Shawmark Farm, the epitome of elegant country living is only minutes from the historic village of Middleburg.. Once featured in Washington Home and Garden Magazine, this 4BR/5FB/2HB home underwent a major renovation and expansion in 2002 to create its current 8600+sf of exquisite living space. Upon entering the gracious foyer, guests and loved ones are immediately greeted by a style that is updated, yet classic and true to its European design. Beautiful wide plank hardwood floors and extensive custom finishes throughout define a well built home that is made for today's living. Ideal for entertaining, the gourmet kitchen includes the very finest of appliances sure to delight the chef. Elegantly appointed and generously sized dining and living rooms create multiple conversation areas and the thoughtful architecture ensures a wonderful flow from room to room. The wood paneled bar is a great gathering place. Entertaining can easily be brought outside via multiple french doors leading to a refreshing pool and slate patios with multiple seating areas, or enjoy a stroll through the gardens, designed to be beautiful and ever changing throughout the seasons. The Master Suite is spa-like boasting a sumptuous en suite bath, a sitting room and meditation room along with ample closet space and closet systems. Two additional bedrooms, both with updated en suite baths complete the upper level. The fully finished basement includes a sauna, gym, a 4th bedroom and bath and a large media room complete with wet bar and pool table. Additionally, above the garage, there is a large office with a kitchenette and full bath that could lend itself to an in-law or nanny suite. The property also includes a well appointed 2000sf 3BR/3BA Guest House and garage space for 12 vehicles for the car collector. A 12 stall courtyard horse barn, with full equine amenities ( including a large riding arena), along with a renovated 3BR cottage complete the estate. Surrounded by large acreage properties, Shawmark Farm has the feel of a large property while being an easily manageable 15 acres in two parcels. Ideal for a family compound or income producing property