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TBD JONES OVERLOOK Howardsville, VA 24562

85.58 Acres Lot

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Key Details

Property Type Vacant Land

Sub Type Recreation

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Subdivision Highland On The James

MLS Listing ID 675940

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

Listed by WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE

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