Rappahannock County is Virginia's only county without a stop light yet only 62 miles from Washington DC making it the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle. Since the formation of Rappahannock County, Spring House Farm has passed down through just 3 families. It's 182 beautifully rolling acres will be offered in 5 scenic tracts. Tracts have some basic covenants and restrictions. Scenic countryside and mountain views throughout the property are ideal for potential home sites. There is a total of approx. 2500 of frontage on US-211 / Lee Hwy. There are 3 homes on the property including the original circa 1700's home, a 3 bedroom cottage, and a 2 bedroom rental home. They have big, level yards that are bordered by long, hand laid, rock walls that transition to rolling pastures and eventually lead to and up Hickerson Mountain to an elevation around 1200' with plentiful deer and turkey. Spring House Farm is ideal for country estate, private home sites, weekend retreat, hunting, farming, recreation, and rental income. It offers a great location near Massies Corner only 4 miles from the renowned Inn at Little Washington. It is tax assessed at $1,658,000 and was previously listed for $1,995,000.

OFFERED IN 5 TRACTS & AS A WHOLE

Tr.1 +/-24 Acres: A beautiful tract with scenic knoll ideal for your new home and plenty of room to roam. Great for beautiful estate or small farm with a couple of horses or cattle. Approximately 350 feet of frontage on Lee Hwy with an existing entance.

Tr.2 +/-16 Acres: Nice farmette that includes the historic main home, cottage, and barn. It offers approximately 660 feet of white fenced frontage on Lee Hwy with an existing entrance accessed by both homes. Great potential for an amazing homeplace, B&B, VRBO, weddings, horse property, etc. The original home dates back to the 1700's with several additions and improvements over the years. It offers 2,927 sq.ft. with 6 bedrooms (2 main level & 2 2nd floor), 2 full baths, and 6 fireplaces. Water is provided by a spring located at the farm's namesake spring house. It is currently rented for $1,250/mo. The cottage offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. It has it's own septic but shares the water source with the main home. It is currently vacant but was last rented for $1,000/mo.

Tr.3 +/-79 Acres: Incredible tract that offers a great selection of potential home sites with panoramic views, privacy, and a portion of Hickerson Mountain with a trail to the top. Plenty of wildlife including whitetail deer and turkey. The tract has approximately 370 feet of frontage on Lee Hwy with an existing entrance along the old highway road bed. Perfect for exclusive private estate, mountain cabin, weekend retreat, hunting, recreation, and more.

Tr.4 +/-43 Acres: Nice tract for your new home providing a mix of rolling pastures, woodlands, creeks, and privacy. Approximately 950 feet of frontage on Lee Hwy with existing entrance along old highway road bed.

Tr.5 +/-20 Acres: Beautiful, rolling pastures with creek. Home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath and is currently rented for $1,000/month. The backyard is fenced with a storage shed, chicken coop, and nice garden area.

PREVIEW DATES:

Sun, Sept.6 from 1-3PM

Thu, Sept.10 from 4-6PM

Sun, Sept.13 from 1-3PM

Sun, Sept.20 from 1-3PM

Wed, Sept.23 from 12-2PM

Day of sale beginning at 11:30AM

or by appointment (main home and rental home are occupied)

TERM SUMMARY:

10% deposit day of sale by cash or check. Balance due at closing on or about 30 days. 5% buyer's premium added to high bid to determine final contract price. Click on the Terms tab to view the complete Terms and Conditions for this auction.