40135 Main St, Waterford, VA 20197

The Hollingsworth-Lees House | Circa 1805 The Hollingsworth-Lees House represents a careful preservation of history enhanced with modern comforts , following a two-year, full renovation that honors its architectural evolution: the original 1805 brick section, the 1955 beveled block addition, and the 2000 wood-and-brass screened porches. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,720 square feet, the home showcases original woodwork, restored wood floors, and thoughtfully integrated modern updates. Highlights include: Roof & Exterior: Cedar roof on the 1805 section; standing-seam metal roofs on later additions; copper guttering; fully repointed brick and stone. Landscape & Hardscape: Landscape design by Huntlands; native stone walls, oyster shell paths, and pea gravel parking court by Nick Kelley; gardens with boxwoods and native flowering plants by Hunt Country Gardens. Two rainwater cisterns with jet pump support sustainable garden watering. Interiors: Custom Plain English handmade kitchen cabinets from the UK, soapstone counters with farm sink, Aga propane cooktop with electric oven, and Bosch appliances. Zellige tile and plate-glass showers, Duravit fixtures, and repurposed antique washstands add character to the baths. Living Spaces: Three stainless steel–lined and capped wood-burning fireplaces, handmade light fixtures by Period Lighting, William Morris wallpaper, and Baldwin brass locks. Beamed ceiling in dining area; 1 bedroom with lofted ceiling; 2 bedrooms with wall-to-wall seagrass carpet. Systems & Utilities: 400-amp buried electric service, 650’ well (3 gal/min), 200 lb owned propane tank, 2 electric heat pumps with A/C, instant hot water, Comcast high-speed internet, NEMA 14-50 EV charging outlet, and whole-house insulation. Windows & Doors: Restored operable wood double-hung windows with original glass (1805 & 1955 sections), Anderson insulated windows in the 2000 section, custom wood storm windows and shutters. Additional Features: Partial walk-out basement, partial walk-up attic, poured concrete crawl space with vapor barrier, log garden shed with electric relay box. The Hollingsworth-Lees House is a rare opportunity to own a fully restored historic property where period authenticity and modern amenities coexist in perfect balance.