1. Virginia
2. Powhatan
3. 1700 Calais Trl

1700 Calais Trl, Powhatan, VA 23139

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 4,902 sqft

Property Description

Step into Virginia history at 1700 Calais Trail, a rare & beautifully preserved circa 1750 estate situated on 10.85 acres of agriculturally zoned land in scenic eastern Powhatan. With nearly 5,000 sq ft of living space, 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths & a rich blend of historic charm & modern function, this property offers endless potential as a private retreat, small farm, or legacy home. A wide brick walkway leads you to the welcoming front porch with wood shutters & a period-style screen door. Inside, the grand foyer sets the tone with soaring 12 ft ceilings, transom windows, detailed trim, chair rail & a beautifully crafted staircase. The living room/parlor features wide plank wood floors, built-in shelves, & a wood-burning fireplace, opening through double doors to the elegant formal dining room with oversized windows, dual chandeliers, & intricate millwork. The main level also includes a library with fireplace & built-ins, a dedicated office with closet, & a sprawling great room featuring a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, custom woodwork, & stunning views of the property. The kitchen offers Corian counters, white appliances, a skylight, butler’s pantry, & a large island connecting seamlessly to both formal & informal dining spaces. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a fireplace, dual walk-in closets, ensuite bath with walk-in tiled shower, double vanity & a second laundry area. Two more bedrooms & a full hall bath complete the second floor. Function meets charm throughout, including thoughtful details like wide-plank floors, multiple fireplaces, & original millwork. The home’s first level is brick with wood siding above, maintaining the historical integrity of its 18th-century construction. Outdoors, enjoy a 30x13 rear deck, fenced pasture, feed barn, mature landscaping, & wooded privacy. A 2-car garage with bonus room above provides added versatility. This is a truly special property—steeped in history & ready for your next chapter.

Listing Status:

Active

Listing Office:

Long & Foster REALTORS : (804) 288-8888

Listing Agent:

Sean Carlton : (804) 317-9062

MLS ID:

2521094

Interior

• General: BookcasesBuilt-in FeaturesButler's PantryCeiling Fan(s)Dining AreaSeparate/Formal Dining RoomDouble VanityEat-in KitchenFrench Door(s)/Atrium Door(s)FireplaceHigh CeilingsKitchen IslandBath in Primary BedroomPantryRecessed LightingSolid Surface CountersSkylightsTrack LightingWalk-In Closet(s)
• Appliances: Built-In OvenDouble OvenDishwasherElectric CookingMicrowaveStove
• Laundry: Washer HookupDryer Hookup
• Basement: Crawl Space
• Flooring: Partially CarpetedTileWood
• A/C: Central AirElectric
• Heating: BaseboardOilRadiator(s)Steam
• Fireplace: MasonryWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 4

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This listing courtesy of Sean Carlton, Long & Foster REALTORS