11 BR/12 BA RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER FRONT MANSION on 2.4 ACRES on “THE GOLD COAST”—TAPPAHANNOCK, VA

11 BR/12 BA RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER FRONT MANSION on 2.4 ACRES on “THE GOLD COAST”—TAPPAHANNOCK, VA

DUE TO A SUIT FILED BY AN EXCLUDED HEIR, THE JOHNSTON ESTATE AUCTIONS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!!!
From the Estate of A.N. Johnston III:  11 BR/12 BA Rappahannock River front mansion on 2.4 +/- acres featuring swimming pool, pool house, tennis court, 400' +/- dock w/sunroom, boat lift and more!!  Auction will be conducted on site at the property

From the Estate of A.N. Johnston III (J. Robert Yeaman III, Executor):  We have been contracted to market and sell this iconic Rappahannock River front home on "The Gold Coast" of Tappahannock, VA at public auction.  The amazing property is absolutely ideal for a multi-generational family living situation, corporate retreat or weekend river get away.....make it yours!!

  • 11 BR/12 BA furnished brick home on 2.42 +/- acres (double lot) w/swimming pool, pool house, tennis court and 400' +/- dock--343' +/- of Rappahannock River frontage!!
  • This home has 9,494 +/- sf. above ground and 3,984 sf. basement for a total of 13,478 +/- sf. of living space.
  • This home MUST be seen to be appreciated, but some of the many highlights are:  3 kitchens, formal dining room, sunken great room w/custom bar & 20'+ ceilings overlooking the river, formal living room, den/study, office/library, 9 fireplaces, huge master suite and bathroom, 4 staircases from main floor to 2nd floor, 2 staircases from main floor to basement, 3 handicap chair lifts for steps, multiple washer/dryer hook ups, 2nd floor den w/wet bar
  • 1,400 +/- sf. 3 car attached garage w/storage space and full bathroom
  • Home features ornate chair rail, crown and base molding and wainscoting
  • All of the bedrooms on the rear of the home have a walk-out balcony over looking the majestic  Rappahannock River!
  • Storage attic w/separate staircase
  • Central vac system; security system; intercom system; water treatment system; out door shower
  • The amazing pier/dock features boat lift, several slips, rod holders, glass enclosed sun room w/ceiling fans, storage room w/sink.  Dock has electricity and water.
  • Home has access to community concrete boat ramp
  • Home is heated and cooled by heat pumps and has 9 gas log fireplaces; public water and private septic system
  • This home will be sold with all the furnishings; however, if the new owner does not desire to keep the furnishings, we will be happy to connect you with a liquidator willing to buy the furnishings and remove them from the home.
  • Tax Map:  31D-1-A-12A & 12;  Zoned:  R-2
  • Only $250,000 Starting Bid!!

Professional photographs and video coming soon!!

Need Financing for this property??  Please contact Kelly Strauss for financing information (540-226-1279)

Although not required, if you have been working with a Realtor, please have them visit www.nichollsauction.com and complete their broker participation form.  In order for the Realtor to be compensated, broker forms must be completed and submitted no later than 5 pm on 4/27/17, and all terms adhered to.

Property Tours:  Monday, April 17 @ 3:00pm SHARP and Monday, April 24 @ 3:00pm SHARP.  Please contact Kelly Strauss for more information or a private preview of the property (540-226-1279).


$40,000 deposit is due immediately after confirmation of final bid and the balance due at closing within 30-45 days (unless prior written arrangements have been made by contacting Kelly Strauss 540-226-1279 or kelly@nichollsauction.com). Deposit must be in the form of a cashier's check/certified check made payable to yourself. A 10% buyer's premium will be added to the final bid, and will become a part of the purchase price. Property sold in as-is condition, and is not contingent upon buyer's financing, condition of property, appraisal, inspection, etc.  Pre-approved (no later than 5 pm on 4/27/17) broker participation is welcome and well compensated. Auctioneer's Note: All information and dimensions were derived from sources believed to be correct, but are not guaranteed. Buyers shall rely on their own information, judgment, and inspection of the property. All auction day announcements take precedence over any previously printed material or any other oral statements made.