Discover Locust Grove, a majestic Federal estate ca. 1840 located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge adjacent to Sweet Briar College. It features spacious bedrooms, heart pine floors, 5 fireplaces, wraparound porch, and full basement with versatile rooms, ensuring refined, yet comfortable living. The expansive acreage includes forested area, scenic pond, and fenced pastures. The superior 4-stall horse barn is equipped with HVAC, office space, wash bay, auto-waterers, and both an outdoor arena and working pen, all perfect for equestrian pursuits. The meticulously restored manor preserves its historical essence while offering contemporary conveniences along with expansive lawns for hosting special events. The acreage and elevations are also perfect for a vineyard-winery operation. Given its location, Locust Grove offers the opportunity for a town & country lifestyle enriched with heritage and sophistication, while seamlessly integrating nature, history, and luxury in a unique setting.
For sale
$1,595,000
1024 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA 24521
4beds
5,913sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
34.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Office spaceScenic pondOutdoor arenaForested areaFenced pasturesWorking penWash bay
- 116 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 23, 2025 at 06:06am
Listed by:
Tyler Williams 703-850-4914 ptylerwilliams@gmail.com,
Virginia Estates, Inc
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 358902
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 408
- Dimensions: 17 x 24
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Office
- Level: Below Grade
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Heating
- Forced Warm Air-Gas, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Two-Zone
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Generator, Electric Range, Washer, Other, Solar Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Main Level Den, Primary Bed w/Bath, Pantry, Plaster, Separate Dining Room, Tile Bath(s)
- Flooring: Pine, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry
- Attic: Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Den, Gas Log, Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,913
- Total interior livable area: 5,913 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,872
- Finished area below ground: 2,041
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Basement, Oversized, Other, Off Street, Circular Driveway, Paved Drive, 2 Car Attached Garage, 2 Car Detached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 34.3 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Secluded, Undergrnd Utilities
Details
- Additional structures: Airplane Hangar, Pole Building, Tractor Shed, Workshop
- Parcel number: 109A2829
- Zoning: A1
- Other equipment: Generator, Whole House Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Amherst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $270/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $709,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,328
- Date on market: 5/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 117 days
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