About 417 E Washington St
Price Drop Rutherford House Estate – Historic Elegance in the Heart of Charles Town, WV On the National Register of Historic Places. Welcome to the Rutherford House Estate, a distinguished Jefferson County Historic Landmark steeped in Colonial and Civil War history. Ideally located in the heart of charming Charles Town, West Virginia, this extraordinary property sits on a beautifully landscaped one-acre lot, surrounded by majestic copper beech trees in a serene, park-like setting. Main Residence The stately brick main house features: 6 spacious bedrooms 7.5 bathrooms, including a luxurious suite with a whirlpool tub 6 gas log fireplaces Soaring 12-foot ceilings and stunning original wood floors A recreation room is located on the lower level, ideal for entertaining with fireplace and a full bath. Guest House A separate, equally charming brick guest house offers: 2 bedrooms A living room with electric fireplace, A spa-style bath This versatile space is perfect for multi-generational living, a home office, or guest accommodations, offering privacy and flexibility. Additional Highlights Currently operating as a bed and breakfast, but being sold as a private residence Immaculately maintained, blending timeless elegance with modern comfort High-speed internet makes it easy to work from home. Attention: Current taxes are Class 4 for business. Residential can be reduced to Class 2. Recently appraised Please see under documents for attached floor plans View aerial video tour under virtual tours NOTE: Present utility costs reflect use as an active B&B; will be substantially less for private residence.
Features of 417 E Washington St
| MLS® # | WVJF2017738 |
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| Price | $1,125,000 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 7.50 |
| Full Baths | 7 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 6,188 |
| Acres | 1.06 |
| Year Built | 1836 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Federal |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 417 E Washington St |
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| Subdivision | NONE AVAILABLE |
| City | CHARLES TOWN |
| County | JEFFERSON-WV |
| State | WV |
| Municipality | Charles Town |
| Zip Code | 25414 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Attic, Attic/House Fan, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Entry Lvl BR, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Master Bath(s), Shades/Blinds, Wood Floors |
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| Utilities | Cable TV, Above Ground, Cable TV Available, Phone, Phone Connected, Water Available |
| Parking | Asphalt Driveway, Free, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking, Private |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry |
| View | City, Garden/Lawn, Mountain, Street, Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer-front loading, Dryer - Electric, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven-Double, Oven-Self Cleaning, Oven/Range-Electric, Range hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer-front loading, Water Heater |
|---|---|
| Heating | Hot Water, Baseboard - Electric, Programmable Thermostat, Radiator |
| Cooling | Central A/C, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Multi Units, Other |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Partially Finished, Heated, Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Interior Access, Windows, Improved |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 8 |
| Fireplaces | Brick, Gas/Propane, Insert, Mantel(s), Screen |
| # of Stories | 4 |
| Stories | 4 |
Exterior
| Exterior | Brick and Siding, Frame, HardiPlank |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Chimney Cap(s), Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Outbuilding Apartment, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls, Picket Fence, Wrought Iron, Kennels |
| Lot Description | Corner Lot, Subdivision Possible |
| Roof | Architectural Shingle, Asphalt, Hip |
| Foundation | Brick/Mortar |
School Information
| District | JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS |
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| Elementary | WRIGHT DENNY |
| Middle | CHARLES TOWN |
| High | WASHINGTON |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | June 18th, 2025 |
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| Days on Market | 120 |
| Zoning | 101 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Snyder Bailey & Associates |
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