Rutherford House Estate – Historic Elegance in the Heart of Charles Town, WV Welcome to the Rutherford House Estate, a distinguished Jefferson County Historic Landmark steeped in Colonial and Civil War history. Ideally located in the heart of charming Charles Town, West Virginia, this extraordinary property sits on a beautifully landscaped one-acre lot, surrounded by majestic copper beech trees in a serene, park-like setting. Main Residence The stately brick main house features: 6 spacious bedrooms 7.5 bathrooms, including a luxurious suite with a whirlpool tub 6 gas log fireplaces Soaring 12-foot ceilings and stunning original wood floors A recreation room is located on the lower level, ideal for entertaining with fireplace and a full bath. Guest House A separate, equally charming brick guest house offers: 2 bedrooms A living room with electric fireplace, A spa-style bath This versatile space is perfect for multi-generational living, a home office, or guest accommodations, offering privacy and flexibility. Additional Highlights Currently operating as a bed and breakfast, but being sold as a private residence Immaculately maintained, blending timeless elegance with modern comfort High-speed internet makes it easy to work from home. Attention: Current taxes are Class 4 for business. Residential can be reduced to Class 2. Recently appraised Please see under documents for attached floor plans View aerial video tour under virtual tours
For sale
Price increase: $325K (6/18)
$1,200,000
417 E Washington St, Charles Town, WV 25414
6beds
6,188sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1836
1.06 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lower levelStately brick main houseEntertaining with fireplaceSpa-style bathStunning original wood floorsBeautifully landscaped one-acre lotMajestic copper beech trees
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Listing updated: June 18, 2025 at 01:05am
Listed by:
Carolyn Snyder 304-283-1537,
Snyder Bailey & Associates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: WVJF2017738

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
- Level: Main
- Area: 437 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 23
Bedroom 2
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Bedroom 6
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 495 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 8
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 8
Basement
- Level: Lower
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 x 8
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Other
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 448 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32 x 14
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Lower
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Built-in Features, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Laundry
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Vinyl, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 10
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 19
Recreation room
- Features: Fireplace - Electric
- Level: Lower
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Other
- Features: Fireplace - Electric
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 8
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 18
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard, Programmable Thermostat, Radiator, Electric, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Multi Units, Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Attic/House Fan, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), 9'+ Ceilings, High Ceilings, Paneled Walls, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partially Finished,Heated,Connecting Stairway,Partial,Interior Entry,Windows,Improved
- Number of fireplaces: 8
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas/Propane, Insert, Mantel(s), Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,188
- Total interior livable area: 6,188 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,888
- Finished area below ground: 300
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Side, Asphalt, Free, Driveway, Paved, Private, On Street, Detached, Parking Lot
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Sqft: 552
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Chimney Cap(s), Lighting, Rain Gutters, Kennel, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Picket,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden, Mountain(s), Street, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.06 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Subdivision Possible, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Additional parcels included: Lot 101 & 102, House is on 107 & 108
- Parcel number: 03 2025400000000
- Zoning: 101
- Zoning description: Residential Residential Bed and Breakfast Grandfathered
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Negotiable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cast Iron Plumbing, Copper Plumbing, CPVC/PVC, Frame, Glass, HardiPlank Type, Masonry, Rigid Insulation
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Asphalt,Hip
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1836
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Above Ground, Cable Available, Phone, Phone Connected, Water Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Charles Town
- Municipality: Charles Town
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $473,400
- Annual tax amount: $8,285
- Date on market: 6/18/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional
- Inclusions: Freezer, Artic & Fridge, Washer And Dryer, Microwave, 2 Medium Fridges, Pet Enclosure, 3 Prints
- Exclusions: Make Offer On Most Furnishings, See List Exclusions
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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