
Land with Home for Sale in South Boston, Virginia
9000 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA 24520
A rare opportunity to own one of Halifax County's most distinguished historic estates. The sale includes the Main home at 9000 & 9008 Philpott, secondary-income producing home-2BR 1 Bath. Bloomsburg, also known as the Watkins House, is a remarkable Greek Revival property whose main residence was completed circa 1839 for merchant-planter Alexander Watkins. Recognized as one of the first generation of Greek Revival houses in Halifax County, Bloomsburg was listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places in 2017. Set amid approximately 94 acres of beautifully maintained pastures and countryside, the estate offers a setting every bit as impressive as its history. Architectural details documented by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources include marble mantels, decorative plaster cornices and ceiling medallions, an ornamental staircase, and surviving historic dependencies including a mid-19th-century brick kitchen and carriage house. Today, Bloomsburg combines its irreplaceable historic character with the comforts expected of a modern country estate. Numerous system upgrades have been thoughtfully incorporated while preserving the home's architectural significance. Outdoors, an in-ground swimming pool, gazebo, expansive grounds, and manicured pastures create exceptional spaces for entertaining, recreation, horses, farming, or simply enjoying the privacy of nearly 100 acres. Adding even greater versatility is a separate two-bedroom residence currently producing rental income, offering an immediate income stream and possibilities for a guest house, caretaker's residence, or multigenerational living. Bloomsburg is more than a home-it is an opportunity to become the next steward of a property woven into the history of Halifax County.
Location
- Street address
- 9000 Philpott Rd
- County
- Halifax County
- Zip code
- 24520
- Community
- Halifax
- Elevation
- 500 feet
Directions
From Riverdale, travel West on HWY 58-Philpott Rd, Turn right at driveway at 9000 Philpott.
Property details
- Acreage
- 93.69 acres
- Zoning
- A1
- MLS #
- SPLLBR 73408
- Posted
Parcels
- 12258. 12259
- 32086
Legal description
BLOOMSBURG TRACT - DANRIPPLE, BLOOMSBURG TR. DANRIPPLE & LOT 4 PRN12258, PT LOT 12 & 3 TURBEVILLE RD
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
Exterior
- Structures
- Storage
- Features
- 50-100 Acres, Concrete Drive, Gravel Drive, In-Ground Pool
Structure
- Stories
- 3
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Cooling
- Heat Pump
- Materials
- Solid Masonry, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Room Count
- 11
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 4, Dining Room, Laundry Room x 2
- Flooring
- Carpet-Full, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Range Top, Refrigerator, Single Oven, Washer/Dryer
- Features
- 1st Floor Laundry, Cable TV, Dining Room, Electric Dryer Hook-Up, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Storage Room, Utility/Laundry Room, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer Hookup
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Turbeville Elementary | Elementary |
| Halifax County Middle | Middle |
| Halifax County High School | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | New listing | $1,495,000 | — | SPLLBR |




































































