Belle Grove (Delaplane, Virginia)

Belle Grove is a historic home and farm located near Delaplane, Virginia, dating back to around 1812. This Federal-style manor house features a unique 2+1⁄2-story structure with five bays, complemented by a summer kitchen built in 1850. The property includes several historic outbuildings such as a meat house, barn, and various sheds, along with a cemetery dating from 1826 to 1940. Recognized for its historical significance, Belle Grove was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006, making it an intriguing destination for tourists and researchers interested in early American architecture and rural history.