, Exhaust Fan, Whole House Fan, Whole House Supply Ventilation, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Range, Trash Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dual Flush Toilets, Energy Efficient Appliances, Freezer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Indoor Grill, Intercom, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Dispenser, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Water Treat System
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Hookup, Laundry Chute
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Butlers Pantry, Additional Stairway, Attic, Attic/House Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dining Area, Elevator, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Flat, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchenette, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Store/Office, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar, Wine Storage, Other, Built-in Features, Entry Level Bedroom, Pantry, Beamed Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Wood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Doors: Double Entry
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient, Green House, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Screens
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Finished,Garage Access,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rear Entrance,Side Entrance,Walk-Out Access,Water Proofing System,Workshop,Other,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Screen, Stone, Brick, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 13,545
- Total interior livable area: 13,545 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 13,545
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 23
- Parking features: Storage, Covered, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Asphalt, Lighted, Under Home Parking, Circular Driveway, Free, Handicap Parking, Driveway, Paved, Private, Garage, Parking Lot
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Roll-in Shower, Other Bath Mod, Grip-Accessible Features, Accessible Entrance, Entry Slope <1', Accessible Elevator Installed, Doors - Swing In, Doors - Lever Handle(s), Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls, Accessible Hallway(s), 2+ Access Exits, Low Pile Carpeting, Mobility Improvements
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened, Terrace, Porch
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Sport Court, Sidewalks, Barbecue, Boat Storage, Bump-outs, Lighting, Flood Lights, Play Equipment, Satellite Dish, Storage, Street Lights, Water Fountains, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Scenic Vista, Panoramic, Pond, Water, Creek/Stream, Park/Greenbelt
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Pond,Water,Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Fishing Allowed, Boat - Powered, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Swimming Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard, Canoe/Kayak, River
- Body of water: Potomac
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 350
Lot
- Size: 13.50 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Private, Pond, Backs to Trees, Front Yard, No Thru Street, Stream/Creek, Vegetation Planting, Other, Backs - Open Common Area, Backs - Parkland, Wooded, Subdivision Possible, Near National Park, Limestone/Shale, Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0809000300000000
- Zoning: NONE
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: See Remarks, Some, Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin/Lodge,Manor,Mediterranean,Spanish,Villa
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry, Batts Insulation, Combination, Concrete, CPVC/PVC, Dryvit, Frame, Glass, Mixed Plumbing, Stick Built, Stucco
- Foundation: Stone, Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Details
- Builder model: CUSTOM DESIGNED BY ARCHITECT
- Builder name: EMPIRE CONSTRUCTION
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 120/240V, Generator
- Sewer: Community Septic Tank, Pressure Dose, Lateral/Tap on Site
- Water: Well, Private
- Utilities for property: Multiple Phone Lines, Electricity Available, Phone Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available, DSL, Satellite Internet Service, Other Internet Service
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Main Entrance Lock, Resident Manager, Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Escape
Location
- Region: Shepherdstown
- Subdivision: Shepherds Cove
- Municipality: Opequon District
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $611 quarterly
- Amenities included: Common Grounds, Storage, Jogging Path, Other, Boat Dock/Slip, Gated, Mooring Area, Putting Green, Golf Course Membership Available, Marina/Marina Club
- Services included: Road Maintenance, Other, Snow Removal, Common Area Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Insurance
- Association name: SHEPHERDS COVE
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top