A RARE OPPORTUNITY Welcome to this stately 1926 American Foursquare with deep covered porch and Porte-Cochere nestled on 2 park-like acres overlooking pasture fields & surrounding mountains yet just minutes from the Virginia Horse Center, downtown Lexington, W&L and VMI. The two-story plan displays classic craftsmanship & functional design from the moment you step into the gracious entry foyer & light filled living & dining spaces. An updated kitchen offers modern conveniences & easily transitions to a cozy sunroom & rear deck for entertaining & relaxing. Continuing to the 2nd floor you'll find 4 large bedrooms each equipped with private baths. And two cozy sunporches made for lazy afternoon reads & naps, nestled high among the treetops. This property is steeped in local heritage. Known as "The Sunset Tourist Home" in the 1930s, this gracious home offered respite & lodging to weary tourists traveling the North-South corridor through the Shenandoah Valley, well before I-81. This rich and varied history was repeated in the early 2000s as guests were again welcomed to the "Riders Rest B&B".
If you've been dreaming of owning your own Airbnb or Bed and Breakfast or simply searching for the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with family and friends, come discover this rare gem.
For sale
$699,000
225 Alphin Ln, Lexington, VA 24450
5beds
3,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
2 Acres Lot
$658,800 Zestimate®
$203/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy sunroomDeep covered porchGracious entry foyer
- 44 days
- 772
- 45
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lana H Nicely 540-463-9520,
Flint Realty LLC 540-377-6380
Source: Rockbridge Highlands REALTORS®,MLS#: 140279
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Description: with private bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Description: with private bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Description: w/private bath and adj to sleeping porch
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Description: w/private bath and adjoining sleeping porch
- Level: Second
- Area: 136.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10.5
Half bathroom
- Level: First
Dining room
- Description: french doors
- Level: First
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 12
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Kitchen
- Description: tile floor, island
- Level: First
- Area: 200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12.5
Laundry
- Description: in pantry off kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Electric fireplace, oak floors
- Level: First
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Other
- Description: Sleeping porch adj to Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Other
- Description: Sleeping porch adjecent to bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Sunroom
- Description: Off kitchen, access to rear deck
- Level: First
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 18
Heating
- Propane, Zoned, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: As Is, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Bookcases
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Cellar,Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,440
- Total interior livable area: 3,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch, Sunroom, Deck
- Exterior features: Garden Space
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Sunset View
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Gazebo, Storage Shed, Workshop
- Parcel number: 61A121
- Zoning: Agricultural
- Zoning description: Agricultural
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Existing Septic
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $203/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $363,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,218
- Date on market: 9/5/2026
Estimated market value
$658,800
$626,000 - $692,000
$4,951/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+84.4%$203/sqft |
Source:  Rockbridge Highlands REALTORS® #140279 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2012 | Listing removed | $379,000$110/sqft |
Source: James Wm. Moore Real Estate #126317 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2012 | Listed for sale | $379,000-10.8%$110/sqft |
Source: James Wm. Moore Real Estate #126317 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2011 | Listing removed | $425,000$124/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Town and Country #125067 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $425,000+73.5%$124/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Town and Country #125067 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2002 | Sold | $245,000$71/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,328 +4.9% | $363,700 |
| 2024 | $2,219 | $363,700 |
| 2023 | -- | $363,700 |
| 2022 | -- | $363,700 +22% |
| 2021 | -- | $298,100 |
| 2020 | -- | $298,100 |
| 2018 | -- | $298,100 |
| 2017 | $1,989 | $298,100 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $1,989 | $270,600 |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 24450
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.
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