Willow Shade, Greek Revival house in Winchester, United States
Willow Shade stands as a two-story brick dwelling with five bays across the front, three bays deep, and features an English basement foundation.
Built in 1851 by William Cather, this residence served as the childhood home of author Willa Cather from 1874 to 1883 before her family relocated to Nebraska.
The house influenced Willa Cather's literary works, particularly her final novel Sapphira and the Slave Girl, which contains detailed descriptions of the property.
Located at the intersection of Frederick County Road and US 50, the private residence sits on 4.5 acres of land near Winchester, Virginia.
The property received recognition on both the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places in December 1989 and 1990 respectively.
Location: Frederick County
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 39.26280,-78.30170
Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:14
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