FABULOUS estate featuring 147 acres, stately and timeless, charming, and elegant custom brick home designed by the seller, perfectly situated, and built by Morcom Builders in 1990. This masterpiece of a home in beautiful Amherst county countryside is on the market for the very first time. Lovely columns, brick front porch and sidewalk to welcome guests, and a rear brick patio spanning more than 100 feet with mountain views, and sunsets you must see to truly believe. Step inside to impressive foyer, formal living room ideal for entertaining, and formal dining room for special gatherings. You'll love relaxing in the massive den with secret built-ins as you step down. Lovely library is just the spot to enjoy evenings and a good book, abundance of custom built-ins. Huge kitchen, abundance of cabinetry and counterspace open to the rear patio for grilling and enjoying guests. Second level boasts huge primary suite with F/P, bath, other huge bedrooms, sitting area. Unfin. basement. WOW!
Sold for $900,000 on 11/07/25
$900,000
837 Gidsville Rd, Amherst, VA 24521
4beds
4,337sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
147 Acres Lot
$904,000 Zestimate®
$208/sqft
$2,791 Estimated rent
Home value
$904,000
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,791/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 10, 2025 at 10:37am
Listed by:
Nadine Blakely 434-444-2226 nadine@nadineblakelyhomes.com,
Re/Max 1st Olympic
Bought with:
Nadine Blakely, 0225103715
Re/Max 1st Olympic
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 361644
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 396
- Dimensions: 22 x 18
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 484
- Dimensions: 22 x 22
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 345
- Dimensions: 23 x 15
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Drywall, Main Level Den, Primary Bed w/Bath, Separate Dining Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
- Attic: Access,Storage Only
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: 3 Fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,337
- Total interior livable area: 4,337 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,337
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Circular Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 147 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 38A6
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding, Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Dominion Energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Amherst
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Sold | $900,000+5.9%$208/sqft |
Source:  LMLS #361644 | ||
| 9/22/2025 | Pending sale | $849,900$196/sqft |
Source: LMLS #361644 | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$196/sqft |
Source: LMLS #361644 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,480 | $898,400 |
| 2023 | $5,480 | $898,400 |
| 2022 | $5,480 | $898,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 24521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Temperance Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Amherst Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.7 mi
- 5/10Amherst County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Temperance Elem
- Middle: Amherst Midl
- High: Amherst High
Source: LMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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