779 RIVER RD, Madison Heights, VA 24572
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779 RIVER RD, Madison Heights, VA 24572
779 RIVER RD, Madison Heights, VA 24572
779 RIVER RD, Madison Heights, VA 24572
779 RIVER RD, Madison Heights, VA 24572
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779 RIVER RD Madison Heights, VA 24572

3 Beds

3 Baths

3,379 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,379 sqft

Price per Sqft $440

MLS Listing ID 678163

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 3

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 3,379

Year Built 1852

Annual Tax Amount $2,667

Tax Year 2026

Lot Size 2.830 Acres

Acres 2.83

Property Sub-Type Detached

Property Description

Showing by Appt. only! Point Lookout, circa 1852, is a rare historic riverfront property offering remarkable privacy just 2.5 minutes from downtown Lynchburg. Set on 2.83 acres with approximately 500 feet of James River frontage and Harris Creek forming a natural boundary, the property traces its origins to the 1750 land grant from King George II to Charles Lynch. Built by Capt. William Mitchell, the residence retains original cedar floors, wavy glass windows, the historic cookhouse, and striking dry-laid stone walls from the former mill site. A scenic peninsula extends into the river, providing direct water access, ownership extending into a portion of the river, and potential for a future private dock. Thoughtfully restored and expanded, the home includes a new primary suite, dining room, baths, laundry, and bonus room. Improvements include a metal roof, extensive restoration work, landscaped grounds, and a 26' x 30' covered pavilion. Previously operated as a highly rated short-term rental with a Special Exception permit for such use, the property is offered substantially furnished, excluding select Seller personal items. Surrounded by large neighboring acreage unlikely to be developed, it offers rare privacy close to the city.

Location

State VA

County Amherst

Zoning R-1 Limited Residential

Direction Directions from Amherst: Take Rte. 29 South to Rte. 130. Go right on 130, left on Dillard, right on Kings road, right on River road to 779.

Interior

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air

Fireplace No

Exterior

Utilities Available Other

Water Access Desc Private,Well

Garage No

Building

Foundation Stone

Sewer Septic Tank

Water Private, Well

Level or Stories Two

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Amherst

Middle Schools Amherst

High Schools Amherst

Others

Tax ID 154A-2-6

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