1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
McLean, VA 22101
$39,995,000
Price
12
Beds
11
Baths
6
1/2 Baths
14,000 Sq. Ft.
$2,857 / Sq. Ft.
14,000
Sq. Ft.
$2,857
per Sq. Ft.
Description
Welcome to the landscaped splendor of Ballantrae Farm, set within McLean, Virginia. This grand 6.3-acre estate masterfully blends historical essence with contemporary luxury. Originating before the Civil War, the estate preserves artifacts from its storied past and is celebrated for Amelia Earhart's landing in the 1930s. Acquired by Frank Lyon in the 20th century, the property saw significant expansion in the 1920s, including the illustrious Stone Manor House. Spanning a once 300-acre area, Ballantrae...Welcome to the landscaped splendor of Ballantrae Farm, set within McLean, Virginia. This grand 6.3-acre estate masterfully blends historical essence with contemporary luxury. Originating before the Civil War, the estate preserves artifacts from its storied past and is celebrated for Amelia Earhart's landing in the 1930s. Acquired by Frank Lyon in the 20th century, the property saw significant expansion in the 1920s, including the illustrious Stone Manor House. Spanning a once 300-acre area, Ballantrae Farm remains one of the largest and most prestigious parcels in the DMV, known for its high elevation in Fairfax County and sweeping views. The Georgian Revival home, thoughtfully expanded and refined, features a stately stone manor house with a six-car garage, a private pool, pool house, pool pavilion, and a spa. The estate encompasses over 14,000 square feet of living space, including two beautifully appointed cottages: the original farmhouse known as Little Ballantrae, currently a guest house, and the Garden Cottage, serving as the estate manager’s residence. This historical gem, totaling 12 bedrooms, 11 full baths, and 6 half baths, offers supreme comfort and privacy. Located minutes from McLean, CIA, Tysons Corner, Great Falls, and Washington, D. C., it’s a meticulously curated journey through history with 300-year-old trees and mature cherry trees. The property has been expanded and renovated to preserve its historical essence while accommodating modern living, featuring resort-like amenities. The pool pavilion, pool house, spa, outdoor shower, and state-of-the-art sound system are all enveloped by gas lanterns, creating a serene atmosphere. Patios surrounded by azaleas, parterre gardens, and a gentle fountain enhance the sense of a secluded sanctuary. A paved driveway and circular drive lead to a six-car garage built from local stone, emphasizing the estate’s seclusion and tranquility. The home has welcomed numerous world leaders and historic figures. Admire the hand-carved railings of the staircase in the foyer leading to the formal living and dining rooms, flowing into the recently expanded and remodeled chef's kitchen. This space offers a unique owner experience, featuring freshly picked vegetables from the Ballantrae gardens. The study with intricate paneling, family room with daylight views, and a private wine cellar stocked with the finest wines, create a luxurious living environment. The West Wing boasts a spectacular great room with two majestic stone walls. The historic stone terrace, now enclosed, reveals breathtaking gardens through French doors. The upper level hosts five ensuite bedrooms, highlighted by the luxurious owner’s suite with his and her bathrooms and a custom walk-in closet. Additional features include an exercise room, sunroom, laundry room, and cedar closet. A scenic birch-lined path winds through the estate, leading to a copper-roofed gazebo, potting shed, and koi pond fountain. The flourishing kitchen garden and fruit orchard provide fresh produce year-round. Stone paths guide visitors past a clay tennis court, soccer field, and half basketball court, to Little Ballantrae, the Garden Cottage, and a treehouse, all secured within a gated compound. The pathway flanked by hydrangeas leads to the sunken clay tennis court, framed by a European hedge and rustic slate stone wall. Little Ballantrae, dating back to 1847 and relocated in the 1920s, features century-old wisteria on the historic screened sitting porch. The views of the tennis court and soccer field add to its allure. The farmhouse includes 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath, and 2 fireplaces, blending traditional architecture with modern amenities. The Garden Cottage, recently restored, includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, and a fireplace. It boasts a private driveway offering both privacy and ease of access, blending seamlessly into its elegant surroundings.
- Listed by Piper Gioia Yerks • Washington Fine Properties, LLCP: (703)-963-1363 yerks@yerks.com
- Listed by Pamela A Yerks • Washington Fine Properties, LLCP: (703)-963-1363 yerks@yerks.com
Property Details for 1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
Tax ID Number
0311 20 0026
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOAYes
Structure TypeDetached
StyleManor
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
LISTING UPDATED: 08/14/2024 04:53 AM
Property Details for 1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | VAFX2184764 |
| Days on Market | 183 |
| Taxes | $69,489 / year |
| HOA Fees | $4,000 / year |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Lot Size | 6.27 AC / 273,121 SF |
| County | Fairfax County |
Building Information for 1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
Stories3Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size6.27 AC / 273,121 SF
Property Information for 1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
Location
Location
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121138392980
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: FRANKLIN SHERMAN (FAIRFAX VA)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: LONGFELLOW (FAIRFAX VA)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: MCLEAN (FAIRFAX VA)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: FAIRFAX
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
- Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Assessed Value: $6,034,620
- Year Assessed: 2023
- County Tax: $66,079
- Improvement Assessed Value: $4,472,620
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $1,562,000
- Land Use Code: 011
- Refuse Fee: $0
- Zoning: 111
- Tax Lot: 26
- School Tax: $0
- Tax Page Number: 311
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 6
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 5
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 11
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 10
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 10
- # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 10
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 9
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 9
Upper Level 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2017
- Total Finished SQFT: 14,000.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 9,724.00
- Total SQFT: 14,000.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Stone
- Roof: Slate, Architectural Shingle, Shake
- Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Heated, Stone
- Basement Type: Partial
- Foundation Details: Other
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-5, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-5, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-6, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-7, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-8, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-9, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-10, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-5, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-6, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-7, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-8, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-9, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 11
- # Bathrooms Half: 6
- Other Structure: Cabana/Pool House, Garage(s), Gazebo, Guest House, Office/Studio, Shed, Carriage House
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Features: Additional Lot(s), Front Yard, Landscaping, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Fencing: Fully
- Parcel ID: 19246628
- Additional Parcels: Yes
- Addl Parcels Descrp: 0311-20-0025A, 0311-20-0024, 0311-01-0001K, 0311-20 C
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 6
- Total Garage Spaces: 7
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway
- Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), WhirlPool/HotTub, Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 8
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Cooktop, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: 24 hour security, Exterior Cameras, Monitored, Resident Manager, Security Gate
- Door Features: French
- Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Lower Floor
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.relahq.com/mls/137604431
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Features: Heated, Private
- Exterior Features: BBQ Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Play Area, Secure Storage, Sport Court, Tennis Court(s), Water Fountains
- Outdoor Living Structures: Breezeway, Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened, Terrace
- Pool: Yes - Personal
- Personal Pool Features: In Ground, Heated
- Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric, Oil
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Electric, Oil
- Water Source: Public, Well
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS
Property History for 1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
Taxable ValueLand$1,687,000Additions$4,803,700Total$6,490,700
Tax Record2024$76,688 ($6,391 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths8Total Finished SqFt9,724 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,724 SqFtStories3Lot Size97,872 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningR-1C(R-1 W/CLCountyFAIRFAXAPN031-1-20-0026Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1288 Ballantrae Farm Drive
This home is within Fairfax County Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 6 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sherman Elementary School PublicPK to 6 | ||
Longfellow Middle School Public7 to 8 | ||
Mclean High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Kilmer Center PublicPK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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