Upon entering the estate through the majestic Magnolia tree arch, it becomes evident that The Waverley, circa 1795 and rebuilt in 1930, has been meticulously reimagined & renovated into a stately residence. With over 1300 feet of waterfront along the North River the 6.8 acres offer panoramic views from every vantage point. Enjoy all the river has to offer with boating, fishing, kayaking and crabbing on your private dock with boat lift. The 4900+ sq.ft. interior encompasses 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2 half baths & 4 wood-burning fireplaces. Featuring formal & transitional spaces, with dining & living room, a chef's kitchen featuring Subzero Wolf refrigerator and freezer, Wolf Microwave, La Cornue duel fuel stove and cooktop with 2 ovens, Pot filler, Wolf exhaust system, Wolf warming drawer, 2 Miele dishwashers opened to the great room, & a separate caterer’s kitchen with Ice maker, wine cooler, and built in Wolf coffee system for entertaining. An additional dining area provides a seamless indoor-outdoor experience with views of the heated pool and outdoor areas and river. The brick terrace & outdoor kitchen, with a brick pizza oven, dual grills, kegerator, wine cooler & ice maker offer an ideal setting for hosting. The property is equipped with a 125KW diesel generator & a 4125-square-foot garage/barn with electronic doors, a bifold hanger door, four 6,000 lb parking lifts, & one 12,500 lb service lift. Parking for 12 vehicles and a 72 ft RV or Transport Truck. The estate also boasts a lookout tower, koi pond, gazebo, & the original “smokehouse.”
Sold for $2,800,000
$2,800,000
8879 Waverley Ln, Gloucester, VA 23061
5beds
4,982sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
6.8 Acres Lot
$2,590,900 Zestimate®
$562/sqft
$3,980 Estimated rent
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$2,590,900
$2.23M - $3.03M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Patti O Parsley 757-229-4400,
Long & Foster Real Estate
Bought with:
Jeff Donahue, 0225186984
Long & Foster REALTORS
Marianne Donahue, 0225168706
Long & Foster REALTORS
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR,MLS#: 2413497Originating MLS: Chesapeake Bay Area MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Center Hall
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Electric, Zoned, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stove, Water Softener, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Bedroom on Main Level, Butler's Pantry, Tray Ceiling(s), Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Steam Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Slate, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Thermal Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,Sump Pump
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Walk-In
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,982 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,982
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Oversized, RV Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Glass Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Boat Lift, Dock, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Storage, Shed, Gas Grill
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Equipment, Pool, Private
- Fencing: Invisible,None,Picket,Wall
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Dock Access, Mooring, Navigable Water, River Front, Bulkhead, Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Waterfront
- Body of water: North River
- Frontage length: 1100.0000,1100.0000
Lot
- Size: 6.8 Acres
- Features: Beach Front, Dead End, Fruit Trees, Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Storage, Well House, Gazebo
- Parcel number: 0273A
- Zoning description: C-2
- Other equipment: Generator, Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Farmhouse,Two Story
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Drywall, Frame, Glass, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition,Slate
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop, Shared Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Bulkhead
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Gloucester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $562/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,264,020
- Annual tax amount: $7,369
- Date on market: 7/27/2025
- Exclusions: Pineapple ballister DR light Hallway foyer light, first-floor hall ceiling light into bedroom/den, upstairs hall ceiling light
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2024 | Sold | $2,800,000-11.8%$562/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2413497 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2024 | Pending sale | $3,175,000$637/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #2413497 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2024 | Contingent | $3,175,000$637/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #10534390 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,175,000-9.2%$637/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2413497 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  CVRMLS #2321605 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000+94.2%$702/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR #2321605 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2007 | Sold | $1,800,000+227.3%$361/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/1996 | Sold | $550,000$110/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,884 +47% | $1,772,680 +39.6% |
| 2024 | $7,402 +0.4% | $1,269,630 +0.4% |
| 2023 | $7,369 -5.1% | $1,264,020 +18% |
| 2022 | $7,766 +4.3% | $1,071,110 |
| 2021 | $7,444 +2.3% | $1,071,110 +2.3% |
| 2018 | $7,277 | $1,047,000 |
| 2017 | $7,277 -11.1% | $1,047,000 -11.1% |
| 2016 | $8,181 | $1,177,100 +22.6% |
| 2015 | $8,181 +2.2% | $960,300 +3.2% |
| 2014 | $8,004 | $930,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $930,700 +2.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $907,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $907,100 +20.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $751,600 -12.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $861,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $861,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 23061
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Botetourt Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.1 mi
- 7/10Peasley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9 mi
- 6/10Gloucester High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Botetourt
- Middle: Page
- High: Gloucester
Source: Chesapeake Bay & Rivers AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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