Barton Lodge

Barton Lodge is a Classical Revival mansion in Hot Springs, Virginia, featuring a two-and-a-half-story wooden frame with Corinthian columns supporting a pedimented portico. The residence sits on a hillside with views toward the historic Homestead resort in the surrounding landscape.

The lodge was built between 1898 and 1900 by Seth Barton French, a major investor in the Virginia Hot Springs Company during its early development. The property received a new name, Malvern Hall, when ownership changed in 1927.

The building was named after Seth Barton French, an early investor in the Virginia Hot Springs Company whose family shaped the property's legacy. Visitors today can see how the Classical Revival style reflects the wealth and taste of the era.

The property is visible from the road at 373 French's Hill Drive and can be viewed from the exterior. Since this is a private residence, visitors should respect the property boundaries and approach with courtesy.

The house was an early adopter of steel frame construction, an advanced building method in the early 1900s. This innovative technique made the structure more durable and allowed architectural possibilities that were uncommon at the time.

Location: Virginia

GPS coordinates: 37.99670,-79.83440

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:46