Own an established Boutique Inn or make it your own stunning Private Estate! Located just minutes from downtown Harrisonburg and James Madison University, By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages is a historic, income-producing property with endless potential. Built in 1789 with an 1840 addition, the Main House once served as a Civil War hospital and was extensively renovated in 2023. With a recent re-branding and 26 years of success, this is a turnkey business or an incredible residential opportunity. Operate as a 7-suite Inn, including 4 suites in the Main House and 3 private Cottages, or live in the Main House and rent the Cottages. The property includes an Innkeeper’s apartment, a 3-car garage, and a Special Use Permit for continued hospitality operations. One Cottage dates to 1840, while two were built in 2005. With Harrisonburg’s growth, JMU’s growing popularity, and the Shenandoah Valley’s tourism appeal, this is a rare chance to invest in history, hospitality, and prime real estate! Bedrooms count is for the main house. The three additional cottages are each equipped with one bedroom and a full bathroom. Owner/Agent
For sale
$1,750,000
491 Garbers Church Rd, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
8beds
7,328sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1790
1.64 Acres Lot
$1,623,900 Zestimate®
$239/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Main house
- 39 days
- on Zillow |
- 1,037 |
- 38 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 19, 2025 at 08:30am
Listed by:
Anna Bergey 540-908-8483,
Nest Realty Harrisonburg
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAHC2000394

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1768
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wall Unit, Zoned, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
- Basement: Front Entrance,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 8
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,096
- Total interior livable area: 7,328 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,328
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Paved, Parking Lot, Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.64 Acres
- Features: Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: *PORTION OF * 123O3
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: Residential Zoning with Special Use Permit (conveys) allows up to 10 units.
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Brick Front, Combination, CPVC/PVC, Masonry, Mixed Plumbing, Stick Built, Tile, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone, Slab
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1790
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Na
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Harrisonburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $239/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,054,900
- Annual tax amount: $20,755
- Date on market: 3/19/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Turn-key, All Furnishings With Exception Of A Few Family Pieces.
- Exclusions: Garage Refrigerator And A Few Furnishings With Family Value
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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