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1071 Gum Thicket Road

Gwynn, VA 23066

5 beds
5 baths
6,000 sqft
~5 acre lot
$583 per sqft
2009 build

Your personal island paradise built for climate resiliency and protection-- a mere 60 minutes from Williamsburg and Yorktown, 60-90 minutes from nearby Richmond, Norfolk, Newport News and Virginia Beach and just 3 hours from the DC-area. Escape to one of the most picturesque islands on the Chesapeake Bay and enjoy a dreamy, carefree lifestyle filled with nature and activities for all generations year-round. Located on a spectacular 5.4 acre site on historic Gwynn’s Island on Virginia’s Middle Peninsula, this contemporary interpretation of historic Tidewater architecture and materials -- brick, stone, batten and copper roof – is graced by over 300 feet of limestone terrace and over 250 feet of floor-to-ceiling movable glass walls and doors. Gorgeous panoramic views of the water, a privileged “living shoreline” and surrounding nature and gardens blur the line between inside and out. A calm water sailing and boating haven; unobstructed evening star-gazing; and crab, fish and oysters living off your dock let you leave “the real” world behind when you arrive. Local restaurants, groceries and specialty markets and pickle-ball courts are minutes away on the mainland over the island’s 24-hour swing-bridge. Famed Richmond architect, Charles Aquino, designed the house and his wife and collaborator Anna Aquino the fabulous gardens. This stunning waterfront estate offerings include: -5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths across the main house and guest cottage and office. -Onsite comforts and features including nearly one-level living -An open porch with retractable screens -360-degree walk-around terraces with flowing spaces for dining and lounging -A 40’ pool -Grilling station poolside -A “HydroCourt” tennis court and screens -A tree-house -A kayak shed -300-foot long boat dock -Two protected sandy coves and -Lush year-round flowering grounds, with artful landscape design integrating mesmerizing natural beauty with flora, mature trees, and garden sculptures to make the perfect complement to this remarkable home. Private, expansive, serene and offering boundless pleasures, this custom-built home affords the exceptional oasis and the multi-generational, legacy lifestyle you have been looking for.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Washington Fine Properties, LLC

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MLS# VAMH2000060 —

The Building

Year Built:

2009
Year Built Source:

Estimated
Roof:

Copper
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick, Other
Structure Type:

Detached
Architect Name:

Charles Aquino
Architectural Style:

Contemporary, Dwelling w/Separate Living Area
Levels:

2
Main Entrance:

East
Window Features:

Energy Efficient, Double Pane, Triple Pane, Screens
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Slab, Other
Basement:

No
Total SqFt Source:

Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

6000
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated

Interior

Interior Features:

Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Wine Storage, 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Kitchenette, Primary Bedroom - Ocean Front, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Other
Flooring Type:

Stone, Wood
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

2
Living Area SqFt Source:

Estimated

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

6000
Living Area SqFt:

6,000 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

0-30 Days CD, Seller Rent Back
Lease Considered:

No

Location

Directions:

GPS
Latitude:

37.48610532
Longitude:

-76.28021900
Location Type:

Bayfront

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Excellent
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

5.40
Lot Size Source:

Estimated
Lot Features:

Fishing Available, Corner, Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Private, Secluded, Other
Lot SqFt:

235,224 Sqft
Zoning:

RES
Road Surface Type:

Access - Above Grade, Gravel, Paved
View:

Water, River, Other
In City Limits:

No
Outdoor Living Structures:

Enclosed, Terrace, Screened, Wrap Around
Other Structures:

Above Grade
Waterview:

Yes
Waterfront:

Yes
Waterfront Features:

Boat/Launch Ramp - Private, Private Dock Site, Sandy Beach
Water Oriented:

Yes
Water Access:

Yes
Water Access Features:

Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access, Sail
Water Body Type:

Bay
Mean Low Water Feet:

4
Navigable Water:

Yes
Water Frontage In Feet:

300

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

11A611-6&7
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$13,064
Tax Assessed Value:

$2,334,000
Year Assessed:

2024
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

5
Bedrooms Main Level:

1
Upper Level Bedrooms:

4
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

2.00
Main Level Full Baths:

1
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

3.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

3

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Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Central
Heating Fuel:

Electric

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Private Septic Tank
Hot Water:

Other
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Type:

Main Floor

Schools

Elementary School:

Lee Jackson
Middle School:

Thomas Hunter
High School:

MATHEWS
School District Name:

Mathews County Public Schools
School District Source:

3rd Party

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Gwynn's Island
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Tennis Court(s), Private Beach, Play Area, Outbuilding(s), BBQ Grill
Pool:

Yes - Personal
Pool Features:

In Ground
Spa:

No
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

6
Garage:

No
Type of Parking:

Driveway
Parking Features:

Gravel Driveway
Driveway - # of Spaces:

6

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$3,500,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$18,741
Taxes	$1,088
Insurance	$962
Utilities	$261 See report
Total	$21,052/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/11/24 Jul 11, 2024	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$3,500,000

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This house located in Gwynn, VA 23066 is currently for sale for $3,500,000. 1071 Gum Thicket Road is a 6,000 square foot house with 5 beds and 5 baths. This house is in the attendance area of Lee-Jackson Elementary School, Mathews High School, and Thomas Hunter Middle School.

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