Live the life of gracious southern history at Green Mansion. Built in 1903 by Captain Gaius Billups of the Merchants and Miners Line - this sprawling house and grounds exude peaceful waterfront relaxation and enjoyment. With its private cedar lined entrance, acres of privacy, cypress siding, copper gutters, high ceilings, custom trim and wainscoting, leaded glass windows, sweeping double entry foyer, curved staircase, widows walk, and fireplaces in virtually every room - its charm is undeniable. These walls can tell stories! Numerous period outbuildings - Crab Shack, Ladybug Cottage, 2 story farm cottage, smoke house, sheds await your imagination. Modern 2 story addition in early 2000's with 2+ car garage and office/bathroom/walk-in closets. Pier with covered deck in 2019. 4 LARGE rooms on main level - LR,DR,Parlor & first level BR/BA plus sprawling kitchen with a wall of windows. 6 BR/3BA on second level, one finished room on 3rd level with large walk-in attic space. The possibilities are endless!
Sold for $1,350,000 on 03/17/25
$1,350,000
4703 N River Rd, Foster, VA 23056
6beds
6,199sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
61.18 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$4,388 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 18, 2025 at 07:35am
Listed by:
Bernadette La Casse 804-384-7740,
Isabell K. Horsley Real Estate
Bought with:
Non-Member Non-Member
Non MLS Member
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2415679
Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: FP, Closet, Bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 17.5
Bedroom 2
- Description: FP
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 16.4
Bedroom 3
- Description: FP, waterside
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.6 x 16.4
Bedroom 4
- Description: FP
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 16.0
Bedroom 5
- Description: FP, waterside
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 15.10
Additional room
- Description: Butlers Pantry with sink
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.7
Additional room
- Description: Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 22.10 x 11.11
Additional room
- Description: Waterside bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 11.6
Additional room
- Description: Spacious garage w/ 3rd overhead door
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 39.0 x 27.0
Dining room
- Description: Waterside
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20.4 x 17.6
Family room
- Description: FP, waterside
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.3 x 17.6
Foyer
- Description: Grand curved staircase, double French doors
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 28.5 x 13.2
Other
- Description: Tub
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Island, waterside windows
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22.3 x 11.10
Laundry
- Description: Sink & Storage
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.9
Living room
- Description: FP, bookcases
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.6 x 15.8
Office
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 13.5
Recreation
- Description: Finished Room
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 24.5 x 11.3
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Oil, Radiant, Zoned
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Window Unit(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooking, Range, Smooth Cooktop
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Bedroom on Main Level, Butler's Pantry, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Tile Countertop, Tile Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Leaded Glass
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Attic: Partially Finished,Walk-In
- Number of fireplaces: 8
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 6,199 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,199
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Storage, Unpaved
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Lift, Dock, Out Building(s), Porch, Storage, Shed, Unpaved Driveway
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial
- Waterfront features: Dock Access, Mooring, River Access, Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Waterfront
- Body of water: North River
Lot
- Size: 61.18 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Waterfront, Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House, Cabin, Shed(s), Smoke House, Storage, Utility Building(s), Well House, Guest House, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 24A23, 23A, 23B
- Zoning description: WTF RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Plaster, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Foster
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor