1500 Chesapeake Avenue, Hampton, VA 23661
A rare opportunity to own one of Hampton's landmark waterfront estates overlooking Hampton Roads Harbor and the Chesapeake Bay. Originally built in 1900 by Hampton entrepreneur Captain John C. Robinson and formerly known as the Dorothy Rouse-Bottom Estate, this remarkable residence has been meticulously restored while preserving its timeless character. Offering nearly 8,000 square feet of living space, including a private guest suite above the detached garage, the home features 7 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, beautifully updated bathrooms, grand formal rooms, original moldings, stained glass, and five working fireplaces. The gourmet kitchen showcases an iconic Aga range, Smallbone English cabinetry, butler's pantry, and abundant natural light. A private waterfront fitness room, English-inspired gardens, commercial pier with covered Tidetamer boat lift and dual 10,000-lb. lifts, and an expansive covered porch with endless harbor views complete this extraordinary estate.
Property Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Dryer Hookup
- Microwave
- Gas Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Washer Hookup
- Interior Features
- Fireplace Gas-natural
- Walk-In Closet
- Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic
- Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Zoned
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Nat Gas
- Radiant
- Rooms
- 1st Floor BR
- Breakfast Area
- Foyer
- PBR with Bath
- Office/Study
- Porch
- Sun Room
- Utility Room
- Exterior Features
- Wood
- Roof
- Slate
- View
- River
- Water
- Parking
- Garage Det 2 Car
- Multi Car
- Off Street
- Driveway Spc
School Information
- School District
- Hampton Public Schools
- Elementary School
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Hunter B. Andrews
3120 Victoria Boulevard
Hampton, VA 23661
1.30 mi away
- Middle School
-
C. Alton Lindsay Middle
1636 Briarfield Rd
Hampton, VA 23661
1.88 mi away
- High School
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Hampton High
1491 W Queen St
Hampton, VA 23669
1.96 mi away
Listing Courtesy of Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville
