Set amidst 17 beautifully landscaped acres, Monte Ventoso is an extraordinary Italian-inspired villa offering the ambiance of a private Mediterranean retreat in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Ideally positioned between Washington, D.C. and Charlottesville, VA, the estate combines exceptional privacy with convenient accessibility. A handcrafted fountain imported from Italy creates a striking first impression and sets the tone for the home’s timeless character and tranquil setting. The property features refined architectural details with modern comforts, designed for both daily living and elegant entertaining. The main residence and primary guest cottage offer radiant heated floors, whole-house generators, gourmet kitchens, and quality touches around every corner. Outdoor living spaces include an ozone pool, hot tub, and cold plunge, an outdoor kitchen, dual-sided fireplace, and multiple terraces and gardens overlooking the surrounding natural beauty. Monte Ventoso presents a rare opportunity to experience a private oasis where European-inspired design, resort-style amenities, and the serenity of Virginia’s countryside come together in an unforgettable setting.
Active
$4,450,000
4578 Ruth Rd, Madison, VA 22727
5beds
5,153sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
17.32 Acres Lot
$4,203,600 Zestimate®
$864/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ozone poolDual-sided fireplaceModern comfortsHot tubRefined architectural detailsCold plungeOutdoor kitchen
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Listed by:
COURT NEXSEN 646-660-0700,
MCLEAN FAULCONER INC., REALTOR
Source: CAAR,MLS#: 677366
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Full Bath, Foyer, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Study
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Foyer
- Level: First
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Mud room
- Level: First
Study
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Some Commercial Grade, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,153
- Total interior livable area: 5,153 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,153
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Landscape Lights, Outdoor Kitchen
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Pool, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Rural
Lot
- Size: 17.32 Acres
- Features: Garden, Landscaped, Open Lot, Private
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 38 16B
- Zoning description: C-1 Conservation
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic Available, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Stream
- Security: Security System, Surveillance System
- Subdivision: NONE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Madison
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $864/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,082,600
- Annual tax amount: $14,900
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 24 days
- Exclusions: Potentially a few window treatments, garden statues & garden fountains
Estimated market value
$4,203,600
$3.99M - $4.41M
$5,429/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,450,000-25.2%$864/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Listing removed | $5,950,000$1,155/sqft |
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| 2/7/2025 | Price change | $5,950,000-23.2%$1,155/sqft |
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| 9/27/2024 | Price change | $7,750,000-13.4%$1,504/sqft |
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| 5/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $8,950,000$1,737/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,011 +31% | $1,082,600 +31% |
| 2023 | $6,115 | $826,400 |
| 2022 | $6,115 +4.2% | $826,400 |
| 2021 | $5,867 | $826,400 |
| 2020 | $5,867 | $826,400 +39.6% |
| 2018 | -- | $591,800 |
| 2017 | -- | $591,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $591,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $591,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $591,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $591,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 22727
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Waverly Yowell Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 4/10William H. Wetsel Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 4/10Madison County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Madison Primary
- Middle: William Wetsel
- High: Madison (Madison)
Source: CAAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Virginia
- Madison County
- Madison
- 22727
- 4578 Ruth Rd
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