We are excited to reintroduce this stunning Virginia mountain estate to the market. (Previous Buyer backed out due to personal reasons. ) Discover the pinnacle of luxury and privacy in this stunning 27+ acre estate, the highest home in Virginia. The home is surrounded by 360 degree views of the Blue Ridge & Allegheny Mountains. “Higher Ground” is just 20 minutes from the Omni Homestead Resort and about a mile from the Hot Springs airport with a 5600-foot airstrip (currently being renovated). This elegant property features 8 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and 10,300 square feet of living space. Enjoy breathtaking Mountain Views from nearly every room, and unforgettable sunsets from the terraces. Outdoor amenities include a heated pool, and skeet shooting range, while the property offers ultimate privacy surrounded by thousands of protected acres of the state park and the Nature Conservancy. A 2024 elevator, Authentic Finnish Harvia Sauna, first level in-law suite, 5 custom mahogany doors, and a 3-car garage add to the luxury. Higher Ground Custom Estate is ideal for families, executives, private jet owners, and those seeking a truly private retreat. The estate's location in Hot Springs, VA, offers a wealth of activities at the Omni Homestead Resort including skiing, 2 championship golf courses, trails, and natural hot springs for relaxation and discovered in the 1700s. The property has been impeccably maintained by a Caretaker Couple, who would be interested in staying on should the buyers be interested.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
27.7 acresLot Size
$208Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Deborah Fonseca• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
•703-319-3344 (broker)
•mclean@ttrsir.com (broker)
Listed by Daniel Fonseca• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Other Structures: Cabana/Pool House, Carriage House, Pool Equipment Shed
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s)
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Property Green Features
Sustainability: Conserving Materials/Methods
Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaping, Mountainous, Open, Private, Sloping
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $750,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 10,365
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $16,090
County Tax: $19,599
Tax Assessed Value: $3,563,500
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $19,053.10
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Fuel: Other
Generator, Underground
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Propane
Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank, Septic Exists
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: BATH COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: From the Washington, DC area, take 66-W to 81-S. 81-S to I-64W. and take 16B toward Covington. Turn right onto State Rte 625/Dolly Ann Dr. Turn left onto State Rte 606 for 3 miles. Turn rte onto State Rte 703 for 2.8 miles and turn left onto Airport Rd.
Location Type: Adjoins National Forest
Road Responsibility: Public
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 10,844
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 27.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: —
County: Bath County
APN: 72 42D
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Valley Elementary School
Public PreK-7 • Assigned • 4.1mi
5/10
Bath County High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 9.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
1/10 Heat Factor
2 days above 88° expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.1 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.