Welcome to the Cottage at Merry Oaks, a tastefully appointed three-bedroom, two-bath home that captures the charm and warmth of an English country cottage. Set in a private, picturesque setting, the property is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens featuring mature trees, flowering plantings, stone walls, flagstone terraces, and winding garden paths. Ideally located between the village of The Plains and the town of Warrenton, the home offers convenient access to major airports and Washington, D. C. , while still providing the serenity of Virginia’s countryside. A welcoming foyer with tumbled stone flooring and custom finishes leads to the living room, formal dining room, and a handsome library featuring exposed beams and a fireplace with gas logs. French doors throughout enhance the flow between living spaces and invite natural light Just beyond the library, a charming sunroom with slate flooring overlooks the gardens and opens onto two enclosed exercise yards—perfect for pets or outdoor play. The home offers three comfortable bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite. A fourth bedroom has been transformed into an exceptional walk-in closet and dressing room. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, complete with an AGA stove, Shaw farmhouse sink, soapstone countertops, and a large island. Exposed beams and hardwood floors add warmth, while a cozy gathering area makes the kitchen the heart of the home. A well-organized laundry room is conveniently located just off the kitchen. Additional features include an attached garage with automatic carriage-style doors and abundant storage, as well as a backup generator for peace of mind. From this enchanting home, it’s easy to enjoy all that Virginia’s countryside has to offer. Nearby wineries, historic sites, and equestrian venues—including Great Meadow and Morningside Training Center—are just minutes away. The Cottage at Merry Oaks offers the perfect blend of timeless charm, modern comfort, and tranquil country living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
4.97 acresLot Size
$362Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Karen Sparks• Corcoran McEnearney
•540-687-6321 (broker)
•dhowell@mcenearney.com (broker)
Bought with Emily Ristau• Thomas and Talbot Estate Properties, Inc.
Welcome to the Cottage at Merry Oaks! This tastefully renovated, three bedroom, two bath home has the feel of an English country cottage. The private setting includes gardens with mature trees and flowering plantings, stone walls, flagstone terraces and garden paths. The property is conveniently located between the village of The Plains and town of Warrenton, with easy access to airports and Washington, D. C. High speed internet and cable tv makes working and studying from home an easy option. The home is move- in ready and beautifully appointed. A foyer with tumbled stone flooring and custom finishes leads to the living room, formal dining rooms and handsome library with exposed beams and fireplace with gas logs. The flow of the home is enhanced by french doors leading to each living area. A sunroom with slate floor is to the back of the library and opens onto two exercise yards for your pets (or small children?). The home offers three nice sized bedrooms. A fourth bedroom was converted into an amazing walk- in closet/dressing room for the master bedroom. The newly renovated kitchen is a chef's dream with AGA stove, Shaw farm sink, soapstone counters and large island. The kitchen also has hardwood floors and exposed beams and incorporates a comfortable gathering area. A well organized laundry room is next to the kitchen. The attached garage with automatic carriage style doors offers an abundance of storage. There is a back up generator in case of power outages. It is easy to enjoy all that the Virginia countryside has to offer from this jewel of a home. When we are again able to venture from home, there are many nearby wineries as well as historical sites and equestrian events. Great Meadow and Morningside Training center are just down the road. Until then, this is a wonderful spot to shelter in place while enjoying your own private oasis.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.96 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
2,774
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fauquier County
APN
6977561933000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
RA
Agriculture District
The Agriculture RA District generally contains those areas where agriculture and forestry are the predominant uses or where significant agricultural lands or large lot farmette type residential development exists. The regulations are designed to assist in the protection and preservation of the agricultural uses and to mitigate land use conflicts between agricultural uses and appropriately limited residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Dairy
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Park & open space
Timberland
Aug 10, 2017 • Final
Residential addition
Addition
Dec 4, 2014 • Final
Residential building - alteration
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Built-In Range