Nestled on 26 private acres in Bedford County, this one-of-a-kind earth-sheltered home offers exceptional energy efficiency, peaceful surroundings, and mountain views. Designed to blend with its natural environment, the home features a four-season sunroom, 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, spacious living areas, and abundant natural light. Enjoy the benefits of solar hot water, passive energy-efficient construction, and year-round comfort. The property is enhanced by extensive gardens, mature trees, walking paths, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces that create a private retreat for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying nature.
Courtesy: Century 21 ALL-SERVICE-BEDFORD
540-586-5500
Nestled on 26 private acres in Bedford County, this one-of-a-kind earth-sheltered home offers exceptional energy efficiency, peaceful surroundings, and mountain views. Designed to blend with its natural environment, the home features a four-season sunroom, 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, spacious living areas, and abundant natural light. Enjoy the benefits of solar hot water, passive energy-efficient construction, and year-round comfort. The property is enhanced by extensive gardens, mature trees, walking paths, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces that create a private retreat for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying nature. Workshop provides ample space for hobbies, equipment, or storage. Whether you're looking for a homestead, hobby farm, or secluded country escape, this property offers endless possibilities. Conveniently located near Lynchburg, Bedford, and Blue Ridge Mountains.
Courtesy: Motleys Real Estate
Carly Hancock
804-335-9994
Opportunity awaits with this unique offering of four parcels totaling 65± acres in scenic Bedford County, VA. Tucked into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this versatile property features two homes, additional homesite potential, equestrian amenities, and frontage along picturesque Reed Creek. Parcel 1, located at 1271 Tall Peaks Lane, features a charming brick rancher offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and approximately 1,365 SF of living space. Enjoy comfortable one-level living complete with a sunroom, outdoor patio, detached 2-car garage, and peaceful creekside setting. Parcel 2 includes a fixer-upper cottage on 0.86± acres, presenting an excellent opportunity for renovation, guest quarters, rental income, or a potential third homesite. Parcel 3 consists of 3± acres of vacant land improved with a 3-stall stable, ideal for horses and equestrian pursuits. Parcel 4, located at 1275 Tall Peaks Lane, offers a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with a full house generator, situated on 51± acres of rolling land and wooded privacy, along with a barn-style garage providing space for vehicles, equipment, & off-roading vehicles for work & play. This property offers natural beauty and recreational appeal, while the nearby Reed Creek Public Boat Landing on the James River provides convenient access to fishing, kayaking, boating, and outdoor adventure. The property’s flexible layout lends itself to farming, hunting, multi-generational living, short- or long-term rental opportunities, or the ultimate private mountain retreat. Conveniently located near Liberty University, University of Lynchburg, and Randolph College, this secluded yet accessible property offers endless possibilities in one of Central Virginia’s most beautiful settings. This property is being sold as four parcels together - 17-A-2 (MLS#: 2619759), 17-A-2A, 17-A-3, 17-A-4.
Courtesy: Motleys Real Estate
Carly Hancock
804-335-9994
Opportunity awaits with this unique offering of four parcels totaling 65± acres in scenic Bedford County, VA. Tucked into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this versatile property features two homes, additional homesite potential, equestrian amenities, and frontage along picturesque Reed Creek. Parcel 1, located at 1271 Tall Peaks Lane, features a charming brick rancher offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and approximately 1,365 SF of living space. Enjoy comfortable one-level living complete with a sunroom, outdoor patio, detached 2-car garage, and peaceful creekside setting. Parcel 2 includes a fixer-upper cottage on 0.86± acres, presenting an excellent opportunity for renovation, guest quarters, rental income, or a potential third homesite. Parcel 3 consists of 3± acres of vacant land improved with a 3-stall stable, ideal for horses and equestrian pursuits. Parcel 4, located at 1275 Tall Peaks Lane, offers a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with a full house generator, situated on 51± acres of rolling land and wooded privacy, along with a barn-style garage providing space for vehicles, equipment, & off-roading vehicles for work & play. This property offers natural beauty and recreational appeal, while the nearby Reed Creek Public Boat Landing on the James River provides convenient access to fishing, kayaking, boating, and outdoor adventure. The property’s flexible layout lends itself to farming, hunting, multi-generational living, short- or long-term rental opportunities, or the ultimate private mountain retreat. Conveniently located near Liberty University, University of Lynchburg, and Randolph College, this secluded yet accessible property offers endless possibilities in one of Central Virginia’s most beautiful settings. This property is being sold as four parcels together - 17-A-2, 17-A-2A, 17-A-3, 17-A-4 (MLS#:2619762).
Great starter home or investment property. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on 2 acres in the beautiful northside of Bedford County. Partial fencing on the back of the property. Storage Buildings. Open kitchen with breakfast area and an island. Large laundry/utility room. Lots of potential.
Courtesy: Brownstone Properties
434-385-1025
Charming 2BR/1BA home on 1 acre lot! This home features a spacious eat-in kitchen, walk-in pantry, large living room, 2 bedrooms and laundry room. Walk up stairs lead to an unfinished attic space with great potential to be converted into an additional bedroom, playroom, home office or bonus room! Relax on the covered front porch, take advantage of the private driveway, and enjoy the quiet surroundings. This home is ideal for those seeking charm, space, and access to outdoor recreation! Conveniently located near the James River, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail and just a short drive to Bedford and Lynchburg, this property offers the perfect balance of rural charm and accessibility. Call for your showing today!
EXPANDED OFFERING! Now including three additional parcels. Perched on a hill overlooking Big Island, this classic 2-story brick charmer offers seasonal James River views with the Blue Ridge Mountains as a stunning backdrop. A rocking chair porch welcomes you into a home featuring tall ceilings, hardwood floors, timeless millwork, and spacious living, dining, and kitchen areas. The main level includes a charming sunroom and primary suite with en-suite bath. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a flexible office or fourth bedroom (no closet). Zoned C-2 with underground parking/storage, it's ideal as a primary residence or short- or mid-term rental. Newer metal roof, HVAC, water heater, 200-amp service, and sump pump. Minutes to boat ramps, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the
Courtesy: Magnolia Mountain Realty
540-586-0920
EXPANDED OFFERING! Now including three additional parcels. Perched on a hill overlooking Big Island, this classic 2-story brick charmer offers seasonal James River views with the Blue Ridge Mountains as a stunning backdrop. A rocking chair porch welcomes you into a home featuring tall ceilings, hardwood floors, timeless millwork, and spacious living, dining, and kitchen areas. The main level includes a charming sunroom and primary suite with en-suite bath. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a flexible office or fourth bedroom (no closet). Zoned C-2 with underground parking/storage, it's ideal as a primary residence or short- or mid-term rental. Newer metal roof, HVAC, water heater, 200-amp service, and sump pump. Minutes to boat ramps, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Sedalia Center, Boonsboro, and Bedford. Right of way from Sunset Hill provides easy access.
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Big Island is located in Virginia. Big Island, Virginia has a population of 213. Big Island is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.68%.
The median household income in Big Island, Virginia is $36,531. The median household income for the surrounding county is $70,870 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Big Island is 56.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.3 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 24.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 45.7 inches per year, with 13.8 inches of snow per year.
