Virginia Manor

Virginia Manor is a two-story residence with one-story wings on both sides, situated along State Route 130 in Natural Bridge Station. The 33-acre estate preserves multiple structures from different construction periods of the 1800s, including the original log structure from around 1800 and the expanded center section completed in 1856.

The manor began as a simple log structure around 1800 and underwent major expansion in the middle of the 1800s. Recognition came in 1987 when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places, reflecting its importance as a record of changing architecture and lifestyles across generations.

The manor reflects regional building traditions through various outbuildings such as a playhouse, spring house, smokehouse, and railroad waiting station. Together, these structures tell the story of how a wealthy family lived during the 1800s.

The property sits along a state highway and is surrounded by ample grounds for visitors to explore. The best time to visit is on clear days when you can better see the architectural details and the surrounding landscape.

Between 1897 and 1920, the original structure gained prominent bay windows that changed how the house looked. These later additions show how wealthy owners updated their homes over decades to match their tastes and modern preferences.