Mount Pleasant History

The two-story, 4,500 square foot brick manor home of Flemish bond, with slate roof offers two spacious suites on the second floor accessed by separate staircase. A total of five spacious bedrooms, three baths, a large country kitchen, formal dining room with hand carved chair rail and French doors invite your extended visit. This colonial masterpiece, circa 1830, the estate itself was originally owned by the prominent Moon family of Charlottesville, was reportedly designed by Thomas Jefferson. Steeped in history, Mount Pleasant holds the Moon family burial ground as well as the original cemetery for plantation workers and their families. Mt Pleasant manor was restored under the stewardship of former owner Bernard Arnault and subsequently updated under its current ownership to offer state of the art comforts while still preserving its rich history.