Ripshin Farm, Historic farm and residence in Troutdale, Virginia.
The main house at Ripshin Farm features a central fieldstone section with log wings on both sides, along with two guest cottages and a writing cabin.
Sherwood Anderson purchased the property in 1925 and developed it from a small farm into his year-round residence, where he lived until his death in 1941.
The farm became a center of literary creation where Anderson wrote most of his later works, including his bestseller Dark Laughter completed in 1925.
The 76-acre property sits at the junction of Routes 603 and 732, with access through a long driveway on the east side of Route 603.
Anderson initially resided in a log cabin on the property while overseeing the construction of the main house, which later became his permanent writing sanctuary.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 36.69810,-81.40720
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:20
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