About this home

Originally known as Mount Pleasant this breathtaking 426.15 acre parcel was at one time the home of Thomas Lee of Stratford Hall whose home Mount Pleasant burned in 1729. Since that time, a portion of this property has been known as "Burnt House Field". Located here is also the burial ground of Thomas Lee of Stratford Hall, Richard Henry Lee - Signer of the Declaration of Independance and other family members. Partially fenced, w/ 2+ ponds, a total of 6500' (+/-) of frontage on Lee Creek and Lower Machodoc Creek off of the Potomac River. 188+/- acres of open land, used as pasture and crop land additional 137+/-ac in a nutrient bank. Known as "the little hatchery", waterfowl, upland bird species and wildlife is abundant, in addition to a host of native wildlife. This offering presents the buying opportunity of a lifetime for those seeking a wildlife and waterfowl sanctuary, horse / cattle farm, family compound or sporting property set on the heart of the Northern Neck of Virgina. Subject to a Conservation Easement which allows for the construction of up to four homes/dwellings. Convenient to Fredericksburg, Washington DC, Richmond, and Williamsburg.

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Price history

• Aug 11, 2023 · Listed$2,195,000