Imagine owning this tastefully updated cottage nestled between the South Fork Holston River and the Virginia Creeper Trail at Trestle #13, just upstream from historic Alvarado Station and Park. Located approximately midway between historic downtown Abingdon and Damascus—"The Friendliest Town on the Appalachian Trail"—this remarkable property offers an exceptional combination of tranquility, outdoor recreation, income potential, and investment flexibility. The Virginia Creeper Trail transects the property, while river frontage along the South Fork Holston provides direct access to kayaking, tubing, canoeing, trout fishing, and peaceful riverside relaxation just steps from your front door. From your back door, bike or hike the Creeper Trail to the Appalachian Trail, with adventures stretching all the way from Georgia to Maine. Panoramic mountain views, the soothing sounds of the river, and the surrounding natural beauty create a setting that is both inspiring and restorative. More than simply a home, this is a lifestyle. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee on the front porch overlooking the river, getting lost in a favorite book, or spending the day exploring the outdoors, every moment here offers a sense of peace that's increasingly difficult to find. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the property's proximity to Jefferson National Forest, South Holston Lake, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, The Channels Natural Area Preserve, South Holston Dam, Bristol Caverns, and countless opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, paddling, and exploring Southwest Virginia's spectacular mountain landscape. Since acquiring the property, the current owners have made extensive improvements, tastefully remodeling the home and successfully operating it as a short-term vacation rental. The combination of South Fork Holston River frontage, direct Virginia Creeper Trail access, established Airbnb income, tourism appeal, and exceptional
For sale
Price cut: $25K (8/19)
$325,000
21570 Alvarado Rd, Abingdon, VA 24211
3beds
2,160sqft
Manufactured Home, Mobile Home
Built in 1998
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Panoramic mountain viewsTastefully remodeling the homeSurrounding natural beautyTastefully updated cottage
- 71 days
- 435
- 23
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Roberta Hylton 276-356-5700,
Highlands Real Estate | Sea Glass 276-676-2221
Source: SWVAR,MLS#: 110857
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Newer Paint, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,160
- Total interior livable area: 2,160 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,160
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel, RV Access/Parking, See Remarks
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch, See Remarks
- Exterior features: Horses Allowed, Lighting, Mature Trees, See Remarks, Other
- Fencing: See Remarks,Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front Front
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Borders Public Walking Trail, Cleared, Irregular Lot, Level, Farm, Rolling Slope, Secluded, Views, Waterfront, Wooded, See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 148A49B
- Zoning: A1
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MobileManufactured
- Property subtype: Manufactured Home, Mobile Home
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Dry Wall
- Foundation: Block, Permanent
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Exterior Condition: Good,Interior Condition: Good
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Abingdon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $150/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $53,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,934
- Date on market: 7/5/2026
- Road surface type: Paved, Unimproved
- Body type: Double Wide
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $325,000-7.1%$150/sqft |
Source:  SWVAR #110857 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9997518 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $350,000-36.4%$162/sqft |
Source: SWVAR #110857 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9997518 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2024 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: TVRMLS #9971952 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2024 | Price change | $1,800-10%$1/sqft |
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| 10/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 12/12/2020 | Listing removed | $550,000+10%$255/sqft |
Source: The Mahaffey Agency #74311 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2020 | Sold | $500,000-9.1%$231/sqft |
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| 6/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $550,000+37.7%$255/sqft |
Source: The Mahaffey Agency #74311 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2011 | Listing removed | $399,500$185/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Johnson City #310708 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2011 | Listed for sale | $399,500$185/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,881 | $53,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 24211
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rhea Valley
- Middle: Damascus
- High: Holston
Source: SWVAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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