Nelson County, Virginia Land For Sale (30 results)

A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional property along the James River, offering nearly 3 miles of frontage according to county GIS records. Adjoining the historic Kanawa Canal and spanning approximately 125 acres, this unique tract includes an 80+/- acre PRIVATE ISLAND, along with Class II soils currently in hay production, 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. The property consists of 4 potential building tracts, allowing the ability to sell off undesired parcels at any point in the future.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. 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!

Only a little over 30 minutes outside the city of Charlottesville, the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and mountain beauty awaits you on this exceptional A1 zoned property. With no HOA, covenants, or restrictions, this land offers complete freedom to create your ideal retreat, homestead, or investment opportunity. A stunning hardwood forest blankets the property, opening to magnificent panoramic views of the valley below from elevated points along the mountainside. Nature lovers will appreciate the seasonal creek and abundant recreational acreage ideal for hunting, hiking, trail riding, and exploring. The land features several acres of level terrain, providing flexibility for multiple potential homesites - perfect for a primary residence, family compound, or future development. Fiber internet and electric are nearby, allowing for potential convenient utility access. Whether you're seeking a serene getaway, a mountain-view homesite, or a versatile property with unmatched potential, this parcel offers a rare opportunity in a highly desirable location. Call today to schedule your showing!

Located just outside the charming town of Lovingston, this A-1 zoned property offers the perfect blend of convenience and natural beauty. With electricity already running to the property and fiber internet nearby for easy hookup, it's ready for your weekend mountain cabin or primary residence. A newly cleared entrance welcomes you into a mature hardwood forest with multiple potential building sites, offering breathtaking views of the valley below.The property features a spring, public road frontage, and old logging roads that can be reopened to create easy access throughout. Located within walking distance of the Virginia Distillery Co. and only minutes from local restaurants, grocery store, and everyday amenities, this tract combines rural tranquility with modern convenience. Just over a 30-minute drive to downtown Charlottesville, this property is an ideal setting for your next home or hunting retreat. Call today to schedule your showing!

Dreaming of a quiet country life with room to grow? This beautiful 3.15-acre wooded lot in Nelson County offers just that and more. Tucked away in the peaceful countryside and surrounded by gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain views, its the perfect blank canvas for your dream home. Build a classic country house, a cozy mountain cabin, a modern barndominium, or place any size manufactured home with no HOA restrictions, the choice is completely yours. The property already includes a gated driveway with a culvert, and level areas throughout offer plenty of space to build, garden, or raise a few farm animals (yes, you can finally wake up to the sound of roosters if thats your thing). Power is available at the road, and youll just need to install a well and septic. If youre searching for additional acreage, the adjacent 3-acre tract is also available! Located just 15 minutes from Lovingston, youll have access to schools, shopping, and medical care, while larger towns like Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Waynesboro are only 4045 minutes away for even more amenities. Love the outdoors? Youll be surrounded by hiking trails, scenic overlooks, and endless opportunities for fishing, boating, kayaking, and canoeing on the James River and Mill Creek. Spend your weekends sampling local wines, craft beers, and fresh produce at nearby wineries, breweries, distilleries, and farmers markets. If youre craving space, freedom, and a slower pace of life, this slice of Nelson County is ready to welcome you home. Dont miss out opportunities like this dont come around often! Owner Financing options are available, reach out for more information. Assignment of Contract.

Discover 97+- acres of truly exceptional land offering a rare blend of investment potential, natural beauty, and rich history. This tract features a diverse mix of maturing pine stands -ideal for future timber income - alongside pockets of quality hardwoods that enhance both the aesthetic and wildlife habitat. For the outdoorsman, this property is a dream. Abundant deer signs can be found throughout, with excellent bedding and feeding areas that create outstanding hunting opportunities. The varied terrain and timber mix support a thriving wildlife population year-round. A picturesque stream flows east to west across the acreage, adding charm, water resources, and habitat diversity. At the eastern side, a woods road that needs a days worth of clearing leads up to the high ground, where impressive rock formations mark the hilltop. With some selective tree removal, this elevated area can once again reveal stunning long-range views - perfect for a cabin site or overlook. The land holds remnants of its past, including an old home site and a small cemetery near the front of the property. Marked by three weathered headstones among the pines. Access is secure and private, provided by an owned strip of land extending directly from Ball Mountain Road. This ensures dependable entry in all seasons and protects long-term usability. Whether you're seeking a premier recreational tract, a long-term timber investment, or the perfect setting to establish a homestead, this property truly offers it all. From rugged natural features to serene water and historic charm, it's a rare find with excellent potential.

Looking for land? This perfect three-acre parcel is wooded and fronts Route 60 in Gladstone, not far east of Amherst. It lays well and all the soils work is done. Owner can finance on easy ten-year terms, no credit check, no closing costs, easiest purchase you ever made. Need more land? No problem, I have three parcels here for sale. No building restrictions so you can put up a hunting cabin, build a home, set a doublewide, even put up a tiny home. Agents are welcome! Call for a tour today.

Welcome to your slice of paradise nestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains! Own one of the last remaining building lots on Wintergreen Resorts prestigious Blackrock Circle and create your dream home where every morning begins with a stunning sunrise. Imagine sipping your coffee on the back porch, soaking in the panoramic views of the mountains as the sun crests over the horizon, shining light on everything below you. With access to Wintergreen Resort's premier amenities and activities, including ski slopes and the Mountain Inn, every day offers a new adventure. Whether you envision this as your permanent residence or a lucrative short-term rental and vacation home, the possibilities are endless. And with only a fifteen-minute drive to award-winning breweries and nearby hiking trails, you'll experience the perfect blend of serenity and excitement. Don't miss your chance to call this mountain paradise home!

Tucked just off the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, Lot 4 offers a unique opportunity to own a premier homesite in one of Virginias most private mountain enclaves. With the first home now complete and only a handful of sites available, timing is key. This 2.07-acre lot enjoys a commanding position with panoramic views stretching across the Blue Ridge - including The Priest, Apple Orchard, and Three Ridges. Beside a working vineyard and bordered by hundreds of acres of protected land and National Forest, your privacy and vistas are here to stay. Septic and well sites are identified; fiber internet, electricity, and a private driveway are already in place. The setting suits those who crave an outdoor lifestyle: hike from your back door, bike the Blue Ridge Parkway, fish native trout streams, or simply savor the stillness that only this elevation can offer. Stargaze under pitch-black skies, explore nearby backcountry trails, and watch the seasons unfold uninterrupted. Here, nature isnt a backdrop - its the main event. Less than an hour from Charlottesville and just 40 minutes from Staunton or Lexington, this is your chance to build something enduring. Opportunities like this are rare.

Tucked just off the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, Lot 7 offers a unique opportunity to own a premier homesite in one of Virginias most private mountain enclaves. With the first home now complete and only a handful of sites available, timing is key. This 4.05-acre lot enjoys a commanding position with panoramic views stretching across the Blue Ridge - including The Priest, Apple Orchard, and Three Ridges. Beside a working vineyard and bordered by hundreds of acres of protected land and National Forest, your privacy and vistas are here to stay. Septic and well sites are identified; fiber internet, electricity, and a private driveway are already in place. The setting suits those who crave an outdoor lifestyle: hike from your back door, bike the Blue Ridge Parkway, fish native trout streams, or simply savor the stillness that only this elevation can offer. Stargaze under pitch-black skies, explore nearby backcountry trails, and watch the seasons unfold uninterrupted. Here, nature isnt a backdrop - its the main event. Less than an hour from Charlottesville and just 40 minutes from Staunton or Lexington, this is your chance to build something enduring. Opportunities like this are rare.

Tucked just off the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, Lot 3 offers a unique opportunity to own a premier homesite in one of Virginias most private mountain enclaves. With the first home now complete and only a handful of sites available, timing is key. This 4-acre lot enjoys a commanding position with panoramic views stretching across the Blue Ridge - including The Priest, Apple Orchard, and Three Ridges - as well as westward into the Shenandoah Valley toward Lexington.Beside a working vineyard and bordered by hundreds of acres of protected land and National Forest, your privacy and vistas are here to stay. Septic and well sites are identified; fiber internet, electricity, and a private driveway are already in place. The setting suits those who crave an outdoor lifestyle: hike from your back door, bike the Blue Ridge Parkway, fish native trout streams, or simply savor the stillness that only this elevation can offer. Stargaze under pitch-black skies, explore nearby backcountry trails, and watch the seasons unfold uninterrupted. Here, nature isnt a backdrop - its the main event. Less than an hour from Charlottesville and just 40minutes from Staunton or Lexington, this is your chance to build something enduring. This is a rare find.

This exceptional 156-acre tract in scenic Appomattox County, Virginia, offers a rare opportunity to own a large, multi-use property perfectly suited for recreation, timber investment, and hunting. With generous road frontage on both Rock Fence Road and Watt Abbitt Road, this property combines easy access with the privacy and seclusion of the Virginia countryside. Property Highlights: 156 acres of rolling, wooded terrain with a mix of hardwoods and pineideal for timber management or a private retreat Extensive road frontage on two quiet country roadsgreat access and future potential Stunning mountain views from several points on the property Abundant wildlife including deer, turkey, and small gameprime hunting land Recreational paradise: Perfect for ATV riding, hiking, camping, or building your dream cabin Close proximity to the James River and public boat rampenjoy boating, kayaking, and fishing just minutes away Located in a peaceful rural setting, yet convenient to Appomattox and Lynchburg for supplies and amenities Whether youre looking for a hunting getaway, timberland investment, or your own piece of Appalachian paradise, this property delivers. The natural beauty, topography, and location near the James River make this a true gem in Central Virginia. Don't miss this opportunityproperties of this size and versatility rarely come to market.

Panoramic VIEWS, 25 year old pine timber, 85 year old mature hardwoods, rolling fields planted in super loblolly pine, creek, branch, excellent internal private road system, and tons of road frontage on Norwood Road (& the back portion of the land fronts along a private road named Mundy's Lane which crosses over and borders the Commonwealth of VA Department of Game land and Fisheries). Electric on site, perk approved, new survey/plat, GORGEOUS BUILDING SITES, hunting galore, and the possibility to divide into 9 parcels if you wish to develop; if not make a family compound or build your one and only dream home, hunt, ATV, & watch your timber grow, all while enjoying the UNBELIEBABLE VIEWS! Minutes from the JAMES RIVER in the Gladstone community. $599,900.00 1 adjoining parcel available for sale... up to 367 acres Call Thomas @ 434-942-7653 or Phil @ 434-808-9534

207 Acres FOR SALE! VIEW, VIEWS, & more VIEWS, minutes from the James and wide open for whatever you decide to do with it! Lays nicely rolling, perk approved, with adjoining land for sale! Road frontage galore (2 roads), internal roads systems, electric on site! Mostly planted in pine with some beautiful large 25 to 28 year old pine, as well! Views are to die for! Can be divided multiple times! Pictures just don't do it justice...a MUST SEE! $788,00 with new survey and plat! Call Thomas @ 434-942-7653 or Call Phil @: 434-808-9534

Private retreat nestled in a great location! Build a dream cabin or Airbnb & forget about the rest! Enjoy the sounds of water flowing from your own personal spring. Not only that, a hunters dream! Enjoy wildlife like bear, deer, & turkey. Power is available through nearby properties. Book your showing today. Use vehicle with 4WD to access property.

Located in one of the most desirable areas of Afton, Virginia, this stunning 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home sits atop 20 acres of breathtaking mountain views. Built just two years ago, it offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and serene country living. With no restrictions or HOA, this property is ideal as a private family compound with space for additional homes, or as a picturesque horse farm with a separate barn. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, a weekend retreat, or an income-producing investment, this oasis fits the bill?currently generating a Net income of $95,000 annually. Offered fully furnished and sold turnkey, this exceptional property is ready for you to move in and enjoy from day one.,Quartz Counter,White Cabinets

Wow! The quintessential mountain getaway! Nearly 23 acres of woodland with cleared homesite and winter mountain views! Well installed. Located just a couple of miles from popular Crabtree Falls and less than two from Montebello. Fiber Optic possible! Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, fisherman and hikers -- close to the AT! Access from Crabtree Falls Hwy is shared with neighboring land owner. Please close the farm gate if you drive through and follow directional sign to the available parcel. Do not drive up to the home on neighboring parcel. Not an HOA but there are reasonable C&Rs intended to preserve the beauty of the land.

Welcome to an irreplaceable Blue Ridge estate in Stoney Creek at Wintergreen-where refined mountain living meets documented, income-producing performance. Just 10 minutes to Wintergreen Resort slopes, a 1-minute walk to the championship golf course and clubhouse, minutes to wineries, breweries, Lake Monocan, and approximately 45 minutes to Charlottesville, this nearly private 1.2-acre cul-de-sac property offers rare scale, privacy, and year-round appeal. This 4,248 SF custom residence is purpose-built for luxury living and high-demand short-term rental success. Featuring 5 bedrooms plus 2 overflow rooms (configured as additional Airbnb bedrooms), 4.5 baths, 11 beds, and sleeping capacity for 16+ guests, it ranks among the top-tier large-format rentals in the market. Stoney Creek's county water and sewer infrastructure provides a significant advantage over well and septic properties-enhancing scalability, occupancy, and financing flexibility. A proven, stabilized asset with documented P&L (2022-2025 revenue $525K; net income $358K), 4.91-star Airbnb rating, and strong year-round demand driven by skiing, golf, wine country, and hiking. 2026 already shows approximately $65K in bookings. Resort-level amenities include three fireplaces, cathedral ceilings, wet bar, sunroom, movie room, oversized deck, sauna, playground, and a private 28,000-gallon heated pool-one of only two in the area. Detached heated three-car garage with finished guest suite adds flexibility and incremental income potential. Extensive capital improvements (synthetic slate roofs, Pella windows, HVAC upgrades, pool systems, decking, crawlspace, electrical updates, landscaping) materially reduce deferred maintenance and ownership risk. A rare opportunity to acquire a scale-driven, income-producing mountain estate-ideal as a luxury retreat, STR investment, or hybrid lifestyle asset-now offered at auction.

Wow! The quintessential mountain getaway! Nearly 23 acres of woodland with cleared homesite and winter mountain views! Well installed. Located just a couple of miles from popular Crabtree Falls and less than two from Montebello. Fiber Optic possible! Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, fisherman and hikers -- close to the AT! Access from Crabtree Falls Hwy is shared with neighboring land owner. Please close the farm gate if you drive through and follow directional sign to the available parcel. Do not drive up to the home on neighboring parcel. Not an HOA but there are reasonable C&Rs intended to preserve the beauty of the land.

Mediterranean inspired and designed with amazing mountain views and privacy! The approach to the home is magnificent, but the views upon arrival will take your breath away. Be mesmerized by the sweeping pastoral and mountain views from inside with large windows to frame the view and from outdoors - arbor covered courtyard with water feature, patio, deck, or pool and small pool house with mini kitchen. Comprised of nearly 100 acres with an estimated 30+ acres of pasture and balance in woods and creeks for hiking or exploring AND includes 2 extra parcels if family wants to build nearby. The architectural design and Smith and Robertson custom construction brought the owner's vision to life with custom details in porches, arches, lighting, and handcrafted tiles. Features: vaulted ceilings, sky lights, hardwood floors, wood trim and doors, wood stove insert, fiber optic internet, spacious rooms and many extra living spaces such as home office, den, upstairs guest suite or apartment with mini kitchen, and a basement offering space for recreation, exercise, guests, or storage. Coveted Afton location only 1.5 miles to Rt 151 and the wine and brew trail, 10 min to Nellysford town hub, and 30 min to Charlottesville

This rare offering consists of 19 acres (5 cleared) of beautiful, private, mostly Wooded land with open, gently rolling mountain pasture offering extraordinary, undisturbed privacy bordering the Blue Ridge Parkway (mile 16.7) on three sides. Proximal to The Priest (milepost 17.6) find several rustic cabins and buildings nestled in a small hollow just under 2,700 ft elevation. The property has five springs. This is a rare opportunity to build in one of the most bucolic settings in VA. This is the only deeded private driveways in the whole National Park system. Some fencing for horses or garden lots of game and privacy. You will be just 4.7 miles from Lake Sherando (bike via Love Rd.) & easy drive to downtown Waynesboro. Alternative access (not crossing BR Pkwy) is from Chicken Hollow Ln via easement property Map #: 18 A 17 & 16.,Cutting Board,Wood Cabinets,Fireplace in Den

Own a parcel that is like no other especially if you love nature, rock wall/outcropping and expansive views of the woods! Rare opportunity to feel like you own so much more land because this property borders open space. Much of it is in the back allowing a home to be sited to have long range views of woods/forest and NOT neighbors. In addition, right border of the parcel is a huge rock wall/ledge that is beautiful and a protective shelter/border from neighbors. Imagine snow sitting in the crevices of the massive rock ledge. Plus note on GIS map how all neighbors homes on surrounding parcels have already been built; this way you site your home with security that no new neighbors will pop up. Save money as well as this parcel is ready for you to build your mountain retreat (for full time residence, vacation getaway or investment rental since short term rentals are permissible) for less with a nearly level parcel, electric routed to property, and access to fiberoptic internet and public water/sewer. Ideal setting incudes private access at the end of a cul-de-sac. Must walk into the lot to fully appreciate the beauty. Enjoy all the resort has to offer with close proximity to tennis and golf, as well as ski slopes, trails, and more.

Own a parcel that is like no other especially if you love nature, rock wall/outcropping and expansive views of the woods! Rare opportunity to feel like you own so much more land because this property borders open space. Much of it is in the back allowing a home to be sited to have long range views of woods/forest and NOT neighbors. In addition, right border of the parcel is a huge rock wall/ledge that is beautiful and a protective shelter/border from neighbors. Imagine snow sitting in the crevices of the massive rock ledge. Plus note on GIS map how all neighbors homes on surrounding parcels have already been built; this way you site your home with security that no new neighbors will pop up. Save money as well as this parcel is ready for you to build your mountain retreat (for full time residence, vacation getaway or investment rental since short term rentals are permissible) for less with a nearly level parcel, electric routed to property, and access to fiberoptic internet and public water/sewer. Ideal setting incudes private access at the end of a cul-de-sac. Must walk into the lot to fully appreciate the beauty. Enjoy all the resort has to offer with close proximity to tennis and golf, as well as ski slopes, trails, and more.

Welcome to Windhaven Cottages, a rare income-producing short-term rental (STR) investment property in Nelson County, Virginia, located in the heart of the sought-after Nelson 151 agritourism corridor, home to award-winning wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with close proximity to Shenandoah NP and the AT, this property offers both lifestyle appeal and exceptional ROI. The property includes two standalone cottages, each with its own electric meter and mailing address, plus a triplex featuring a 3-bedroom primary residence and two studio apartments?ideal for owner occupancy with rental income or investment use. Additional improvements include a detached office, a rustic wet bar with electric, and a camper/RV site with 30-amp service and water hookup. The four STR units generated $93K gross income in 2025, $83K in 2024, and $103K in 2023, with total gross income for five dwellings ranging from $116K?$130K annually over the past three years. This property delivers an outstanding ROI and offers flexibility as a multi-generational compound, Airbnb portfolio, or live-and-invest opportunity in one of Virginia??s most desirable tourism markets. BY APPT,Painted Cabinets,Exterior Fireplace,Fireplace in Living Room

Perched high in Virginia?s Blue Ridge Mountains, this newly completed 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home epitomizes modern mountain living with elegance and craftsmanship. Designed by acclaimed Bohlin-Cywinski-Jackson architects and furnished by Restoration Hardware, the home exudes timeless sophistication. It boasts 270-degree views, capturing the surrounding ridgelines in every direction. Awaken to breathtaking vistas over Virginia?s highest-altitude vineyard, and unwind on the expansive deck with a glass of wine sourced just feet away. Inside, soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interior with natural light, creating a seamless connection to the outdoors. Every detail has been carefully considered?from the temperature-controlled wine room and white oak floors to top-tier appliances. The terrace level includes a stylish studio apartment with its own bedroom and full bath, offering a comfortable and private space for guests. Just a stone?s throw from the Blue Ridge Parkway, this home offers tranquil seclusion with excellent access?less than an hour from Charlottesville, and 40 minutes from Staunton or Lexington. Discover a luxurious mountain lifestyle where architectural excellence meets the raw beauty of the Blue Ridge.,Exterior Fireplace,Fireplace in Great Room

Tucked just off the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, Lot 3 offers a unique opportunity to own a premier homesite in one of Virginia?s most private mountain enclaves. With the first home now complete and only a handful of sites available, timing is key. This 4-acre lot enjoys a commanding position with panoramic views stretching across the Blue Ridge - including The Priest, Apple Orchard, and Three Ridges - as well as westward into the Shenandoah Valley toward Lexington. Beside a working vineyard and bordered by hundreds of acres of protected land and National Forest, your privacy and vistas are here to stay. Septic and well sites are identified; fiber internet, electricity, and a private driveway are already in place. The setting suits those who crave an outdoor lifestyle: hike from your back door, bike the Blue Ridge Parkway, fish native trout streams, or simply savor the stillness that only this elevation can offer. Stargaze under pitch-black skies, explore nearby backcountry trails, and watch the seasons unfold uninterrupted. Here, nature isn?t a backdrop - it?s the main event. Less than an hour from Charlottesville and just 40 minutes from Staunton or Lexington, this is your chance to build something enduring. This is a rare find.,Twelve Ridges Reserve