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PRICE $649,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 1
BATHS 1
HOME SIZE 762 sqft
LOT SIZE 96.78 ac

Tucked away atop Tobacco Row Mountain, this extraordinary 96.78-acre mountain retreat features a beautifully restored circa 1838 log cabin and an adjacent but separate tax parcel of 11+ acres ( being part of the 96.78 acres) with driveway to CLEARED mountaintop homesite, over 2000 ft. elevation, with well/septic and stunning 360 degree views. The 1.5-story historic cabin showcases hand-hewn V-notch logs, two wood-burning stone fireplaces, yellow pine tongue-and-groove ceilings, solid oak floors, American chestnut logs and details, and all new windows. THE CABIN HAS FIREFLY HIGH SPEED FIBER INTERNET!!! The fully rebuilt kitchen & bath (2025) include custom rustic ash cabinetry, chestnut wood shelving, new appliances, custom tile, and stone accents straight from the nearby James River. Major upgrades include new 200-amp service, updated plumbing & electrical, two mini-splits, new pressure tank & hot water heater. Spring-fed water system with 1,175-gallon gravity-fed tank. Septic permitted for 2BR. Mostly wooded acreage with trails, streams, springs, cleared meadow, and a 12x28 storage barn. Ideal weekend retreat, recreational haven, including future homesite with a spectacular panoramic view!!!,Solid Surface Counter,Wood Cabinets,Fireplace in Bedroom,Fireplace in Living Room

DAYS ON MARKET 0 LAST UPDATED 3/4/2026
TRACT NONE AVAILABLE YEAR BUILT 1838
COUNTY AMHERST STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District AMHERST COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School PLEASANT VIEW
Jr. High School MONELISON
High School AMHERST


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
BASEMENT Crawl Space
CONSTRUCTION Log
FIREPLACE Yes
HEAT Electric, Steam
LOT 96.78 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Few Trees, Private, Wooded
SEWER Septic Tank
STORIES 1.5
STYLE Cabin/Lodge, Cottage
SUBDIVISION NONE AVAILABLE
TAXES 194.59
UTILITIES Electricity Available
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Mountain(s), Pasture, Trees/Woods, Panoramic
WATER Spring
ZONING Agricultural
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