Welcome to 974 Cross Mountain Rd—a private, fully furnished mountain retreat in Luray, Virginia offering breathtaking panoramic views, thoughtful design, and incredible investment potential. This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath custom log home sits on just over an acre and includes an expansive open-concept living space with soaring ceilings, hardwood flooring, and walls of windows that flood the home with natural light. Each spacious bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom and direct access to oversized decks that wrap around the home—ideal for morning coffee, entertaining, or relaxing in the hot tub while taking in mountain views. The spacious cabin offers 2,850+ sq ft of finished living space across two levels, including a lower-level guest suite with private entry, perfect for in-laws, rental guests, or added flexibility. With over 1,100 sq ft of deck and terrace space, this property was designed to blend indoor comfort with outdoor serenity. Formally operating as a furnished short-term rental, this home is being offered turnkey with furnishings and the option to purchase multiple adjoining lots totaling approximately almost 8 additional acres. Located minutes from Luray Caverns, Skyline Drive, and Shenandoah National Park, this home offers both lifestyle and legacy investment value.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
1.04 acresLot Size
$256Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Mr. Gayle T Bailey II• Keller Williams Realty
PRICED TO SELL BELOW 2019 APPRAISED VALUE! Once Upon a Mountain, a gorgeous log cabin B & B perched on the top of Cross Mountain Road with breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, is located just 2 hours from Washington, DC in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. This home features vaulted ceilings, magnificently tiled showers, hardwood and tiled floors, as well as excellent natural light from the skylights and large windows at the rear of the property. Each of the 3 bedrooms have been operating as guest suites and have their own bathrooms as well as access to the rear deck, hot tub and mountain views. The immaculately landscaped and rolling land in the backyard make it a prime location for entertaining. Come experience the beauty that has attracted so many guests over the years to this successful Bed and Breakfast! View our Video Tour here: https://vimeo.com/350424758 6 Additional adjoining lots are available totaling roughly 5.4 acres. Tax Map#s: 741A-2-B19, B20, & B21 available for additional $50,000. Tax Map#s: 74A-4-D22, 23, & D24 available for additional $30,000.
BRIGHT MLS #1006848772
Jul 7, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2011
Listed
$724,900
$254/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006442652
Nov 1, 2009
Listing Removed
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Sep 29, 2008
Listed
$699,000
$245/sq ft
CAAR #458080
Nov 1, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Aug 29, 2008
Listed
$699,000
$245/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,270 (+3.0%)
$24,800 + $604,020
$628,820
2025
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2024
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2023
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2022
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2021
$3,176 (+20.5%)
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2020
$2,635
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2019
$2,635 (+4.3%)
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2018
$2,526 (+6.1%)
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2017
$2,382
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2016
$2,381 (+2.2%)
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2014
$2,330
$45,000 + $319,200
$364,200
Tax history for 974 Cross Mountain Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,270 (+3.0%)
$24,800 + $604,020
$628,820
2025
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2024
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2023
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2022
$3,176
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2021
$3,176 (+20.5%)
$35,000 + $400,000
$435,000
2020
$2,635
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2019
$2,635 (+4.3%)
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2018
$2,526 (+6.1%)
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2017
$2,382
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2016
$2,381 (+2.2%)
$45,000 + $315,900
$360,900
2014
$2,330
$45,000 + $319,200
$364,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.04 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
2,793
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Page County
APN
74A 2 B17
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer - Front Loading, Stove
Door Features: Double Entry, French
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Furnished
Interior Features: Family Room Off Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Country, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchen - Eat-In, Master Bath(s), Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Open
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Great Room
Lot Features: Additional Lot(s), Premium, Trees/Wooded, Secluded, Private
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Additional Parcels
Land Assessed Value: $35,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,415
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 434
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $3,176
Tax Assessed Value: $435,000
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,219
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $250
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District Name: PAGE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Take 340 Business South. Just outside town, turn Left on Stonyman Rd. , across the bridge. Drive 6 miles (it becomes Ida Rd. ) and turn Right on Hollow Run Rd. Drive 1 mile and turn Right on Holiday Hill Rd. In mile turn sharp right through white gate onto Cross Mountain Rd. Continue up the hill to the driveway on the right on the VERY TOP of the mountain. Look for the sign at the entrance to 974 Cross Mountain Rd. MAKE SURE TO TAKE THIS ROUTE AS THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN HAS A LOCKED GATE
Location Type: Mountain
Road Surface Type: Black Top, Gravel
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,793
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.04 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Page County
APN: 74A 2 B17
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Stanley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi
4/10
Page County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.9mi
5/10
Page County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.1mi
6/10
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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
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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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Estimated sale price
$695,000 – $841,000
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