Madison Heights, VA 24572 779 River Road
$1,490,000



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Presented By: Frank Hardy with Frank Hardy Sotheby's Int'l.
Home Details
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.
Presented By: Frank Hardy with Frank Hardy Sotheby's Int'l.
Interior Features for 779 River Road
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms3
Bathrooms
Half Baths0
Total Baths3
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceOther
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementCrawl Space
Basement (Y/N)No
Below Grade Finished Area
FlooringWood
Heating Y/NYes
Total Stories2
Other Rooms
Entry Level2
General for 779 River Road
Architectural StyleFarmhouse, Two Story
Body of WaterJames River
Construction MaterialsStone, Vinyl Siding
CoolingZoned
CountyAmherst
Days on Market
DirectionsDirections 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.
DisclosuresSellers Disclosure Not Available
Elementary SchoolAmherst
Full Baths3
Garage Y/NNo
HeatingElectric, Zoned
High SchoolAmherst
LevelsTwo
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MLS Area316 - Amherst
Middle/Junior High SchoolAmherst
New ConstructionNo
Occupancy TypeOwner
Other StructuresSmoke House
Ownership TypeSole Proprietor
Percent OwnershipIndividuals
Pool FeaturesNone
PossessionClose Of Escrow
Property ConditionResale
Property Sub Type AdditionalSingle Family Residence
Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofMetal
SewerSeptic Tank
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories2
Subdivision NameNone
Tax Annual Amount2667.28
Tax Assessed Value476320
Tax Year2026
Total Rooms10
Virtual TourClick here
Virtual TourClick here
Waterfront FeaturesRiver Front
Waterfront Y/NYes
Year Built1852
Year Built DetailsHistoric
Zoning DescriptionR1
Exterior for 779 River Road
Lot Size Acres2.83
Lot Size Area2.83
Parking FeaturesNo Garage
Water SourceWell
Additional Details
Price History
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