49 Clifton Avenue Kilmarnock, VA 22482
Clifton, on the National Register of Historic Places, offers 127 private acres of rolling woodlands and open fields that was once part of the vast holdings of Robert “King” Carter. The original home built Circa 1785 by Carter’s grandson, Landon II, remained in the Carter family until 1843. Purchased by James Armistead Palmer, generations of the Palmer family have lived at Clifton until present day. Clifton retains its original charm of Georgian architecture with center chimney that serves two fireplaces on main level and four fireplaces on second level. Two stairways in the expansive entry hall lead to second floor. The east wing (1810) serves as master bedroom and the west wing (2002) as a library. Two bathrooms & kitchen added 1973 creating a comfortable home. Original moldings remain throughout the home. Three dependencies include cabin, workshop and garden shed. Pole barn was erected in a wooded area of the property, 2009. Clifton lies in Northumberland County with a portion in town of Kilmarnock. Owners are allowed to add a 3000 sf house on the property (approved by VA Dept. of Historic Resources).This property is a historic gem -visit to appreciate all its charm and features.
- Property TypeSingle Family Home
- NeighborhoodN/A
- CountyNorthumberland
- Taxes$0
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees$0
- Days on Site11 Days
- MLS StatusActive
- MLS ID Number2412094
- Home Size Source Assessor
- Year Built1785
- Lot Size127 Acres
- Full Baths2
- Partial BathsN/A
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General Features
- Style Other
- Construction BrickPlasterWood Siding
- Parking DrivewayNo GarageUnpaved
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Basement Full
- Number of Stories 222
- Acreage 127
- Water Public
- Property Sub Type Single Family Residence
Interior Features
- Cooling Central AirElectric
- Heating Forced AirPropane
- Appliances DryerDishwasherElectric Water HeaterDisposalMicrowaveOvenRefrigeratorStoveWasher
- Flooring Wood
- Interior Bedroomon Main LevelDining AreaFireplaceWindow Treatments
- Fireplaces 2
- Fireplace Features GasWood BurningInsert
- Laundry Features Washer HookupDryer Hookup
- Window Features Storm WindowsWindow Treatments
- Fireplace Yes
Exterior Features
- Roof Composition
- Fencing None
- Pool Features None
- Waterfront Property No
- Exterior DeckUnpaved Driveway
- Patio And Porch Deck
- Other Structures Barn(s)Shed(s)
Community Features
- MLS Area 108 - Northumberland