5300 Big Ridge Rd, Covington Va 24426
- $375,000
- MLS #:139437
- 4beds
- 1baths
- 1½ baths
- 7units
- 2,388sq ft
- 19.20acres
Square Ft:
- 2,388 finished
- 0.00 unfinished
Neighborhood:
- None
Property Type: residential
Area: Alleghany
Year Built: 1900
Design: Farm House
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features: Covered Porch, Garden Space, Playhouse, Workshop
Land Description: Hunting, Level, Open, Rolling, Secluded, Woods
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan
Garage: Storage, Workshop
Utilities: Electric
Heating: Electric, Wood Furnance
Water: Well
Sewer: Existing Septic
Floors: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Basement: None
Fireplace Type: None
Appliances: Cook Top, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features: Borders Nat'l Forest, Porch-Front, Shed
Annual Taxes: 1068.00
Tax Year: 0
Farm features: Equipment Shed
Directions: Owner does not want address displayed
Crop Acres: 0.00
Pasture Acres: 0.00
Tillable Acres: 0.00
Wooded Acres: 0.00
First Floor Master Bedroom: Yes
Assessed Value: 0.00
Attic: Drop Stair
Buildings: Equipment Shed
Conservation Easement: No
Covenants: No Restrict Covenant
Current Use: Residential
Deed Book: 190002193
Elementary School: Callaghan
Middle School: Covington Middle
High School: Alleghany High
Guest House: No
Historic: No
Land Use: No
Plat: No
POA: No
Road Maintenance Agreement: No
Road Frontage: Gravel Road, Paved Road
Rooms: 7
Subdivision? No
Tax Map #: 05000-00-000-0010
Tax Rate: 0.73
Type of Construction: Stick Built
Zoning: Residential
Lot #: Yes
Rental Type: Yes
Tucked away in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains and completely surrounded by the George Washington National Forest, this rare homestead offers unmatched seclusion, privacy, and self-sufficiency. Located just minutes from the West Virginia border, the setting feels worlds away--ideal for those seeking a simpler, quieter lifestyle or a unique recreational retreat. The charming 1900-built farmhouse features four bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, a large kitchen perfect for canning and cooking, and generous dining and living spaces with room for the whole family or guests. The home retains the character of its early roots while offering the essentials needed for comfortable year-round living. Multiple outbuildings provide excellent infrastructure for a wide variety of uses--whether
whether you need a workshop, equipment storage, or additional farm support buildings. The property is already home to chickens, ducks, pigs, and a horse, with plenty of fenced space and natural resources to expand your operation. Garden beds and space for beekeeping round out the self-sustaining potential of this one-of-a-kind mountain retreat. Bordered on all sides by tens of thousands of acres of national forest, you'll enjoy direct access to premier hunting for whitetail deer, black bear, and turkey, as well as endless hiking, foraging, and exploring right out your back door. The surrounding wilderness ensures total privacy with no visible neighbors in sight. Whether you're looking to create a full-time homestead, launch a one-of-a-kind Airbnb, or secure a private hunting and recreation base camp, this Appalachian property offers the freedom, solitude, and opportunity that's getting harder and harder to find.
whether you need a workshop, equipment storage, or additional farm support buildings. The property is already home to chickens, ducks, pigs, and a horse, with plenty of fenced space and natural resources to expand your operation. Garden beds and space for beekeeping round out the self-sustaining potential of this one-of-a-kind mountain retreat. Bordered on all sides by tens of thousands of acres of national forest, you'll enjoy direct access to premier hunting for whitetail deer, black bear, and turkey, as well as endless hiking, foraging, and exploring right out your back door. The surrounding wilderness ensures total privacy with no visible neighbors in sight. Whether you're looking to create a full-time homestead, launch a one-of-a-kind Airbnb, or secure a private hunting and recreation base camp, this Appalachian property offers the freedom, solitude, and opportunity that's getting harder and harder to find.
Updated: 7/29/25
Status: Active
Courtesy of Whitetail Properties Real Estate
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