Welcome to your serene retreat! This exceptional property promises to be a tranquil haven with its numerous unique features on 35.052+- acres. Main residence is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,600 s. f. , Cedar siding home built in 1984. Despite being privately tucked away, it offers effortless access to Charlottesville, Culpeper, Fredericksburg, and the D. C. metro area. The main residence, has been meticulously cared for, exuding an aura or relaxed living and effortless entertainment. Enjoy your evenings having meals on your screened in porch. Plenty of outdoor entertaining spaces. On the premises, you will also find a vintage farmhouse awaiting your loving restoration. Farmhouse is being sold in "AS IS" condition, constructed in 1915 it is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,824 s. f. . The older farmhouse water is served by the historical spring. The estate spans over 35+/- acres, enveloping around 10 acres of open pasture and hay land, with the remainder adorned by mature hardwoods. Plus enjoy the vibrant 4-acre orchard boasting a variety of fruit trees: peaches, cherries, plums, pears and apples.
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Fencing: Partial, Wire
Other Structures: Other, Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Detached
Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
PropertyAttachedYN: No
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,600
AboveGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits: Square Feet
Land Information
Pasture Area: 10
HorseAmenities: Barn
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 35.05
Zoning: A-1 Agricultural
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,757.72
Parcel Number: 5
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Private, Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Waverly
Middle Or Junior School: William Wetsel
High School: Madison (Madison)
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 18 OLD SPARKS RD
Directions: From the Town of Madison - take Route 29 north. Go about 6.3 miles, make a right onto Route 631. Turn left onto Route 618. Bear right onto Old Sparks Road. Then take LEFT fork road. Property will be on your right. Sign is up.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,824
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 35.05 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 43 5
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Waverly Yowell Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 7.7mi
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William H. Wetsel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi
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Madison County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.8mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
4% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Culpeper, VA • 22701
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Estimated sale price
$822,000 – $994,000
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