Colonial-Era Virginia Farm Compound With Ties to George Washington Is Listed for $8.4 Million

Long before it became an $8.4 million listing, Wheatland Farm was a working piece of Virginia history—with roots stretching back nearly three centuries.

The sprawling 43-acre estate in Purcellville, VA, is anchored by a manor house that dates to 1741 and, according to the listing, which is held by Theo Adamstein, of The Heider Company at TTR Sotheby's International Realty, and Laura Farrell, of TTR Sotheby's International Realty, once welcomed some of the most notable figures of the colonial era, including George Washington.

Now, the storied property is seeking its next steward, having hit the market for $8.4 million, offering up the chance to own a dwelling that is more than three decades older than the Declaration of Independence.

Yet the history of Wheatland Farm extends well beyond the walls of its centuries-old residence. According to Adamstein, the property was originally part of a vast tract that once encompassed roughly 10,000 acres and was granted to the Thompson family.

The land was already a hub of activity before the neighboring town of Waterford was established, with the Thompson family operating both a grist mill and a post office on the property.

The family's ties also extended to one of the country's most famous founding families. Adamstein says the Thompsons knew Washington and his brothers, adding yet another layer to the estate's remarkable colonial-era pedigrees.

Washington is said to have stayed at Wheatland on several occasions during the Revolutionary War, while the farm itself reportedly played a role in the war effort, supplying peaches and corn to help provision his troops.

Today, the six-bedroom, 4.5-bath manor house sprawls 7,727 square feet and anchors a property that feels more like a historic campus than a traditional single-family estate.

Eight structures are spread across the grounds and connected by paved walkways, including two guesthouses, a restored Daniel Boone log cabin, a carriage house that now serves as an executive office, and a coffeehouse/schoolroom.

Adamstein says the setup means the estate "can function almost as a private family compound — a place where family, friends and guests can all be together while still having their own space."

The manor house also bears a striking resemblance to Washington's famed family home, Mount Vernon.

"The comparison is particularly intriguing because the two houses are contemporaries, and were built just seven years apart," Adamstein says. "The rear elevation of Mount Vernon also bears a remarkable visual similarity to Wheatland in its proportions, architectural character, and traditional color palette."

Despite, its centuries-old pedigrees, the manor house has been updated for modern day living without sacrificing its character.

Recent renovations include a 2017 kitchen overhaul with Dacor appliances, blending contemporary comforts with the home's original detailing.

The result, Adamstein says, is a property that is "nearly three centuries old, but it is an elegant, spacious home that can actually be lived in beautifully today."

The estate's equestrian facilities are another major draw.

The 2021 Pavilion Barn features 18 European-style stalls and connects directly to an indoor arena, while the fully restored, circa-1800 Great Barn offers eight oversized stalls, a broodmare stall, and an upstairs event space.

Mature trees and established trails weave throughout the sprawling grounds.

With Agricultural Rural-1 zoning and no easements, historic restrictions, or HOA, Wheatland Farm also offers an unusual degree of flexibility for its next owner.

The property could serve as a private family compound, working equestrian operation, event venue, or even an institutional campus.

Adamstein points to a project in Lexington, KY, where a group transformed horse stalls into a private dining venue—an idea he calls "very clever" and believes could potentially translate to Wheatland.

"There is so much potential and possibilities for business at Wheatland Farm," he says, describing the property's location and existing infrastructure as "just the start of what this special property could bring to the local community."