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Property Description
NO HOA/NO RESTRICTIONS! Motivated Sellers! Bring your offers! Main Level Living! POOL! 5 GARAGE SPACES, POLE BARN & MORE! Appraised for $646,000! Ranch-Style Retreat on almost 8.5 Acres in Frederick County, VA, 20 mins. from Winchester! Calling all Homesteaders - your Farmette awaits! This property offers endless possibilities, any type of hobby, gardening, farmette, horses, workshop, mechanic's shop, Artist or spa retreat, work remote, etc. Hunters - wildlife abounds! The sky's the limit! Welcome to your private oasis in the heart of Frederick County! Nestled on over 8 partially wooded acres along peaceful Light Road, this beautifully maintained home (with a heated in-ground swimming pool & several out-buildings) offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience. Minutes from both historic Winchester and the historic, spa town of Berkeley Springs, WV. Enjoy the best of both worlds-seclusion and accessibility. Dulles and Frederick, MD are 90 minutes, DC and Baltimore -2 hrs. Within 25 minutes of several golf courses and close to Cacapon State Park. Hiking, fishing, canoeing all within 30 minutes or less. Vineyards, antiquing, shopping, dining and entertainment all within 20-40 minutes. So many options for anything that you may want to do. This large lot sees an abundance of deer, turkeys and other wild life. An ideal home for nature lovers, hunters, bird watchers or those seeking space to roam. Inside the home, step into your Mud room entry, to tuck away all of your outerwear, shoes and wet umbrellas. Your country kitchen and large pantry are immediately off of the mud room and garage, so putting groceries away is a snap! The kitchen features plenty of counter area for food prep and the perfect space to share a meal or coffee with family and friends. Off of the kitchen, you'll find a large Dining Room where you may overlook the yard and trees. The perfect spot for your Thanksgiving meal or celebration! Off of the Dining Room and Hall is the gem of the home, a large Family Room featuring a vaulted ceiling with a second access point to the deck, inground pool and beautiful back yard. The fantastic features in this home continue with all bedrooms on the main level. The Owners suite features a spacious bedroom with gleaming hardwood floors, an expansive double closet and shower bath. Adjacent, you'll find a room that is the perfect office. Within that room is a recessed stackable laundry hook-up. That space allows for many options - office space and laundry, office, additional storage/closet space and bathroom expansion. Down the hallway, along the front of the home, you'll find a Linen Closet and two generously sized Bedrooms with easy access to the beautifully updated hall bath . Downstairs features a finished Rec Room and Pellet Stove, a huge work room and storage galore, the laundry area and half bath. *Washer and Dryer in lower Laundry Room are "as-is". The property also includes an attached two-car garage, a detached three-car garage, a spacious pole barn and a 12' x 20' shed (all outside structures have electricity). Outside, the covered deck, open deck and heated inground pool, beckons in Spring, Summer and Fall. The asphalt driveway offers easy access and ample parking for 12+ vehicles, perfect for gatherings or multiple drivers. A true bonus is the solar panel system (fully owned), offering extremely low electric bills and long-term energy savings. Nearby Attractions: Location, location, location! Just minutes away, explore local vineyards and farm markets, or take a short drive to Cacapon Resort State Park-a 6,000-acre gem in the West Virginia mountains offering hiking, mountain biking, a championship golf course, lake swimming, horseback riding, and year-round nature programs. It's the perfect destination for outdoor recreation and family fun. This is more than a home-it's a lifestyle. Peace, privacy, and whatever you would like to make it your own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 281 Light Rd
General
- Sold For: $590,000
- Taxes: $2,377 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFV2034036
- Added to Site: 292 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Store/Office, Stove - Pellet, Upgraded Countertops, Water Treat System
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer - Electric, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Partially Carpeted
Rooms
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Basement, Hookup, Main Floor
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Concrete, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Vinyl
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 5
- Total Spaces: 15
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
Location
- County: FREDERICK
- Subdivision: WINCHESTER
- Driving Directions: From Winchester, 522 N. to Rt. 600 N. to Right on Light Rd . please follow GPS
- Location Details: Rural
School Information
- School District: Frederick County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Gainesboro
- Middle School: Frederick County
- High School: James Wood
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s), Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Solar On Grid
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electric Available, Phone Connected
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler, Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Combination, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Full, Heated, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Side Entrance, Workshop
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 3,268
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,618 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,968 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 650 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 50%
- Year Built: 1979
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
- Unit Floor in Bldg.: 2
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: 2nd Garage, Pole Barn, Shed, Pool Equipment Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods, Garden/Lawn
- Lot Size (Acres): 8.46
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 368,518
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel
- Zoning: RA
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Secluded, Sloping, SideYard(s)
- Fencing (Description): Rear
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
- Horse Facility Desc.: Horses Allowed
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Pool/Spa/Equipment
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $309.91
- Assessment Year: 2022
- County Tax: $2,377
- County Tax Freq: Semi-Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $389,700
- Tax Amount: $2,377
- Tax Year: 2022
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1968
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: 4 wheeler, mower and yard equipment, anything with a motor, stackable washer & dryer (washer & dryer in basement to remain)
- Inclusions: all pool equipment, deck table and chairs, pool table, chairs and umbrella, 9'umbrella, picnic table, piano (if Buyer doesn't want this, Seller will remove), 20 bags of burn pellets, 2 tv wall mounts (can be removed if Buyer prefers), satellite dish, some shelving in garages
- Lot Number: 11
Listed by Century 21 Redwood Realty, Jennifer Paige Watt
Sold by MarketPlace REALTY, Laura King
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Schools
Schools serving 281 Light Rd
School District:Frederick County Public Schools, Winchester, VA
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gainesboro Elementary School 4651 North Frederick Pike, Winchester, VA 22603 | PK-5 | 4 mi |
Frederick County Middle School 4661 North Frederick Pike, Winchester, VA 22603 | 6-8 | 4.1 mi |
James Wood High School 161 Apple Pie Ridge Road, Winchester, VA 22603 | 9-12 | 8.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 281 Light Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/06/2026
Sold
$590,000
-3.26%
MLS
9/09/2025
Price Reduced
$609,900
-1.61%
MLS
7/31/2025
Price Reduced
$619,900
-1.59%
MLS
6/30/2025
Price Reduced
$629,900
-1.56%
MLS
6/06/2025
Price Reduced
$639,900
-1.54%
MLS
5/14/2025
Listed
$649,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
281 Light Road, Winchester, VA 22603 (MLS# VAFV2034036) is a Single Family property that was sold at $590,000 on February 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 281 Light Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Winchester? You can browse all Winchester real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

