Howard Place, U.S. Route 15, Montpelier Station, Orange County, Virginia

Significance: Mayhurst is an excellent example of the 'Bracketed Style' of Victorian architecture in Virginia. Although retaining many elements of classical design, such as the strict symmetry and Georgian plan, the details exhibit the exuberant spirit associated with Italianate Victorian architecture. / Constructed in 1859-90, "Mayhurst" is an excellent example of the 'Bracketed Style' of architecture in Virginia. While it retains the Classical elements of symmetry and a Georgian plan, the detailing exemplifies the exuberant spirit of Victorian architecture. The design of this house strongly suggests that its architect was N.G. Starkweather.
Unprocessed Field note material exists for this structure: FN-317
Survey number: HABS VA-1082
Building/structure dates: ca. 1860 Initial Construction