Welcome to your mountain escape! This charming 2-bed, 2-bath cabin in Vesuvius is nestled on 7 private acres of mature timberland, offering a peaceful, secluded setting just steps from National Forest access and a stocked trout stream - a dream come true for any outdoor enthusiast. Inside, you'll find a cozy yet spacious layout with warm wood accents, a large living area perfect for relaxing after a day outdoors, and a finished basement ready to serve as extra living space, a gear room, or a rec area. The open kitchen and dining area are ideal for entertaining, with scenic views of the surrounding forest right outside your windows. Whether you're hunting, fishing, hiking, or simply soaking in the serenity, this property offers year-round adventure and relaxation.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
7 acresLot Size
$165Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Laurie Gist• Lexington Real Estate Connection
Bought with Laurie Gist• Lexington Real Estate Connection
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$2,044/mo
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Market trends in 24483, VA
Last updated July 2026
Sale-to-List Price
95.8%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$230K
$0 MoM
Avg. days on market
95d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 1560 Pedlar River Rd
Date
Event
Price
RHR #139494
Dec 22, 2025
Sold
$230,000
$122/sq ft
Nov 24, 2025
Pending
—
Nov 11, 2025
Relisted
—
Nov 7, 2025
Delisted
—
Oct 10, 2025
Relisted
—
Aug 24, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 21, 2025
Listed
$240,000
$128/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 22, 2019
Sold
$130,000
$69/sq ft
LMLS #313238
Jan 22, 2019
Sold
$135,000
$72/sq ft
Jul 19, 2018
Listed
$135,000
$72/sq ft
+59
Neatest little rustic cabin on 7 ac near National Forest and stocked trout stream. Conveniently located and surrounded by mature timber, this place is truly an outdoorsman paradise!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,303 (+99.0%)
$42,000 + $190,600
$232,600
2025
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2024
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2023
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2022
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2021
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2020
$655 (−1.0%)
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2019
$661
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2018
$661
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2017
$661
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2016
$661 (+8.9%)
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2015
$607
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2014
$607
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
Tax history for 1560 Pedlar River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,303 (+99.0%)
$42,000 + $190,600
$232,600
2025
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2024
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2023
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2022
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2021
$655
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2020
$655 (−1.0%)
$35,000 + $72,300
$107,300
2019
$661
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2018
$661
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2017
$661
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2016
$661 (+8.9%)
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2015
$607
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
2014
$607
$41,000 + $67,400
$108,400
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,080
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Amherst County
APN
2 A 6
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove, Baseboard, Electric, Wood
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning, Living Room
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 840
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential - Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 7
Zoning Description: Agricultural
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,464
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Spring
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Temperence
Middle Or Junior School: Amherst County Middle
High School: Amherst High
Location Information
Directions: Approximately 20 mi W of Amherst on rt 60 to right on Pedlar River Rd, 2 mi to property on right
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,080
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Amherst County
APN: 2 A 6
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Temperance Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 11.0mi
9/10
Amherst Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 19.0mi
6/10
Amherst County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 18.2mi
3/10
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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
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.