PRIVATE, SERENE GETAWAY! Welcome to this beautiful log cabin on "Frenchman’s Pond”! This 3 bedroom 2 bath just under 2000 square foot home in Fort Valley is nestled away on roughly 6.05 acres with an additional large barn and was an active short-term rental until 2020. Outside you will find a gorgeous spring-fed pond with a bench & canoe to view the abundant wildlife, such as wild geese and turtles. The expansive open yard and large firepit allow for ample room to entertain. Inside you will find custom stone floors, original log walls, a quaint country kitchen and large family room with pueblo-style wood burning fireplace in the corner. The owner has completed many upgrades since 2004 including: majority of electric and plumbing was redone in 2004, added propane heaters and baseboard electric, upgraded 100 amp electric service, shingle roof & rolled rubber roof replaced around 2010. Wood burning fireplace and stove chimney’s are functional and have been relined. In December 2021, Septic was inspected and pumped, well was inspected, and termite inspection and treatment was completed. This home is to be conveyed fully furnished minus several personal items. Don’t miss your chance to own your private getaway today! Owner is a licensed MD Realtor.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
6.06 acresLot Size
$224Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Chase Louderback• Funkhouser Real Estate Group
•540-743-4545 (broker)
•info@funkhousergroup.com (broker)
Bought with Brad Cook• Keller Williams Realty/Lee Beaver & Assoc.
PRIVATE, SERENE GETAWAY! Welcome to this beautiful log cabin on "Frenchman’s Pond”! This 3 bedroom 2 bath just under 2000 square foot home in Fort Valley is nestled away on roughly 6.05 acres with an additional large barn and was an active short-term rental until 2020. Outside you will find a gorgeous spring-fed pond with a bench & canoe to view the abundant wildlife, such as wild geese and turtles. The expansive open yard and large firepit allow for ample room to entertain. Inside you will find custom stone floors, original log walls, a quaint country kitchen and large family room with pueblo-style wood burning fireplace in the corner. The owners has completed many upgrades since 2004 including: majority of electric and plumbing was redone in 2004, added propane heaters and baseboard electric, upgraded 100 amp electric service, shingle roof & rolled rubber roof replaced around 2010. Wood burning fireplace and stove chimney’s are functional and have been relined. In December 2021, Septic was inspected and pumped, well was inspected, and termite inspection and treatment was completed. This home is to be conveyed fully furnished minus several personal items. Don’t miss your chance to own your private getaway today! Owner
HRAR #624269
Apr 22, 2022
Delisted
—
Jan 22, 2022
Price Changed
$474,900
$239/sq ft
Jan 21, 2022
Price Changed
$484,900
$244/sq ft
Jan 21, 2022
Relisted
—
Nov 9, 2021
Listed
$499,999
$252/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VASH2001370
Apr 17, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2022
Price Changed
$449,900
$226/sq ft
Mar 1, 2022
Price Changed
$464,900
$234/sq ft
Jan 1, 2022
Relisted
—
Dec 5, 2021
Contingent
—
Nov 18, 2021
Price Changed
$474,900
$239/sq ft
Nov 9, 2021
Listed
$499,999
$252/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 28, 2003
Sold
$150,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,074 (+408.9%)
$102,423 + $538,128
$640,551
2025
$604 (−71.6%)
$81,400 + $13,000
$94,400
2024
$2,128 (+6.7%)
$81,400 + $251,100
$332,500
2023
$1,995 (+3.4%)
$81,400 + $251,100
$332,500
2022
$1,929 (+64.0%)
$81,400 + $251,100
$332,500
2021
$1,176 (+7.8%)
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2020
$1,091
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2019
$1,091
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2018
$1,091 (+6.7%)
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2017
$1,022 (+1.5%)
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2014
$1,007
$83,500 + $93,200
$176,700
Tax history for 9881 Fort Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,074 (+408.9%)
$102,423 + $538,128
$640,551
2025
$604 (−71.6%)
$81,400 + $13,000
$94,400
2024
$2,128 (+6.7%)
$81,400 + $251,100
$332,500
2023
$1,995 (+3.4%)
$81,400 + $251,100
$332,500
2022
$1,929 (+64.0%)
$81,400 + $251,100
$332,500
2021
$1,176 (+7.8%)
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2020
$1,091
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2019
$1,091
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2018
$1,091 (+6.7%)
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2017
$1,022 (+1.5%)
$77,400 + $93,000
$170,400
2014
$1,007
$83,500 + $93,200
$176,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Partly Wooded, Pond, Private, Secluded, Rural, Trees/Wooded, Cleared
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 250
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $81,400
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,987
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $1,176
Tax Assessed Value: $332,500
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $1,176
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
Baseboard - Electric, Wood Burn Stove, Wall Unit
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased, Wood
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Above Ground
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: SHENANDOAH COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Edinburg take Edinburg Gap Road for roughly 6 miles. Turn left on Fort Valley Rd . Proceed for 10 miles and the property will be on your left with sign in the yard. From Luray take State Rte 675 for roughly 22 miles and the property will be on your left with sign in the yard.
Location Type: Pond
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access
Water Access
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Pond
Water Body Name: Frenchman's Pond
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,987
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6.06 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Shenandoah County
APN: 048 02 001
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sandy Hook Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.4mi
5/10
Signal Knob Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.0mi
7/10
Strasburg High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.6mi
7/10
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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
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 3.7 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$423,000 – $512,000
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