15570 SECOND STREET, WATERFORD, VA 20197

$1,525,000

Welcome to Sunnyside. Located within the Village of Waterford, a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1848 by John Dutton and the location where the Waterford News was written during the Civil War. The Waterford News was smuggled out of Waterford to Baltimore where it was published. At least one of… Read More these publications is in the Library of Congress as part of President Abraham Lincoln's papers. Historic charm meets modern convenience, from the gourmet eat in kitchen to the luxurious master bathroom, no detail was overlooked upon its careful restoration. Offering 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths with main level living, Sunnyside underwent a complete restoration concluding in 2025, by local Historic Restoration experts, Carpenter Beach Construction. Walk in the side entrance and be welcomed to a large gourmet kitchen with immense island. Luxury level Wolf duel fuel range and Viking refrigerator are any chefs dream. All new shaker style cabinetry and leathered quartzite countertops will make this room the center piece for family gatherings. A side mudroom area is perfect for coat and shoe storage. Continue to the historic part of the home with an oversized living/dining area with built ins ready for a personal library collection and wood burning chimney to create a cozy environment. Large sunken home office is set up with multiple work stations for the working professional or completing schoolwork. Move to the main level master bedroom/bathroom with walk in his and hers closets. Step into the master bathroom with a large custom marble walk in shower with dual shower heads and detachable wand. A slipper soaking tub sits under a historic picturesque window with a view of the village. Stand in front of the double vanity with warmth on your feet, as the heated tile floor makes getting ready a joy. Move up the original restored staircase and find hallways to three more bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Another large custom bathroom with tub and dual vanity serve all the secondary bedrooms. Move to the basement and be welcomed into the rec room with another fireplace set up for a wood or pellet stove. Full bathroom in the basement can serve a potential 5th bedroom if desired. Upgraded 400Amp Square D electric service serves the entire home with lots of room for expansion. Dual fuel high efficiency heat pump with propane back up serves the main level and basement heating and cooling. Brand new second zone high efficiency heat pump serves the upper level. Each heat pump has several zones to manage climate independently throughout the home. Brand new State water heater, new sewage ejector pit, sump pump, well pressure tanks with filter have all been installed with new plumbing work. Historic windows have all be careful restored with new glazing. Other exterior features include a new standing seam metal roof on the front gable, complete rebuilt front porch with composite flooring, custom made Sapele stair treads and railings. The entire exterior has been gone through with a fine tooth comb, all rotted wood siding and trim replaced per Department of Interior standards, and painted from top to bottom. The rear half of the home has new Marvin clad windows and fiberglass doors. All new half round gutters and full round downspouts. The 0.72 acre property features a carriage house, historic well and ice house all protected by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Carriage house garages one car, with adjacent main level shop or storage, walk up the brand new stair case to a 500 square foot space with electric ready for a guest suite or other finished living space. The complete structure was rebuilt wall by wall with German lap wood siding, brand new metal roof, wood window sash, and new 100 AMP electric sub panel. Enjoy outdoor living with large new brick masonry patio and field stone retaining wall. Sunnyside is a true one of kind property with unique historic appeal. Don't miss the opportunity to tour this gem in Historic Waterford. Read Less

Courtesy of Ben Carpenter, Real Broker, LLC [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 4, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

3,443

Lot Size

0.72 Acres

Year Built

1848

MLS Number

VALO2090668

30 Days Snapshot Of 20197

$1,245k

(avg) sold price

(avg) days on market

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Property Access

Road Frontage Length: 100, Road Responsibility: Private, Gravel

Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Six Burner Stove, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater, Freezer

Basement

Improved, Walkout Level, Interior Access, Heated, Sump Pump, Windows, Walkout Stairs

Building

3,443 sqft living area, 2,938 sqft above grade (finished), 505 sqft below grade (finished), 175 sqft below grade (unfinished), Built in 1848, Major renovation in 2025, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls, 3 floors in unit, 3 levels in building, 3 levels, Cape Cod, Wood Siding, Brick, Stone, Brick Veneer

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Doors

French

Accessibility Features

2+ Access Exits

Exterior Features

Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Secure Storage

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Wood

Floors

Solid Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Foundation

Stone, Brick/Mortar, Block

Garage

1 garage space

Heating

Electric, Propane - Owned, Heat Pump(s), Heat Pump - Gas BackUp

Interior Features

Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Butlers Pantry, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Laundry Chute, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Upgraded Countertops, Store/Office, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Breakfast Area

Laundry

Main Floor

Lot

31,363 sqft, 0.72 acres, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Sloping

Energy Saving

Construction, HVAC

Parking

Crushed Stone

Property

Historic, Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Brick, Patio(s), Porch(es), View: Panoramic, Valley, Trees/Woods

Roof

Metal

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax: $4,869, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $4,869, Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Electric Avg / Month: 300.0, Electric Prev 12 Months: 3600.0, Hot Water: Electric, Propane, Electric Available, Water Available, Sewer Available

Windows

Double Hung, Low-E, Screens, Wood Frame

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