There are properties that offer land. There are properties that offer water. And then there are those rare opportunities that bring both together in a way that feels entirely natural—unforced, private, and enduring. North Fork Manor is one of those properties.
Activated today as Coming Soon, this exceptional riverfront estate at 269 River Manor Drive represents a compelling blend of thoughtful construction, meaningful acreage, and direct connection to the North Fork of the Shenandoah River.

With over 1,000 feet of frontage on the North Fork of the Shenandoah River, the setting here is not simply scenic—it is immersive. The approximately 55-acre parcel is balanced between open fields and mature woodland, creating a landscape that offers both usability and privacy.
The river itself becomes part of daily life. Whether it’s the quiet movement of water in the early morning, the changing light across the valley, or the simple accessibility for recreation, the connection to the river is constant yet never intrusive.
This is a property that lends itself equally well to:

• A full-time country residence
• A weekend retreat within easy reach of Northern Virginia
• A legacy holding for future generations

Constructed in 2017, the residence was carefully designed to sit comfortably within its surroundings—never dominating the land, but instead complementing it.
Built with 2 x 6 framing, stone, and HardiePlank siding, the home reflects a focus on durability and quality. Materials were selected not just for appearance, but for longevity and performance.
A particularly meaningful detail is found underfoot: locally milled hardwood floors by Cochran’s of Berryville, crafted using lumber sourced directly from the property. It is a subtle but important connection—one that ties the house to the land in a very literal way.
Inside, the home offers approximately 3,174 square feet of above-grade living space, with a layout that emphasizes practicality and ease of living:

• Three bedrooms
• Two full and two half bathrooms
• Primary living spaces on the main level

The design prioritizes flow and usability, with rooms positioned to take advantage of light, views, and everyday functionality.

Throughout the home, there is a consistent attention to detail that reveals itself gradually rather than all at once.
Antique doors, sourced from various locations, have been thoughtfully incorporated into the design—adding character without overwhelming the clean, functional layout. The result is a home that feels established from the moment you enter.
An unfinished lower level of approximately 850 square feet provides flexibility for future expansion or simply well-organized storage—an increasingly valuable feature in country properties.

Beyond the main residence, the property includes additional structures that enhance both usability and long-term value.

• A beautiful 19th century bank barn, thoughtfully enhanced for use as a guest house
• A recently very well constructed 60' x 30' 'tractor barn', ideal for any number of future uses
• A substantial three-door machine garage, well-suited for equipment, vehicles, or hobby use

These are not incidental outbuildings—they are integral components of how the property functions on a day-to-day basis.

North Fork Manor is currently positioned as a Coming Soon offering, with the following timeline:

• May 4th, 2026 – Interior photography and full video tour
• Approximately May 7th, 2026 – Showings expected to begin

This brief pre-market period allows for final presentation enhancements while offering early awareness to those actively seeking a riverfront property of this caliber.

Properties with meaningful acreage, substantial river frontage, and a well-constructed modern home are increasingly difficult to find—particularly within a manageable distance of Northern Virginia.
North Fork Manor offers that combination in a way that feels complete. Nothing about it is speculative or conceptual—it is a finished, considered property ready for its next owner.

Stay Informed

​If you would like early access to the full photography, video tour, or to schedule one of the first showings once the property becomes active, please feel free to reach out directly.
North Fork Manor will be available for private tours beginning in early May.

​A Thoughtful Search, A Perfect Fit: 19355 Airwell Ct, Purcellville, VA 20132

There is something deeply satisfying about a home search that takes its time.

Earlier this week, my buyers successfully closed on 19355 Airwell Ct, Purcellville, VA 20132, marking the culmination of a journey that began in early summer of last year. What makes this acquisition particularly meaningful is not just the property itself — which is exceptional — but the deliberate, discerning process that led us there.

A Search Defined by Patience and Precision

When we began working together last summer, my clients were clear: they were not in a rush. They were seeking the right home — not just a house that would suffice.

Over the course of many months, we toured approximately a dozen properties throughout Western Loudoun County. Each home had merit. Some had land but lacked architectural integrity. Others were beautifully finished but didn’t quite capture the sense of place they were seeking. A few came close.

But “close” was never the goal.

In a market that often pressures buyers to move quickly, especially in Loudoun County’s sought-after rural corridors, discipline becomes a strategic advantage. We evaluated each property carefully — location, setting, construction quality, flow, future potential, and long-term value. We walked away more than once. And that patience paid dividends.

Thanks to a background in business aviation, I was approached by an old friend in my former world to assist his client in selling an almost new hangar at Winchester Regional Airport, KOKV, which was no longer needed.

Having been out of the business jet and helicopter sales world since obtaining my real estate license in 2016, I was thrilled to get my feet wet again and be able to sniff some AvGas and JET A-1. Ooh that smell, as the song goes.

I was delighted to adapt my real estate marketing prowess to the hangar project, and was able to produce some excellent photographic and video material, thanks to the help of my wonderful real estate photographers.

Subsequently, I was approached by the developer of the entire hangar complex, Adsurgo, to take on several additional hangars at OKV, so with this expanded portfolio, my thought was that a team would be best positioned to handle these properties, whereupon I was delighted that my colleague and partner in the bigger deals, Charlie Thies, with his USAF background, agreed to collaborate.

Charlie has done a sterling job at updating the kokvhangars.com website - take a look!

We now have a selection of new and almost new hangars available to purchase for discerning owners of aircraft which truly should not be left out in the open. These homes for planes feature fast opening electric remote control bifold hangar doors, epoxy flooring, compressed air hook ups, remote operated vehicle doors and far more. 

Winchester is growing fast, and Winchester Regional Airport is convenient and doesn't have some of the restrictions which airports closer to Washington DC suffer. Moreover, many other smaller airports have long waiting lists for hangars, but not here! So get in now while there's availability.

Contact us today, or if you know someone who needs a warm and cozy home for their prized possession, let them know! These will not last long.

It's hard to imagine a Virginia property with finer views, and even harder to capture the essence of those views of iconic Old Rag with a camera, when the human eye still possesses the finest optical technology.

When my co-listing agent, Charlie Thies, and I first drove up the one mile, asphalt driveway to the top, being pressed into the backrests of my SUV's seats, we were truly astounded and mesmerized by what we found. A property originally built in 1973 and gradually expanded upon during the intervening years by fastidious owners with a passion for the unique, and the very special.

There we were, high up in this wonderful county, just minutes away from the quaint town of Washington, Virginia, home to the incredible Michelin 3 star restaurant hotel, the Inn at Little Washington, which additionally holds a Michelin Green Star, for restaurants which uphold sustainable and eco friendly culinary practices. In fact, Reality Mountain has also served as 'spillover' accommodation for the Inn, when weary lovers of gastronomy found no room at, yes, the Inn! The B&B special use permit conveys with the sale of this property, an unusual and much more difficult to obtain benefit today.

The house, which more resembles a castle, faces almost due south, ensuring that the massive double height windows provide its owners and guests with sunrises and sunsets and everything in between. The property lies within 50 serene acres, all in Open Space Easement, and has 8 bedrooms, including several self contained suites, 6 gorgeous full bathrooms and 3 half baths, on over 8,000 finished square feet of living space.

​The many different areas of the home, and its extraordinary layout, mean it takes quite some time to know where everything is, and how they are linked, such as the second floor enclosed walkway to one of the mini apartments. So much so that we created this 3-D floor plan to help the visitor travel through Reality Mountain.

Charlie and I are thrilled to have been entrusted with the global marketing of Reality Mountain, to secure the next stewards to take this magnificent property into the future. 

It took a while, but in this case, patience was definitely a virtue as we sold our beautiful raw five-acre land lot in the desirable Carrwood Estates community of Great Falls, Virginia last week. The lucky buyer is, we understand, planning to build a unique custom home; we can't wait to see it!

We still have the amazing Deckhouse listing opposite the lot, also on five acres, and ready for it's next custodians to stamp their own personalities on this wonderful post and beam construction house, which boasts around 6,800 square feet - check out the website and video tour below. 

Priced at $2,400,000, the house represents great value when one analyzes the 'comps', particularly the most recent one described above!

Don't hesitate to call me to set up a tour, or have your agent schedule it at your convenience.

The spring market is about to start, and with low inventory all over the region, properties like this will be snapped up.

​Happy (property) hunting!

I am thrilled, and honored to be the listing agent of a 1980 Deckhouse in Great Falls, Virginia.

What is a Deckhouse, you might well ask. Trust me when I say that it's a movement, as well as a wonderful product, a home which will stand for ages and which, thanks to its post and beam construction, allows the homeowner to play about with internal wall locations as they are essentially non load bearing. 

My colleague, Andrea and I made an on the fly video walk around of the property, 9560 Edmonston Drive, Great Falls, VA 22066, which can be watched below:

I'm planning more open houses of this Deckhouse so let me know if you wish to be alerted to upcoming dates, subject of course to the property remaining unsold!

This delightful Middleburg estate, about to hit the market, beautifully encapsulates why one would want to live in this idyllic part of the world. Hidden well away from the beaten track, off a traditional gravel road, the house and barn are sited on ten partially wooded acres and totally insulated from the noise of every day life, except for the sounds of wildlife. 

The house was designed by well respected architect, William E. Poole and built by a local custom builder in 2000. Finishings are to a very high standard and touches such as an eighteenth and a nineteenth century manel, Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors and 10-foot ceilings on the main level make this a home where memories will be created for a lifetime.

Visit 21014Beaverdam.com to pour over the photo album, interactive floor plans and much more. 

My listing of the beautiful Belmar Farm on Saint Louis Road, Middleburg just closed, with happy listing clients and delighted new owners.

The home was built by local custom builder, University Group, in 2005 and consists of almost 8,000 finished square feet on three levels. The land upon which the house sits is quite simply spectacular, with incredible views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from the 25 acre site.

 I must mention the buyers agent with whom I worked on this transaction, Mary Illes, who was absolutely fantastic to work with, and whom I am very grateful for bringing such lovely clients. 

I'm thrilled to be listing shortly this lovely property on Calumet Lane, in beautiful Bluemont Virginia. With over 16 acres of land, including both woodland and level grassland, and a new 2-stall Amish barn, this property is a nature lovers dream. 

The house was modeled on a waterfront design, in which the main rear facing windows capture the splendor of this stunning countryside setting.

Expected date on market is August 10th, with interior photos and full video tour coming between now and then, so stay tuned!!