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779 River Rd, Madison Heights VA 24572
- $1,490,000
- MLS #:678163
- 3beds
- 3baths
- 0half-baths
- 3,379sq ft
- 2.83acres
Square Ft Finished: 3,379
Square Ft Unfinished: 0
Neighborhood: None
Elementary School: Amherst
Middle School: Amherst
High School: Amherst
Property Type: residential
Subcategory: Detached
HOA: No
Area: Amherst
Year Built: 1852
Price per Sq. Ft: $440.96
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 so close to the city.
HOA fee: $0
Garage Num Cars: 0.0
Cooling: CentralAir
Air Conditioning: CentralAir
Heating: Central
Water: Private, Well
Sewer: SepticTank
Kickout: No
Annual Taxes: $2,667
Tax Year: 2026
Legal: PT OF LOT 6 POINT LOOKOUT ESTATES 154A 2 6 +/- 2.82AC; Instrument #: 220000617
Directions: 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.
Days on Market: 0
Updated: 6/08/26
Courtesy of: Frank Hardy Sotheby's International Realty
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Listing Office: Frank Hardy Sotheby's International Realty