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8526 Georgetown Pike, 
Mclean, VA 22102

$1,200,000


3

Beds


4

Baths


3,150

Sq Ft


Single Family

Sold

Listed by

Nathan J Guggenheim

Bought with CENTURY 21 New Millennium

Washington Fine Properties, LLC.

MLS#

VAFX2142804

Source:

BRIGHTMLS

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About This Home

8526 Georgetown Pike

We are proud to present Drover's Rest, a unique and historic property nestled along Georgetown Pike in Great Falls. The anchor of the two-acre, conservation trust preserved property -- one of four structures -- is a vernacular-style home built c. 1730-1780 that retains its 18th century charm in its log and chinking walls, old growth flooring and timber ceiling beams, while providing modern cooking and bathing. In addition to the main home, there is a 1BR/1BA dependency, a large studio attached to the original smoke house, and a two-car garage. The bucolic setting nestled within parkland also features a pool and koi-pond. The property was most recently the home of the late Thomas Lovejoy who was a world-renowned ecologist, environmental conservationist, and policy maker. Dr. Lovejoy hosted a plethora of politicians, heads of state, academics, and celebrities during the 45 years he called Drover's Rest his home. Originally, the property was a resting place, hence the name, for weary travelers alone "Old Georgetown Pike", which was a trading route that predated European settlement in North America and remained so into the early 20th century. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT.

Home Facts

Single Family

4 Baths

3 Bedrooms

Built in 1730

Price Summary

1,450,000

$460 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

VAFX2142804

Sold:

December 19, 2023


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

3

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

4

Full Bathrooms:

3

Interior

Living Area:

3,150 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Log Home

Year Built:

1730


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

87,120


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$1,450,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$460 per Sq. Ft.

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