showcased as the 2025 southern living idea house, “keswick springs” sits on five wooded acres within keswick estate just outside charlottesville. spanning over 4,900 sq ft, the home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 full-plus-2 half baths, blending traditional southern architecture with modern livability. designed by rosney co. architects, built by alexander nicholson, with interiors by charlotte moss and landscaping by waterstreetstudio, this property was created to inspire. a gracious entry opens to light-filled rooms including a refined dining room, library, chef’s kitchen with scullery and wet bar, and multiple areas for entertaining. the primary suite is a private retreat, while additional bedrooms and a snug studio offer flexibility for guests or work. features include custom wallpaper, artisan-crafted millwork, and expansive windows framing garden and water views. outdoor living offers deep porches, a screened porch, and terraces overlooking native plantings, kitchen gardens, fruit trees, and a tranquil lake with a meandering stream. combining timeless design, quality craftsmanship, and a rare natural setting, keswick springs is both a southern showcase and a private retreat, offering beauty and comfort year-round.