Own a piece of Bedford County History!With historical connections to Avenel, Fancy Farm and more, this home comes with a lot of associated literature.Entering into the classic English basement, you'll find lovely flooring, a nice remodeled kitchen, separate DR and master suite with remodeled tile bath, walk in shower.The second floor has a wrap porch, LR, large BR and office.Third floor has two large BRs and large bath w claw foot tub, walk in shower, laundry, dual vanity. Each floor has 3 fireplaces with completely rebuilt fireboxes, all plumbed for gas logs. HVAC is a geothermal with and electric heat pump with back up propane.The home has been through an extensive historic renovation using tax credits.It is ready for the second round of rehab, particularly on the porches + exterior.The home + porches are extremely structurally sound.Front stairs are original iron railings + granite stairs. Cedar closets. Original doors with improvised hinges.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (4/21)
$720,000
1807 Big Island Hwy, Bedford, VA 24523
4beds
4,398sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1828
10.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 515 days
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 21, 2025 at 10:42am
Listed by:
Wendy Witt 540-874-7755 wendy@wendywitt.com,
Wendy Witt Realty Co
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 349385
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Below Grade
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 21 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Level: Below Grade
- Area: 336
- Dimensions: 21 x 16
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: Below Grade
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 340
- Dimensions: 20 x 17
Heating
- Geothermal, Heat Pump, Propane, Radiant
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Three-Zone or More, Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Free-Standing Tub, High Speed Internet, Main Level Bedroom, Main Level Den, Primary Bed w/Bath, Pantry, Plaster, Separate Dining Room, Tile Bath(s)
- Flooring: Pine, Wood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Partitioned,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Other, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,398
- Total interior livable area: 4,398 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,734
- Finished area below ground: 1,664
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 10.5 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Undergrnd Utilities, Close to Clubhouse, Near Golf Course
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 11141B11141E
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1828
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Town of Bedford
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connections
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $425,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,332
- Date on market: 11/28/2023
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