Fuller, who named it "Alta Vista" for its scenic view over open hillsides facing east across Winchester.

Later, while commanding the 4th Virginia Infantry in the Confederate States Army, Moore offered his home to serve as headquarters for Major General Thomas J.

Jackson moved into the house in November 1861, shortly after taking command of the Valley District of the Department of Northern Virginia.

While living here, the Jacksons became very fond of the people and culture of Winchester, and referred to it as their "winter home", hoping to settle here after the Civil War.

In a letter to Anna shortly after he arrived, Jackson commented: The situation is beautiful, the building is of a cottage style and contains six rooms.