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$600,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 762 Sq. Ft.
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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

Full Property Details for 899 Wares Gap Rd

General

  • Sold For: $600,000
  • Taxes: $194 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: 673824
  • Added to Site: 83 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Kitchen, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
  • Fireplace(s): Wood
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 1

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Security System, Smoke Detector

Location

  • County: AMHERST
  • Driving Directions: In Amherst, take Rt. 60 west, to left turn on Rt. 610 , Puppy Creek Rd., left on Rt. 636, Wares Gap Rd. to #899 ( driveway with gate) on left, near top of ridge and the intersection w/ Grant's Hollow Rd..

School Information

  • School District: Amherst County Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Pleasant View
  • Middle School: Monelison
  • High School: Amherst

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Steam
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Exists
  • Water: Spring
  • Utility Description: Electric Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cabin/Lodge, Cottage
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Log
  • Foundation: Stone, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Copper
  • Stories Description: Main
  • Building Size: 1098
  • Square Feet: 762
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 762 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 762 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1838
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Lot Features

  • Property View: Mountain, Pasture, Trees/Woods, Panoramic
  • Lot Size (Acres): 96.78
  • Zoning: A
  • Lot Description: Mountainous, Partly Wooded, Private, Trees/Wooded

Water Features

  • Water Front Type: Spring

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Exposure/Shade
  • Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $851.71
  • Tax Amount: $194
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Other
  • Inclusions: appliances in kitchen

Listed by McLean Faulconer Inc., Realtor, JIM FAULCONER and McLean Faulconer Inc., Realtor, WILL FAULCONER
Sold by UnrepresentedBuyer, Unrepresented Buyer

Listing agents

— 899 Wares Gap Rd —

  • JIM FAULCONER

    McLean Faulconer Inc., Realtor

  • WILL FAULCONER

    McLean Faulconer Inc., Realtor

Listing Office Email: homes@mcleanfaulconer.com

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Schools serving 899 Wares Gap Rd

School District:Amherst County Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Temperance Elementary School
1981 Lowesville Road, Amherst, VA 24521
PK-57.7 mi
Amherst Middle School
165 Gordons Fairgrounds Road, Amherst, VA 24521
6-88.6 mi
Amherst County High School
139 Lancer Lane, Amherst, VA 24521
9-127.3 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 899 Wares Gap Rd

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Sold
$600,000
-7.55%
MLS
3/04/2026
Listed
$649,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by McLean Faulconer Inc., Realtor, JIM FAULCONER and McLean Faulconer Inc., Realtor, WILL FAULCONER
Sold by UnrepresentedBuyer, Unrepresented Buyer

899 Wares Gap Rd, Monroe, VA 24574 (MLS# 673824) is a Single Family property that was sold at $600,000 on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 899 Wares Gap Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Monroe? You can browse all Monroe real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.