Take a step back in time to a quieter era before the hustle and bustle of daily life and social media cache became the norm. This once in a lifetime property allows for an entirely sustainable, off- the- grid lifestyle. Comprised of 60 largely wooded acres, this property features a circa 1830s log home, is fully outfitted with a 2200 watt solar array, 2 irrigated hoop houses that were part of an eco-organic commercial farm that sold to many local and renowned restaurants, over half an acre of 8 ft fenced gardens, fruit trees, berry plantings, beehives, greenhouse, potting shed, guest cottage, and a fantastic well that can run off the solar grid, electric, or in dire straights you can even use the original hand pump. All of this is tucked right on the side of George Washington National Forest (over 3,000 feet of adjacent boundary lines), making it not only a prime property for those with agricultural interests, but also those looking for a rustic hunting getaway.
The hand-hewn log- cabin features new siding (made from trees felled and milled right on the property), while the interior maintains its rustic charm with gorgeous wide plank flooring and original architectural details throughout the structure. Heated with a pot belly stove, the cabin has a cozy feel year-round, but especially in the winter. The kitchen features an operational wood stove, but also has vintage functioning appliances- just like Grandma used to have!
Please note that this property will not work for most bank financing options and would best be suited for a cash purchase.
For sale
$595,000
553 Big River Rd, Goshen, VA 24439
3beds
1,504sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1837
60.09 Acres Lot
$576,100 Zestimate®
$396/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Guest cottagePotting shedCozy feel year-roundBerry plantingsVintage functioning appliancesFruit trees
- 363 days
- 589
- 31
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mary Beth Harris 540-460-0753,
James River Realty - Lexington
Source: Rockbridge Highlands REALTORS®,MLS#: 139540
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wood Stove
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator, Wood Stove, Cooktop, Electric
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,504
- Total interior livable area: 1,504 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Garden Space
- Fencing: Partial,Fenced Yard
Lot
- Size: 60.09 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Storage Shed, Guest House
- Parcel number: 6 A 7
- Zoning: Agricultural
- Zoning description: Agricultural
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1837
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Existing Septic
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Creek/Stream
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Goshen
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $396/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $237,000
- Annual tax amount: $849
- Date on market: 9/11/2025
Estimated market value
$576,100
$547,000 - $605,000
$1,278/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/20/2026 | Price change | $595,000-11.9%$396/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000-1.6%$449/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Listing removed | $686,000$456/sqft |
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| 4/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $686,000+24.1%$456/sqft |
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| 4/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $553,000+93.4%$368/sqft |
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| 5/20/2020 | Listing removed | $286,000$190/sqft |
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| 2/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $286,000-22.7%$190/sqft |
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| 7/3/2018 | Listing removed | $370,000$246/sqft |
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| 1/29/2018 | Listed for sale | $370,000+43.4%$246/sqft |
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| 1/19/2010 | Sold | $258,000$172/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $749 | $237,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $237,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $237,000 -0.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $239,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $239,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $239,000 |
| 2017 | $820 | $239,000 -6% |
| 2016 | $820 | $254,300 |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 24439
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central
- Middle: Maury River
- High: Rockbridge Co
Source: Rockbridge Highlands REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






