3420 Horseshoe Bend Road

Sold 6/9/14
Sold 6/9/14
Rivercroft enjoys an elevated setting above the Mechums River with views to the Blue RIdge
The forest and pasture setting is among the prettiest in the Free Union area.
The first floor is an open plan with kitchen, living room and cathedral ceiling. The deck overlooks the River to the Blue Ridge
Living room has a wood-burning fireplace that can be enjoyed from the kitchen and the kitchen bar.
More of the living room
The kitchen has been recently renovated and includes granite counter-tops.
Spacious enough for individual or group chef!
The dining room also has a cathedral ceiling and opens to the deck.
The first floor Master Bedroom has a cathedral ceiling, wood stove and private deck.
Another view of the master suite.
In the master suite wing is a lovely library/office.
There are two bedrooms upstairs - each with a private bath.
Upstairs Bedroom #2
At the garden level, there is a lovely family room/den with wood-burning fireplace
The den is quite large and enjoys an attached partial kitchen.
There is a fourth bedroom in the garden level with private bath, plenty of closet space and sliding doors that open to a patio overlooking the river.
The first level has two decks overlooking the river as shown in this rear elevation. The Garden level has a concrete patio with the same views.
Horse facilities are in excellent order with about 15 acres of pasture.
The stable is a lovely design featuring six stalls and tack room. Not shown is an A-Frame cottage behind the stable which has a loft bedroom and ground floor of living room, full kitchen and full bath. It also has a small deck overlooking the woodland.
The stable interior.
Carriages were a feature of this farm and one-half of the stable was used for carriage storage.
This is a charming setting for those interested in being part of their horses life.
A later carriage house was built that has tack room and storage downstairs with a full one-bedroom, one bath, kitchen apartment upstairs.
There is a fenced riding ring - rock dust surface needs Round-up on the grass.
Entrance drive through the forest
Rivercroft has a lovely bottom-field along the river that maintains a high state of fertility and excellent grazing capability.
The Mechums River
View to the River from back deck of the main house
There are beautiful Blue Ridge views that can be improved with some tree trimming between the house and the river.
The views are quite broad across the back deck of the main residence - beyond the Mechums River.
Last Sold Price
$900,000
4 beds4,715 sqft$191/sqft
3420 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901

Description

New pricing at $298k++ below current assessment! Shown by appointment only. This unique property offers absolute privacy and seclusion for the wonderfully sited and charming residence overlooking the Mechums River with far away Blue Ridge Mt. views. Possesses the well maintained resources for a fully turnkey equine facility in the heart of the Farmington Hunt, complemented by the benefits of income potential from the two rental units. All within an easy 15 minute drive to Charlottesville.New pricing at $298k++ below current assessment! Shown by appointment only. This unique property offers absolute privacy and seclusion for the wonderfully sited and charming residence overlooking the Mechums River with far away Blue Ridge Mt. views. Possesses the well maintained resources for a fully turnkey equine facility in the heart of the Farmington Hunt, complemented by the benefits of income potential from the two rental units. All within an easy 15 minute drive to Charlottesville.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/09/2014 01:00 AM

  1. Listed by SCOTT PEYTON • JOS. T. SAMUELS, INC.
    C: (434)-277-9260 scott@jtsamuels.com

Property Details for 3420 Horseshoe Bend Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
502396
Days on Market
547
Taxes
$4,919 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Detached
Year Built
1972
Lot Size
34.17 AC / 1,488,445 SF
County
Albemarle County
Subdivision
NONE
Directions
From Charlottesville take Barracks Rd.(becomes Garth) west past Foxfield Race Track to right on Free Union Rd.( Hunt Country Corner) Continue 1.7 miles to right on Horseshoe Bend Rd. then 1/2 mile to entrance on left at stone columns and black board fence
Water
Individual Well
Zoning
RA Rural Area
Garage # Cars
2.00
View
Mountain View, Pastoral View, Water View, Wooded View
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Building Information for 3420 Horseshoe Bend Road

Stories2Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size34.17 AC / 1,488,445 SF

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Property Information for 3420 Horseshoe Bend Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County/Incorporated City: Albemarle
  • Historic District: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Taxes: $4,919.00
  • Amen HOA/COA/Club/Sub: Library, Stable
  • Association: No
  • Association(s) Fees $: $.00
  • Parcel Number: TM 29-63D,71A,74A
School Information
  • Elem School: Meriwether Lewis
  • High School: Western Albemarle
  • Middle School: Henley
Parking
  • Garage AG Unfin: 0.0
  • Garage Total AG: 500.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Detached, Electricity, Faces Front
  • Driveway or Parking: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Fenced Part, Public Road
  • # of Acres: 34.17
  • Price Per SQFT: $190.88
  • Land Description: Elevated, Farm, Gently Rolling, Open, Partly Wooded, Secluded Lot, Water Front, Wooded
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Concrete Slab
  • Above Grade Finished: 2898.0
  • Above Grade Unfinished: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished: 1317.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished: 375.0
Property and Assessments
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Type: Detached
  • Foreclosure: No
  • Name of Property: RIVERCROFT
  • Property Excluded: LIVING ROOM MANTEL, CHANDELIER AT TOP OF MAIN STAIRCASE
  • Type of Construction: On Site Built
  • Level: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Occupant: OWNERS
  • Legal Description: TAX MAP 29-63D, TAX MAP 29-71A & TAX MAP 29-74A, OF APPROXIMATELY 34.17 ACRES AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON
  • Road Maint: 0.0
  • Lockbox: CAAR
  • Division Rights: Yes
  • Deed Book: 3017
  • Occupied By: Owner
  • Deed Book Page: 582
  • Design: Contemporary
  • Structure-Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Water Property: River
  • Listing Services: Exclusive Right to Sell, Full Service
  • Possession: Settlement
  • Farm Features: Hay Storage, Outdoor Riding Arena, Paddock, Riding Trails, Stable, Tack Room
  • Cable/Internet Available: Cable, DSL
  • Improvements: Carriage House, Guest House, Other Buildings, Outbuilding Apartment
Utilities
  • Sewer/Septic: Septic Tank
  • Gas: Liquid Propane
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Architectural Style
  • Fence: Board, Condition Good, Invisible, Woven Wire
  • Yard: Flood Lights, Hot Tub Outside, Landscaped, Private, Wooded
  • Structure-Features: Dual Vanities
  • Structure-Floors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Exterior: Concrete
  • Pool: No
  • Structures-Deck/Porch: Deck, Porch, Porch - Front, Porch - Rear
Interior Features
  • Structure-Window/Ceiling: 8' Ceilings, Casement Windows, Insulated Windows, Storm Windows, Vaulted/Cathedral Ceiling
  • Fireplace: Two, Wood Burning, Wood Stove
  • Fireplace Location: Basement, Bedroom, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Air Conditioning: Central AC, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Central Heat, Dual Fuel, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Oil, Wall
  • Kitchen Appliances/Feat: Breakfast Bar, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Island, Microwave, Recessed Light
  • Kitchen Cabinets/Counters: Granite, Painted Cabinets, Wood Cabinets
  • Bath: Attach Mstr Bath
  • Electricity: Elec Underground
  • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Stack Unit, Washer, Washer Hookup
Room Information
Additional Room Information
  • Room Types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Study/Library
  • Room Types Level B: Bedroom (LB), Family Room (LB), Full Bath (LB)
  • Room Types Level 1: Dining Room (L1), Full Bath (L1), Kitchen (L1), Living Room (L1), Master Bedroom (L1), Study/Library (L1)
  • Room Types Level 2+: Bedroom (L2+), Full Bath (L2+)
Bathrooms Information
  • # Baths: 4.00
  • # Baths: Below Grade: 1.00
  • # Baths: Main Level: 1.00
  • # Baths: Upper Level(s): 2.00
  • # Full Baths: 4
  • # Half Baths: 0
Bedrooms Information
  • Master Bed on Main Level: Yes
  • # Beds: 4.00
  • # Beds: Below Grade: 1.00
  • # Beds: Main Level: 1.00
  • # Beds: Upper Level(s): 2.00
Room 1
  • Room 1: Living Room
  • Room 1 Level: 1
  • Room 1 Size: 17x33
Room 2
  • Room 2: Master Bedroom
  • Room 2 Level: 1
  • Room 2 Size: 16x17
Room 3
  • Room 3: Dining Room
  • Room 3 Level: 1
  • Room 3 Size: 16x16
Room 4
  • Room 4: Kitchen
  • Room 4 Level: 1
  • Room 4 Size: 12x13
Room 5
  • Room 5: Study/Library
  • Room 5 Level: 1
  • Room 5 Size: 7x16
Room 6
  • Room 6: Full Bath
  • Room 6 Level: 1
  • Room 6 Size: 8x12
Room 7
  • Room 7: Bedroom
  • Room 7 Level: 2
  • Room 7 Size: 12x16
Room 8
  • Room 8: Full Bath
  • Room 8 Level: 2
  • Room 8 Size: 8x9
Room 9
  • Room 9: Bedroom
  • Room 9 Level: 2
  • Room 9 Size: 12x16
Room 10
  • Room 10: Full Bath
  • Room 10 Level: 2
  • Room 10 Size: 5x7
Room 11
  • Room 11: Family Room
  • Room 11 Level: Basement
  • Room 11 Size: 16x32
Room 12
  • Room 12: Bedroom
  • Room 12 Level: Basement
  • Room 12 Size: 14x15
Room 13
  • Room 13: Full Bath
  • Room 13 Level: Basement
  • Room 13 Size: 11x11

Property History for 3420 Horseshoe Bend Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 9, 2014

Sold

CAAR #502396

$900,000—
Aug 13, 2012

Listed (Active)

CAAR #502396

$1,345,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/09/2014

Sold

CAAR #502396

$900,000
08/13/2012

Listed (Active)

CAAR #502396

$1,345,000

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Schools near 3420 Horseshoe Bend Road

This home is within Albemarle County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Meriwether Lewis Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Joseph T Henley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Western Albemarle High School
Public - 9 to 12
Albemarle County Community Public Charter School
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Meriwether Lewis Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Joseph T Henley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Western Albemarle High School
Public9 to 12

Albemarle County Community Public Charter School
Charter6 to 8

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 3420 Horseshoe Bend Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901
$900,000
4
4,715
1,488,445
3416 Horseshoe Bend Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901
$1,500,000
4
4.5
3,073
1,033,243
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$2,700,100
7
8,575
970,516
3355 Free Union Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901
$730,000
6
5,933
701,316
3445 Free Union Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901
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5
3.5
5,088
940,286
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2,348
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