Charming and recently upgraded country farmhouse c. 1880's, original log home c. 1790. Lots of history and ready to make new memories. A private setting on 80 acres, approximately half wooded, near Rockbridge Baths only ten miles from downtown historic Lexington. Lovely mountain and pastoral views with spring-fed stocked pond and seasonal stream meandering through the property. Beautiful original pine floors throughout majority of home. 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with approximately 2500 sq feet of living area, gourmet kitchen, oversized entertainment area/deck with a fantastic outdoor fire pit -- all with outstanding views that can also be enjoyed by the newly renovated sunroom. Perfect for horses and trail rides. 2 stall barn with hay/tack room. High speed fiber optic in place
Single-familyProperty Type
1790Year Built
80.22 acresLot Size
$512Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • J.F. Brown Real Estate Services
Bought with Susan Rinehart• J.F. Brown Real Estate Services
Charming, charming, vintage 1880's farmhouse on 80 acres. Second story porch. Enclosed porch. Deck for entertaining. Lovely mountain and pastoral views. Fenced paddock. Spring-fed pond. Privacy. Beautiful part of the county, yet minutes from Lexington. Riding Trails, walking tails. Perfect for a getaway, horse farm, or elegant plantation home.
Public Records
Aug 19, 2016
Sold
$431,100
$171/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 31, 2003
Sold
$485,000
$192/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,365
$402,000 + $436,300
$838,300
2025
$5,365 (+4.9%)
$402,000 + $436,300
$838,300
2023
$5,114 (+50.3%)
$402,000 + $436,300
$838,300
2022
$3,403
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2021
$3,403
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2020
$3,403 (+1.4%)
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2019
$3,357 (+44.9%)
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2018
$2,316
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2017
$2,316 (−36.5%)
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2016
$3,646 (+2.8%)
$344,300 + $151,800
$496,100
2014
$3,547 (+11.7%)
$344,300 + $151,800
$496,100
2012
$3,175
$344,300 + $151,800
$496,100
Tax history for 2979 Turkey Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,365
$402,000 + $436,300
$838,300
2025
$5,365 (+4.9%)
$402,000 + $436,300
$838,300
2023
$5,114 (+50.3%)
$402,000 + $436,300
$838,300
2022
$3,403
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2021
$3,403
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2020
$3,403 (+1.4%)
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2019
$3,357 (+44.9%)
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2018
$2,316
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2017
$2,316 (−36.5%)
$294,800 + $165,100
$459,900
2016
$3,646 (+2.8%)
$344,300 + $151,800
$496,100
2014
$3,547 (+11.7%)
$344,300 + $151,800
$496,100
2012
$3,175
$344,300 + $151,800
$496,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
80.22 Acres
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
2,640
Year built
1790
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockbridge County
APN
35-A--8
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Wood
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential - Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Lot Size Acres: 80.22
Zoning Description: Agricultural
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,403.26
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Central
Middle Or Junior School: Maury River
High School: Rockbridge Co
Location Information
Directions: From Kerrs Creek exit I-64 W, take Fredericksburg Rd, T/R Maple Swamp, / T/L Turkey Hill. property on left.
Subdivision Name: Breakaway Farm
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,640
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 80.22 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1790
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Rockbridge County
APN: 35-A--8
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.3mi
5/10
Maury River Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.8mi
5/10
Rockbridge County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 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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Historical weather
Rockbridge Baths, VA • 24473
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.