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Rosemont (Powhatan, Virginia)

Coordinates: 37°36′22″N 77°58′42″W / 37.60611°N 77.97833°W / 37.60611; -77.97833
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Rosemont
Rosemont (Powhatan, Virginia) is located in Virginia
Rosemont (Powhatan, Virginia)
Rosemont (Powhatan, Virginia) is located in the United States
Rosemont (Powhatan, Virginia)
Location4747 Cosby Rd., near Powhatan, Virginia
Coordinates37°36′22″N 77°58′42″W / 37.60611°N 77.97833°W / 37.60611; -77.97833
Area20 acres (8.1 ha)
Built1898 (1898)
ArchitectDodd, C.L.
Architectural styleQueen Anne, Stick/eastlake
NRHP reference No.08000482[1]
VLR No.072-0169
Significant dates
Added to NRHPMay 29, 2008
Designated VLRMarch 20, 2008[2]

Rosemont, also known as Taylor's Seat and Hardscrabble, is a historic home located near Powhatan, Powhatan County, Virginia. It was built in 1898, and is a 2+12-story, frame dwelling in the Queen Anne / Stick Style. It features Gothic Revival detailing, varying window types, stained glass, wainscoting and a plethora of fireplaces. Also on the property are the contributing original frame stable and cemetery.[3]

It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  2. ^ "Virginia Landmarks Register". Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Retrieved 5 June 2013.
  3. ^ G. Swift Williams Jr. (October 2007). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: Rosemont" (PDF). Virginia Department of Historic Resources. and Accompanying four photos