Rare opportunity to own an idyllic 394-acre country estate at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, centrally located between Roanoke and Lynchburg. Live and work on a prominent rural treat with a diverse landscape filled with forests, fields, springs, streams, and a tranquil pond--creating a sanctuary for abundant wildlife and plant habitats. A main residence with an attached apartment and fully equipped guest house totaling nearly 9,000 finished square feet provides the opportunity to operate a B&B, recreational retreat, or multi-generational space for all. Featuring a pool, spa, sauna, gardens, gazebo, greenhouse and "chicken mansion," you can spend your days immersed in the beauty of historic central Virginia. Two oversized barns provide ample space for horses, equipment, and storage, making this an equestrian’s dream. The main home is the heart of the property with its full, enclosed wrap-around porch, stone wood-burning fireplace, and custom kitchen accented by brand new maple floors. Additional luxuries include an interior lap pool, sauna, finished garage, and two primary suites, offering every comfort for the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. Cherished by the same owner for 30 years, this property is now ready for its next chapter. Bring your vision and make this one-of-a-kind property your own!
For sale
$2,200,000
8028 Big Island Hwy, Bedford, VA 24523
6beds
8,836sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
393.74 Acres Lot
$2,175,200 Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tranquil pondInterior lap poolStone wood-burning fireplaceEnclosed wrap-around porchFinished garageChicken mansionDiverse landscape
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Listing updated: August 27, 2025 at 12:13pm
Listed by:
Cabell Childress (804)340-7000,
Long & Foster REALTORS,
Josh Burnett 804-944-8656,
Long & Foster REALTORS
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2520142
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Bay Window, Ceiling Fan(s), French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Track Lighting, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s), Greenhouse Window
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Crawl Space,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 8,836 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,465
- Finished area below ground: 1,371
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Detached, Finished Garage, Garage, Paved, Two Spaces, Unpaved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Enclosed, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Hot Tub/Spa, Out Building(s), Porch, Paved Driveway, Unpaved Driveway
- Pool features: Indoor, In Ground, Lap, Pool, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Sauna
- Fencing: Partial
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 393.74 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Greenhouse, Storage, Utility Building(s), Well House, Barn(s), Garage Apartment, Gazebo, Outbuilding, Pool House, Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 5703600
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Ranch,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Drywall, Shake Siding, Stone, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Slate
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $249/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,952,200
- Annual tax amount: $8,004
- Date on market: 8/20/2025
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
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