Property Attributes
- MLS#VACL2006924
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyCLARKE
- CityParis
- Zip20130
- StyleCottage
- Year Built1951
- Taxes$ 739
- Price$ 399,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1360
- Lot Size1.63 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Welcome to the Ashby Gap Overlook, a unique opportunity to own property at the gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Clarke County. Thoughtfully renovated in 2021-2022 , this historic building is situated on 1.63 acres at the summit of Ashby Gap above Paris, Virginia with far reaching views. The property has extensive frontage on John S. Mosby Highway (U.S. Rt 50) and Blue Ridge Mt. Rd./Mt. Weather Rd. (Route 601) and for outdoor enthusiasts' easy access to the 1,800 acre Sky Meadows State Park and a 4,000 acre State Wildlife Management area. Lands of the United States of America is across the road with an Appalachian Trail embarkation and parking area and the Shenandoah River is just down the road. To the south is a variety of protected land in conservation easements totaling over 2,000 acres. Once a 1950's motor court motel , the restored main building is ready for use as a 2/3 bedroom cottage or unique Air BnB. Offering spacious rooms and abundant windows for natural light, just some of the charming details include original pine paneling, reclaimed oak paneling, hardwood and concrete floors and a fieldstone fireplace with a wood stove. New doors and windows with unique window treatments using vintage ornamental ironwork fencing from Ovoka Farm. New bathroom with shower, a wet bar area easily expanded with a washer and dryer hookup, new HVAC , new well and new 3 bedroom septic. Large, gated parking area, three board fencing and stone landscaping. Zoned Clarke County FOC ( Forestal Open Space Conservation District). Other potential uses or opportunities with Special Use Permit include: In home business, studio, office or on site retail. A most unusual and strategic location with convenient accessibility for hiking the Appalachian Trail, camping and taking advantage of the boat launch on the Shenandoah River. Bring your kayak, canoe, rafts and friends! This is also a great weekend spot to explore the many nearby wineries of the Virginia Piedmont Wine Region, local breweries and enjoy fine dining at the Ashby Inn in Paris! Conveniently situated approximately 20 minutes from Middleburg and 15 minutes from Millwood, Marshall and Rt. 66 at Delaplane.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed $399,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1360 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic = # of BR,Septic Exists,Septic Pump,Private Septic Tank,On Site Septic |
| Heating | Central,Heat Pump(s) |
| Cooling | Central A/C,Heat Pump(s) |
| Utilities | Electric Available,Water Available |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Zoning | FOC |
| Architectural Style | Cottage |
| Construction Materials | Block,Combination,Concrete,Stucco |
| School District | CLARKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1951 |
| Electric | Underground |
| View | Mountain,Panoramic,Scenic Vista,Trees/Woods,Valley |
| Levels | 1 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | CLARKE |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade |
| Total Rooms | 6 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | Route 50 West from Middleburg to right on Rt.601,Mt Weather Rd. to property on the left. From Winchester: Rt. 50 East to left on Blue Ridge Mountain Rd. to property on the right. |
| City | PARIS |
| Disclosures | Owner RE Licensee,Lead Based Paint - Federal,Prop Disclosure |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 71002.80 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 163800.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 739.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Property Condition | Very Good |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 293.38 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 1360 |
| Location Type | Mountain |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Estimated |
| Tax Lot | 39 |
| Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bathroom - Stall Shower,Wet/Dry Bar,Window Treatments,Wood Floors |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Electric |
| Flooring | Concrete,Hardwood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Stone,Mantel(s),Flue for Stove |
| Hot Water | Electric |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1360 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Board |
| Parking Features | Fenced,Gravel Driveway |
| Lot Features | Backs to Trees,Cleared,Level,Not In Development,Rural |
| Water Source | Well,Private |
| Type of Parking | Driveway,Off Street,Parking Lot |
| Foundation Details | Slab,Crawl Space |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.63 |
| Road Surface Type | Black Top |
| Lot Size Source | Estimated |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Responsibility | State |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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