Imagine spending your next snow day here. This historic manor is up for sale (for the first time in 50 years) in Richmond’s historic Carillon neighborhood, near Maymont. Plus, we found out some heartfelt lore while speaking with the realtor.
Year built: 1921
Estate name: William Nolde House
Style: Georgian Revival
Architect: D. Wiley Anderson Bonus:Check out another local home designed by Anderson.
Garden designer: Charles F. Gillette Fun fact: Gillette’s landscape concepts can be found at numerous Richmond destinations, including Agecroft Hall and the Virginia House.
After stumbling upon today’s listing, we reached out to the property realtor, Victoria Quilter. Turns out, the William Nolde House most recently belonged to her grandparents. Now, she has the honor of finding its new owners.
Quilter mentioned that her grandparents used to put life-size nativity scenes in the yard every winter. How would you decorate this ornate home for the holiday season? Take a look, and see if inspiration strikes.
Brush up on a quick history of The Virginia House in our local guide to Tudor Revival architecture, then stop by for the Open House this weekend.
Photo courtesy of Virginia Historical Society + Jennifer M. Guild, Wikicommons
Try This
This Sunday, Dec. 15, the elusive Virginia House, a historic estate coveted for picturesque weddings, will welcome visitors for a Holiday Open House at no cost. It’s like Richmond’s version of Biltmore, but free.
Drink
If you aren’t caught up on our latest animal icon, the drunken antics of a raccoon in an Ashland ABC store made national news. Since then, Hanover Animal Protection has continued to collect donations with “Trashed Panda” T-shirts, and Virginia ABC released three cocktail recipes inspired by the fluke story.
Real Estate
Mansions aren’t the only dream-stirrers. This 1890 farmhouse in Marion Hill is a canvas for decorative personality, and the listing falls below the state average home cost. Add a backyard garden to the vision board, and check it out. Did we mention it’s five minutes from Blue Atlas?
Sports
The 2026 Winter Olympics begin in just 60 days. Soon, athletes from across the globe will head to the picturesque slopes of Northern Italy to compete for the highest accolades in Alpine athletics. Tuning in for the figure skating? Conex RVA’s pop-up ice rink will help you get in the spirit of the games.
Older Adults
Healthy eating, taking walks, and gardening. Those are three things a group of centenarians credited for their long life in a new UnitedHealthcare survey. Another common factor was keeping an active social life, and there’s plenty of inspo for older locals to do that in Richmond.
Trending
Meet the latest holiday trend taking over the internet: “Tacky Christmas.” The look leans into nostalgic kitsch — think rainbow lights, sparkly tinsel, and mismatched ornaments. Want to join in? Richmond’s thrift shops are a great place to start. (House Beautiful)
Travel
$45. That’s the fee you’ll owe at TSA checkpoints starting in February if you show up without a REAL ID and still want to fly. Save yourself the cash (and the hassle) by securing your REAL ID in Richmond ahead of travel time.
Number
27,400+. That’s how many active job listings you can find on our Job Board. Explore openings in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and beyond. Roles for all experience levels are hiring now. Find a new gig for 2026.
Community
Meet Helen “Page” Powell — a shining example of Goodwill’s mission in action. This holiday season, your donated items empower associates like Page to grow and thrive through meaningful work. Learn more about her story and make an impact.*
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of patients pay to see a licensed dietitian with Nourish. Find a dietitian covered by insurance and build a personalized nutrition plan — a structured, supportive way to map out your 2026 wellness goals now.*
I hope everyone enjoyed our first snow of the season this past Friday. It got me wondering, where are the best sledding spots in Richmond? Let me know.
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