2525 Fairfield Avenue

From one oil baron dynasty to another golden-oil dynasty, this Georgian Italianite mansion celebrates its centennial transferring the stewardship from one loving owner to the next. Led by the world renowned architect Edward Neil, R.W. and Annie Norton built this residence in 1925. Spanning 6,000 sq. ft, this red-brick mansion exudes the grandeur of the crossing from the Gilded Age to the New Age. Sitting on a 1.33 acre corner lot in Highland with six garages, this home welcomes you with solid-iron gates and Crepe Myrtle trees lined on Robinson with original lampposts. The mansion features seven marble fireplaces, original light fixtures, a Virginia blue slate roof, copper gutters and downspouts, and a floating spiral staircase that is rumored to be the first built in the country. Every corner reveals authentic detail that tells its own story- from the original French chandeliers to the handcrafted archway and copper screens that still stand strong a century later. In this 5 expansive bedroom, 4.5 bath residence you will find original hardwood and marble floors, original breathtaking poured plaster molding ceiling, reliefs of nymphs and clam shell starburst sculpted by European artesian, cedar closets in every bedroom, Hunter original ceiling fans in the sunroom and library, original tile and woodwork in the bathrooms, and an original built-in safe. The large sized eat-in kitchen offers a pantry, butler’s pantry, and a commercial grade gas stove. The primary suite features an ensuite bath and a connected nursery for convenience. Beyond the main residence, you will find two custom-built treehouses with a drawbridge and a 500 sq. ft. apartment that provides private living with its own kitchen, living space, bedroom, and a full bath, and an additional restored & unfinished cottage. Outdoors, enjoy the beauty of an organic garden, Seven Sisters and Italian roses on all surrounding fencing, and a beautiful Italianite oversized fountain.