Welcome to Wishful Thinking, an 1879 historic cottage offering 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and approximately 2,461 square feet of beautifully finished living space on 0.76 acres in Taylorstown’s National Register Historic District. Thoughtfully expanded and fully updated in 2000 to preserve its original charm while introducing modern comfort, the home features updated HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and energy-efficient windows, along with stainless steel appliances, modern fixtures, and flexible living spaces. Set behind classic white picket fencing with mature landscaping, a welcoming front porch, expansive stone patio, and a charming barn/outbuilding for storage or hobby use, this property offers an idyllic country setting just minutes to Waterford , Lovettsville and a short drive to downtown Leesburg. Inside, the main level is designed for comfort, light, and versatility. A country kitchen with dining area and stainless steel appliances flows to a practical mudroom and laundry, while a separate formal dining room offers space for gatherings. The living room, with built-in shelving and large windows, opens through French doors to the expansive patio, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living. The main-level living area with an adjacent full bath provides flexibility as a home office, media room, or main-level bedroom. Upstairs, the expanded sun-filled owner’s suite includes a sitting area, spa-like bath with soaking tub and modern fixtures, a generous walk-in closet and private deck overlooking the grounds. A upper oft area overlooks the heart of the home and serves perfectly as a reading nook, creative space, or second office. Two additional bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations and share a well-appointed full bath. A walk-up floored attic provides excellent storage for household and seasonal needs. Outdoor living is celebrated throughout the property. Enjoy morning coffee on the covered front porch, entertain on the stone patio, tend gardens, or relax within the privacy of mature landscaping and pastoral views. The barn/outbuilding offers storage for garden equipment, sports gear, or weekend projects. Located on scenic Loyalty Road in a protected historic area, this home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy authentic period character with modern updates, pastoral surroundings, and convenient access to Waterford, Leesburg, vineyards, farm-to-table dining, and outdoor recreation along Catoctin Creek. A timeless cottage with move-in readiness, flexible spaces, and rich Virginia heritage — Wishful Thinking is ready to welcome its next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1879Year Built
0.76 acresLot Size
$347Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ms. Anne Nouri• Keller Williams Realty
•703-636-7300 (broker)
Listed by Natalie Moslem• Keller Williams Realty
•703-636-7300 (broker)
Bought with Ms. Anne Nouri• Keller Williams Realty
•703-636-7300 (broker)
Bought with Natalie Moslem• Keller Williams Realty
Est. $2,834 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 13232 Loyalty Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #VALO2110538
Mar 27, 2026
Sold
$855,000
$347/sq ft
Feb 16, 2026
Contingent
—
Nov 5, 2025
Listed
$899,000
$365/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VALO2105712
Oct 31, 2025
Sold
$860,000
$349/sq ft
Oct 22, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 28, 2025
Contingent
—
Sep 12, 2025
Listed
$875,000
$356/sq ft
Sep 10, 2025
Coming Soon
$875,000
$356/sq ft
+104
Welcome to 'Wishful Thinking", circa 1879. Originally built as Taylortown’s Miller’s home, this storybook country cottage exudes warmth, history, and timeless character. Lovingly expanded and updated, it blends period charm with modern comforts, creating a home that is as inviting as it is unique. From the gracious front porch, perfect for morning coffee or watching the sun set, to the spacious stone patio off the living room designed for garden gatherings, this property celebrates outdoor living. Surrounded by lush foliage and complete with a quaint small barn, every corner offers cottage charm. Inside, the 2000 addition introduced a sun-filled owner’s suite with sitting area, spa-like bath with soaking tub, generous walk-in closet, and a loft that overlooks the heart of the home. Upstairs you’ll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a walk-up floored attic with ample storage. The main level features a country kitchen including a dining area, mud/laundry room, formal dining room, living room with built in shelving and large windows that opens to the patio, den that could also serve as a bedroom, and a full bath. With its blend of original character and modern updates, this enchanting cottage is ready to welcome its next chapter. Enjoy Country Life all just minutes from the historic village of Waterford and a short drive to downtown Leesburg’s shops, dining, and cultural charm. Contact the listing agent for more details and showings!
BRIGHT MLS #VALO408242
May 20, 2020
Sold
$620,000
$252/sq ft
May 5, 2020
Pending
—
Apr 23, 2020
Contingent
—
Apr 14, 2020
Listed
$625,000
$254/sq ft
+59
Tour at: https://mls. TruPlace.com/property/319/84495/ -Welcome to The Miller's Cottage built in 1879 and expanded to include a gracious Master Suite, this quintessential Country Cottage has extensive gardens-and even a small barn- this charming and move in ready home will enchant you. The original house was Taylotrown's Miller's home, expanded in 2000 it now has a Master Suite with Sitting Area, large Bath with soaking tub, huge walk in closet and loft overlooking the Kitchen. 2 additional Bedrooms and bath are on the upper level, walk up floored attic for lots of storage. The main level features kitchen, breakfast area, mud/laundry room, full bath, formal dining room, living room and den. There is the front porch and large patio off the living room for outdoor living. Included is a shed and small barn for storage. Truly a unique home with extensive gardens.
The purpose and intent of the Agricultural Rural-1 Zoning District is to: Implement the Rural North Place Type of the General Plan; Preserve and protect Prime Farmland Soils, recognizing their importance to the agricultural community and overall economic health of the rural economy; Support the use of land that protects, preserves and enhances natural areas and open space, retains farmland, and the vitality of the rural economy, and fosters a high quality of life for residents; Ensure complimentary rural economy uses, including traditional and new agricultural uses, agriculture support and basic services directly associated with on-going agricultural activities, and other uses can be developed in ways that are consistent with the rural character of and are compatible with existing residential development in the AR-1 Zoning District through mitigation or other standards; Recognize the County’s tourism industry is interconnected with the rural economy and rural economy uses in the AR-1 Zoning District by allowing for tourism uses related to agricultural uses, public, civic, and institutional uses; rural activity, and special event uses; Limit residential development to densities that will protect the land resources for agricultural operations, common open space uses, and rural economy uses; Promote consistency between residential development and rural economy uses through lower density residential development or the clustering of residential development and Ensure development incorporates natural, environmental, and heritage resources while preserving important viewsheds that contribute to the rural landscape.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Fire house
Police station
Veterinary clinic
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Crushed Stone
Driveway, Off Site, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer