Serenity: A rare and unique property offering nearly 18 private acres just minutes from Central Park on historic River Road. The original house dates to the 1850s with major remodeling including the addition of a 1 BR Guest House, outdoor and indoor swimming pools, sauna and more. Gun emplacements and trenches from the Civil War lie behind the house where during the Chancellorsville campaign more than 1,500 Confederate troops were stationed at the house because of its vantage point overlooking the river. Nicknamed "The Ridge" the property offers views of the Rappahannock River, open fields, woods and a stream running along the property edge. Truly a one-of-a-kind listing with awesome potential to become your private dream estate without being far from town. Bring your horses and follow the trails around the property and down along the stream while enjoying the sounds of nature. About a 10 minute drive to Olde Town Fredericksburg where you can take advantage of shopping, restaurants, night life or catch the train, "The Ridge" is ready for you to make it your private oasis where only your imagination limits the possibilities.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
4.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
12 Acres
Year renovated
1976
Sq. Ft.
4,021
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Spotsylvania County
APN
13 - 5 - - B
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
RU
RESERVOIR PROTECTION OVERLAY DISTRICT
RIVER PROTECTION OVERLAY DISTRICT
Rural District
The purpose of the rural (Ru) district is to protect and maintain the rural character of the county and to protect and enhance the agricultural economy of the county, while providing for low density residential development in a rural setting.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Educational/school
Casino / gaming facility
Golf related
Park & open space
Mar 9, 2027 • Active
Reno-addition
Construct a renovation and addition to a building with three porches.
Addition
Remodel
Jul 8, 2025 • Active
Otc
Install temporary power service.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Breezeway, Patio(s)
Roof: Shake, Metal
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Guest House, Machine Shed
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Stone Retaining Walls, Satellite Dish, Outbuilding(s)
Fencing: Partially, Split Rail, Rear, Chain Link
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Fenced, Indoor, In Ground
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Not In Development, Partly Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, SideYard(s), Stream/Creek, Trees/Wooded
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Additional Parcels
Additional Parcels Description: 13-A-74A, 13-5-D
Land Assessed Value: $392,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,154
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,386
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $4,201.74
Tax Assessed Value: $677,700
Tax Year: 2006
Tax Annual Amount: $4,201.74
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2006
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s), Wood Burn Stove
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased
Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Electric
Sewer Septic: Septic > # of BR
Electric Available, Propane
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From I-95 take Rt 3 west / R on Bragg Rd / L on River Rd / Follow down the hill 8/10 mile and watch for entrance on the left for both 5516 & 5624 River Rd mailboxes with white gates/ follow paved drive up the hill then keep left on the gravel drive to the top of the hill to the property (a small directional sign will be where the driveways split).
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,021
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: 1976
County: Spotsylvania County
APN: 13 - 5 - - B
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Salem Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Chancellor Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
3/10
Riverbend High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% 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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Historical weather
Fredericksburg, VA • 22407
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.13M – $1.36M
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