Chester (Homeville, Virginia)

Chester is a historic home located near Homeville in Sussex County, Virginia, built in 1773. This two-story, three-bay frame dwelling features a distinctive side gable roof and two exterior chimney stacks, which are connected by pent closets on both floors. An additional two-story wing with its own exterior chimney was added in the 1820s. Recognized for its historical significance, Chester was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, making it a noteworthy site for tourists and researchers interested in early American architecture and history.