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TBD JONES OVERLOOK Howardsville, VA 24562
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Key Details
Sold Price $450,000
Property Type Vacant Land
Sub Type Recreation
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Subdivision Highland On The James
MLS Listing ID 675940
Sold Date 09/14/26
HOA Y/N No
Annual Tax Amount $1,113
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 85.580 Acres
Acres 85.58
Property Sub-Type Recreation
Property Description
A rare opportunity to own your own private island in Virginia! A truly exceptional property along the James River, offering access to nearly 3 miles of frontage according to county GIS records. Adjoining the historic Kanawa Canal and spanning approximately 85± acres, this unique tract includes an 80± acre PRIVATE ISLAND, abundant recreational opportunities, and breathtaking river and distant mountain views. A potential build site with infrastructure already in place along the bluff allows for your dream retreat, while an interior trail network provides easy access throughout the island and property. Accessed via Jones Overlook and Fish Pond Road, the property is located less than an hour from Charlottesville and under two hours from Richmond, making it an ideal blend of seclusion and accessibility. Property also conveys with deeded access and use of an additional 35 acres directly across from the island. SELLER FINANCING is available with a minimal down payment and a 5% fixed interest rate amortized over 15 years, making this one-of-a-kind offering even more attainable. Call today to schedule a showing and make this once-in-a-generation offering yours!
Location
State VA
County Nelson
Community River
Zoning A-1 Agricultural
Direction From Charlottesville: VA-20 S for 16 miles. Right onto Langhorne rd for 4.4 miles. Right onto James River rd for 8.3 miles. Slight left onto Fishpond Rd for 0.5 miles. Right onto Highland Dr for .8 miles. Left onto Jones Overlook for 1 mile. Sign on right
Interior
Fireplace No
Exterior
Fence None
Community Features River
Utilities Available Fiber Optic Available, Water Not Available
Water Access Desc None
Present Use Timber,Vacant,Recreational
Street Surface Paved
Road Frontage Deeded Access, Easement, Private Road
Building
Lot Description Wooded, Waterfront
Sewer None
Water None
Schools
Elementary Schools Tye River
Middle Schools Nelson
High Schools Nelson
Others
HOA Fee Include Road Maintenance
Tax ID 83-6-47, 83-1-1A
Acceptable Financing Owner Will Carry
Listing Terms Owner Will Carry
Financing Seller Financing
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Bought with UnrepresentedBuyer




