1015 W Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23220

Third largest private residence in Fan Proper. West Franklin street was the premiere address for Richmonds society when the mansion was built in 1912 for a Physician and his family and staff. Designed by famed Richmond Architect Marcellus Wright. The mansion has been completely renovated by current owner. Former home to Virginia First Lady Violet Pollard (D), second owner, co-founder of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Original marble fireplaces. Original wood work. Formal dining room has the same French Lithograph wall covering that was used on Titanics first class dining room. The elevator lift was added in 1933 for service from the first to third floors. Still fully operational and serviced twice per year. Four covered porches front and rear. Beautiful gated iron entry and elegant rear courtyard with fountain and maintained formal gardens. Underground time released sprinkler system. Detached "Carriage House" for two large automobiles and finished above for servants quarters or rental unit with its own off street parking space. Full security system. Shining star for the Annual Virginia Garden Tour 2010. Fan Christmas tour 1999 and 2010. The third largest private residence (owner occupied) in the Fan district.