Just the spot you've been searching for! Custom contemporary cottage overlooking highly desirable Carter's Creek in Whitestone. Peaceful, park-like setting that gives you all you could ask for and more. A-frame 2 bedroom, cedar sided cottage with 2 full baths and open-concept floor plan. Stainless appliances, high ceilings, loads of space, with lots of windows providing natural sunlight throughout. New platform deck as you walk down towards the creek is perfect spot to relax in the shade and enjoy watching the wildlife. New dock ready for small skiff, paddle boarding, and kayaking. Located in Whitestone, next to Irvington, and Kilmarnock. Just up the road from the Tides Inn and in the perfect location for bicycling around town where you can enjoy shopping, art galleries, farmer's markets and fabulous restaraunts. This private, wooded property offers shade, peace, and serenity. A perfect dock to crab and fish, and is located close to all the fun. This is where you will love to be to relax and enjoy River life to the fullest!
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
0.66 acresLot Size
$397Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Nina Watkins• Isabell K. Horsley Real Estate
Tree house on Carter's Creek!!! Lovely custom home with back deck overlooking the creek and the dock. Surrounded by trees and completely private, a screen porch runs along the entire side of the home. Huge front deck. Great room with cathedral ceiling and open floor plan. Second level loft area. Charming craftsman window and door trim and hardwood floors throughout. Two waterside bedrooms with lots of windows and attached baths. New HVAC in March 2020. All new decking on the dock. No grass to mow here, not even one blade. More time to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and nature. Launch your canoe or kayak from the dock and explore all the nooks in Carters Creek. Keep a larger boat at one of the nearby marinas, less than 2 miles away. Close to the towns of Irvington and Kilmarnock for restaurants and shopping.
CBRAR #2007264
Nov 24, 2020
Sold
$320,000
$256/sq ft
Mar 6, 2020
Listed
$337,000
$270/sq ft
+32
Tree house on Carter’s Creek!!! Lovely custom home with back deck overlooking the creek and the dock. Surrounded by trees and completely private, a screen porch runs along the entire side of the home. Huge front deck. Great room with cathedral ceiling and open floor plan. Second level loft area. Charming craftsman window and door trim and hardwood floors throughout. Two waterside bedrooms with lots of windows and attached baths. New HVAC in March 2020. All new decking on the dock. No grass to mow here, not even one blade. More time to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and nature. Launch your canoe or kayak from the dock and explore all the nooks in Carters Creek. Keep a larger boat at one of the nearby marinas, less than 2 miles away. Close to the towns of Irvington and Kilmarnock for restaurants and shopping.
CBRAR #1815479
Jul 12, 2018
Sold
$285,000
$228/sq ft
May 10, 2018
Listed
$299,000
$240/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 21, 2003
Sold
$272,500
$218/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,910
$100,000 + $247,300
$347,300
2024
$1,910 (+17.5%)
$100,000 + $247,300
$347,300
2023
$1,625
$85,000 + $173,000
$258,000
2022
$1,625
$85,000 + $173,000
$258,000
2021
$1,625
$85,000 + $173,000
$258,000
2020
$1,625
$85,000 + $173,000
$258,000
2019
$1,625 (−9.6%)
$85,000 + $173,000
$258,000
2018
$1,797
$116,500 + $188,100
$304,600
2017
$1,797 (+9.3%)
$116,500 + $188,100
$304,600
2016
$1,644
$116,500 + $188,100
$304,600
2014
$1,645 (+3.2%)
$116,500 + $188,100
$304,600
2012
$1,594
$116,500 + $188,100
$304,600
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.66 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,248
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,248
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
34 94E
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Mar 13, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
White Stone, VA • 22578
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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6.7 hrs
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