This 6.55-acre parcel in Ferrum, Virginia is defined first and foremost by its timber. Large, mature hardwoods stand across every acre — impressive trees that took generations to grow and create the kind of deep, cathedral woodland most people only encounter in a state park. Walking this land, the canopy closes overhead, light filters down soft and green, the sounds of the outside world fall away, and everything gets very quiet and very right. This is not a wooded lot with a few nice trees scattered about. This is genuine, mature Franklin County hardwood timber at its absolute finest. Property lines are clearly marked, giving you confidence and clarity from day one. A private road provides dependable, year-round access while preserving the natural seclusion that makes this land so special. The lot is vacant and completely unburdened — a clean canvas with no existing structures, no inherited problems, and no limitations on what you choose to build. Just minutes away, Philpott Lake delivers world-class bass and walleye fishing, boating, kayaking, and hiking along some of the most unspoiled shoreline in southwestern Virginia. Living this close to Philpott means the lake stops being a destination and becomes simply part of your daily rhythm — and that is a very good rhythm to have. Franklin County rewards those who choose it deliberately. The scenery is genuine, the community is welcoming, and the pace of life feels less like slowing down and more like finally getting the speed right. Rocky Mount and Martinsville are nearby for everyday needs, while the Blue Ridge Parkway and Smith Mountain Lake are within easy reach for weekend adventure. Whether you are envisioning a custom home beneath towering hardwoods, a private sportsman's retreat, a peaceful retirement haven, or a sound long-term land investment — this property delivers on every count. Mature timber. Marked boundaries. Private road access. Philpott Lake minutes away.
Vacant landProperty Type
6.55 acresLot Size
$5,496Price/Acres
Listed by Matthew Muehleck• Mossy Oak Properties Land and Luxury
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K - 12
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Ferrum Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.6mi
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Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 15.8mi
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Franklin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 15.5mi
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Zoning: NZ
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6.55 acres
Located in the Other subdivision
Directions: From Fairystone Park Rd, turn onto Thompson Ridge Rd and travel about 1 mile. Turn left onto Welcome Valley Rd and travel 1/8 mile. Turn right onto Otter Creek Rd and travel 1/8 mile. Turn left onto Turkey Ridge Dr. Property is 1/10 mile on left.
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Last updated by owner on Jun 23, 2026.
NZ
Non-Zoned District
NZ is a designation that stands for Non-Zoned. Non-Zoned areas of the County have no zoning district (land use) regulations. However, NZ areas are still subject to state regulations such as the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), as well as some countywide regulations such as front setbacks, manufactured home parks, subdivision controls, building codes, and storm water and erosion & sediment control.
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Ferrum, VA • 24088
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Redfin Estimate for 00 Turkey Ridge Dr #30
$32,815
$3,184 under list price of $36K
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