Welcome to this charming stone home in beautiful Clarke County, Virginia. Spacious and inviting, this two bedroom , two full bath home combines timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. The home features a beautiful stone fireplace with a wood stove insert, creating a warm and cozy gathering space for chilly evenings. The entryway opens into a large family/sitting room with attractive stone floor, providing a welcoming first impression and plenty of space to entertain. The kitchen was updated in 2019 with new LVP flooring, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, electric range and microwave. Additional major improvements include a new roof in 2020 and a new HVAC system in 2021. Both bedrooms are generously sized and offer excellent flexibility. Ideally located off Route 7, the property offers convenient access to area wineries, hiking, and the natural beauty of the Shenandoah Valley.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$254Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Patty Shaw• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Est. $2,713 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 284 Good Shepherd Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #VACL2006984
Oct 2, 2026
Sold
$460,000
$254/sq ft
Aug 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 19, 2026
Listed
$460,000
$254/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VACL110604
Sep 13, 2019
Sold
$250,000
$138/sq ft
Aug 3, 2019
Contingent
—
Jul 21, 2019
Listed
$259,000
$143/sq ft
+4
The Stone Cottage, with its convenient mountain location, has two bedrooms, two baths, living/dining room, family room, CAC, and is within walking distance of the Appalachian Trail. The Cottage can serve as a year-around home or a weekend retreat. Halfway between Leesburg and Winchester and close to major shopping areas,
BRIGHT MLS #1007634952
Nov 21, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Apr 27, 2014
Listed
$265,000
$146/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006729062
Jul 23, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jul 22, 2010
Listed
$242,000
$134/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,963 (+6.5%)
$140,000 + $295,200
$435,200
2024
$1,843
$86,000 + $221,100
$307,100
2023
$1,843 (−1.6%)
$86,000 + $221,100
$307,100
2022
$1,873
$86,000 + $221,100
$307,100
2021
$1,873 (−0.8%)
$86,000 + $221,100
$307,100
2020
$1,889 (+5.4%)
$86,000 + $221,100
$307,100
2019
$1,791
$86,000 + $221,100
$307,100
2018
$1,791
$60,000 + $192,300
$252,300
2017
$1,791 (+9.4%)
$60,000 + $192,300
$252,300
2013
$1,638
$110,000 + $150,000
$260,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1.98
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,809
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clarke County
APN
26B - A- - 13
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
FOC
Forestal-Open Space-Conservation District
This district includes portions of the County that are located east of the Shenandoah River and that consist primarily of various open lands such as forests, mountains, farms, lakes and floodplains. The district is intended for forestal, agricultural, and low activity recreational and service uses that will facilitate the conservation and preservation of forestal, agricultural, open space and mountain lands; the protection of forestal and agricultural uses; the protection of water and clean air sheds; the conservation of water and other natural and ecological resources; the reduction of soil erosion and flood and fire hazards; and the enhancement of the aesthetic value of the district as a whole.
Interior Features: Attic, Combination Dining/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Water Treat System, Kitchen - Table Space
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Room Information
Kitchen, Game Room, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Attic
Laundry Type: Hookup, Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone, Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Outside Entrance, Dirt Floor
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2019
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Stone
Main Entrance Orientation: Southwest
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Shingle, Asbestos Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Not In Development
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,809
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $1,963
Tax Assessed Value: $435,200
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,963
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cable
Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic Exists, On Site Septic
Cable TV Available
Water Source: Well, Private
Location
School Information
School District Name: CLARKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Purcellville - West on Route 7, continue over top of mountain. Good Shepherd Road is on the right. Property is first home on the left.
Road Responsibility: State
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,809
Stories: 1.98
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Clarke County
APN: 26B - A- - 13
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
D G Cooley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.0mi
5/10
Johnson-Williams Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi
5/10
Clarke County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.6mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bluemont, VA • 20135
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Sun exposure
62/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Bluemont. There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
5.5 hrs
4.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$410,000 – $496,000
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