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Stately magnolia and a
huge tulip poplar tree provide shade for the
home, which is sited on a slight rise among
working crop fields. |
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This traditional Northern Neck farmhouse appears
from a cedar-lined lane off a country road.
The charming side-hall plan house was built c.
1840. |
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Once owned by
Frederick W. Claybrook, Afton,
built circa 1840, is one of many side
hall homes in the county. |
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Purchased by the Rice family in 1916,
the 100-acre farm
sits on land that was originally
patented by Richard Lee I in 1658.
Family member Major General
W. Thomas
Rice, former Chairman of the Board of
CSX Corporation, grew up at Afton and
was responsible for adding the immense
porch at the rear of the house in the
1970's. An exquisite piano, made in
Baltimore by the Knabe & Gaehle Company,
was a wedding gift to the owner’s
grandmother from her grandfather. It
resides in the entrance hall under the
watchful eye of Major General Rice from
his official portrait. Outdoor
amenities include a “Northern Neck”
tennis court, a formal garden in
youthful stages and beautiful mature
hardwood trees. Open for Historic
Garden Week for the first time. Mrs.
Lynn Rice Whalen, owner. |
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