Fall Hill

Fall Hill is a historic mansion in Fredericksburg featuring Georgian architecture with two stories, a central hallway, and two large rooms on each side of the structure. The building sits near the falls of the Rappahannock River on land with deep historical roots.

The property was originally part of a large land grant from the early 1700s and the current house structure was built in 1790. The family who built the structure shaped the estate for generations to come.

The mansion displays carefully laid brickwork with regular patterns on its exterior walls and features Doric columns on the porches that were added over time. These architectural details show the craftsmanship that wealthy families invested in their homes.

The property is situated near the Rappahannock River falls, making it relatively easy to locate within Fredericksburg. Visitors should expect the terrain to reflect the river's topography, with some hills on the grounds.

During a major Civil War campaign, strategic fortifications were built along the riverbanks because the estate held a key position in the conflict. This military chapter remains visible in the remains found across the property.