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78 Canterbury Drive

STAFFORD, VA 22554

4 beds
3 baths
5,348 sqft
~3 acre lot
$204 per sqft
2002 build

Your own Private Retreat! Luxurious POTOMAC RIVER WATERFRONT Open Concept Colonial w MILLION $$ Views! Private Community dock w 15x30 exclusive-use boat slip + 15x40 concrete boat ramp. Wooded trails, park area w Fire Pit, fruit-bearing Fig & Paw Paw trees & various types of berry bushes, large gazebo, attached & detached garages, seasonal flowers/bushes. Professionally landscaped with spectacular 20-mile river views at "The Pirates Peak"! 5-minute stroll to Aquia Landing Park for sandy beaches, 2000' of shoreline fishing & much more! HIGH SPEED 300MBps BROADBAND INTERNET Installed! HiDef DirectTV, AT&T/Verizon Cell Reception! 10 min to Brooke Station VRE, easy commute to Nova/DC! 15 minutes to Stafford & Rte95, 20 min to Fredericksburg or Quantico for convenient shopping & entertainment. Two 60x4 covered verandas for spectacular River views & access from almost every room, wide enough for lounging & quiet dinners watching eagles & boaters! Huge 15x20 MASTER BR Suite w cathedral ceiling, lighted ceiling fan, sitting room, huge 10x20 walk-in closet, sliding glass doors to the veranda for fantastic Potomac & Aquia Rivers views. Large tiled en-suite 11x14 w double vanity, soaking tub & separate shower.2nd BR 13x14 w sliding glass door access to veranda w 9x15 walk-in closet, which could double as a 4th bedroom. Large 3rd BR 13x17 faces to the rear & has great views of 4 retaining walls/tiers, roosting eagles, fox & deer & The Pirates Peak! Ample LAUNDRY RM 13x7 w full-size dryer & washer, large deep sink, area for folding clothes, large wardrobe to store detergents & cleaners, towels & linens.HUGE 19x26 EAT-IN KITCHEN a Gourmet Chef's dream w recessed lighting, tiled flooring, upper/lower maple wood cabinets, pantry, refrigerator w water/ice maker, built-in oven/microwave, dishwasher, 4-burner gas cooktop. All appliances covered by the "Sears Home Warranty & Replacement Plan" are transferable to the new owner. HUGE 12x4 island & custom Travertine Tiled Backsplash, complementing the dark grey Corian countertops & maple cabinets. FAMILY RM 18x22 w dramatic cathedral ceiling, lighted ceiling fan, bookshelves, pre-wired 5.1 Home Theater Surround Sound w speakers, bay window. View the Potomac River while watching TV in front of the gas fireplace. Bright SUN RM 17x20 (2nd primary bedroom ) overlooks Potomac River from a large 4x6 picture window & secluded wooded area to the side. Hummingbirds & butterflies dance around all of the windows during the summer. Formal 14x16 DINING RM easily accommodates a 10' dining table w china hutch & long side bench or side table, crown molding, chair railing & shelf ceiling w white entrance colonnades! BILLIARD RM 14x14 off Dining Rm & currently used as an OFFICE w crown molding, chair railing & shelf ceiling. FRONT RECEIVING ROOM 15x7 off foyer used as Formal Office & sleeping overflow for overnight guests, crown molding, chair railing.1900sf FINISHED WALKOUT BASEMENT w recessed lighting: 16x58 open space pre-wired wall sconces, 7.1 Surround Sound, high-end padded carpet, two lighted ceiling fans. Separate 13x14 room with padded carpeting,12x14 utility room for HVAC/hot water/water treatment, rough-in for 4th bathroom! 16x18' tiled entrance room to walkout basement leading to a 10x10 landscaped patio with various flowers and ornamental & fig trees to relax while watching the Potomac River. 8x12' Screened maintenance-free GAZEBO overlooks the Potomac River with professional landscaping.15x20' maintenance-free detached GARAGE to house your tractor, gardening tools & equipment, a Boat, or Jet Ski?!40x40' landscaped & treed PARK AREA with a fire pit. Backup generator."The Pirate's Peak" overlooks 20-mile stretches of Potomac River, Aquia Creek & Landing. A semi-restored Civil War Confederate Artillery emplacement about 100' behind the peak on private property.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Samson Properties

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 4, 2024 •

MLS# VAST2026956 —

The Building

Year Built:

2002
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Block, Blown-In Insulation, Brick Veneer, Concrete, Frame, HardiPlank Type
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Colonial, Georgian
Levels:

3
Door Features:

ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), French, Insulated, Sliding Glass
Window Features:

Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Screens, Vinyl Clad
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Slab
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Rough Bath Plumb, Side Entrance, Space For Rooms, Walkout Level, Windows
Total SqFt Source:

Estimated
Total Below Grade SqFt:

2306
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

3572
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Finished SqFt:

1776
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt:

530
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

3684

Interior

Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Living Area SqFt Source:

Estimated

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

5878
Living Area SqFt:

5,348 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Settlement

Location

Directions:

Off Pocahontas Ln
Latitude:

38.38052000
Longitude:

-77.31635000

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

3.01
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

130,897 Sqft
Zoning:

A1
In City Limits:

No
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

Yes
Water Oriented:

Yes
Water Access:

Yes
Water Body Type:

River
Navigable Water:

Yes
Water Frontage In Feet:

150

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

41C 2
Tax Year:

2022
Tax Lot:

2
Tax Annual Amount:

$6,857
Tax Assessed Value:

$806,700
Year Assessed:

2022
County Tax:

6857.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

4
Upper Level Bedrooms:

4
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

1%
Buyer Agency Comp Type:

% Of Gross
Buyer Agency Comp Selection:

Percent

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Heat Pump(s), Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel:

Propane - Leased, Electric

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable TV, Propane
Sewer/Septic:

Community Septic Tank
Hot Water:

Propane
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, ENERGY STAR Freezer, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Instant Hot Water, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Dispenser, Water Heater, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Laundry Type:

Upper Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit

Schools

School District Name:

Stafford County Public Schools
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Canterbury Estates
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

Yes
Condo/Coop Association:

No
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities:

Boat Dock/Slip, Boat Ramp, Common Grounds
HOA Fee:

$57
HOA Fee Frequency:

Monthly
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee:

Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Management, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Reserve Funds, Sewer

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

4
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access, Oversized
Garage Spaces:

4.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Site
Parking Features:

Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway, Private
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

3
# of Detached Garage Spaces:

1

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,095,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,863
Taxes	$571
Insurance	$301
Utilities	$275 See report
Total	$7,010/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/3/24 May 3, 2024	Price Changed	BRIGHT	$1,095,000	-0.5%
2/28/24 Feb 28, 2024	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$1,100,000

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This house located in Canterbury Estates, VA 22554 is currently for sale for $1,095,000. 78 Canterbury Drive is a 5,348 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths. 78 Canterbury Drive is in the Canterbury Estates neighborhood of STAFFORD and has a WalkScore® of 4, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Brooke Point High School, Stafford Middle School, and Stafford Elementary School.

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