5724 Upper Craigs Creek Rd, Catawba, VA 24070

Mountain Valley Retreat in the Heart of Virginia's Hiking Paradise ~ Set in the serene Catawba Valley, this enchanting property is framed by the Alleghany Highlands and the iconic sawtooth ridge of Dragon's Tooth, offering breathtaking sunrises, sunsets, and long-range mountain views. Nestled within the biologically rich Jefferson National Forest, this home is a rare opportunity to live amid nature while staying conveniently close to town—just 30 minutes from Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Salem, and Roanoke, and minutes to two Appalachian Trail access points and the famous Virginia Triple Crown: McAfee Knob, Dragon's Tooth, and Tinker Cliffs. The property is bordered by a beautiful horse farm, adding to the rural charm, and boasts a newly replenished landscape featuring organic gardens, mulched flower beds, and spectacular mature trees. A fully enclosed vegetable and flower garden includes six large raised beds, custom fencing, landscape fabric, mulch, and whimsical wrought iron scarecrows-a gardener's dream come true. Inside, the home offers a warm, inviting layout with a spacious great room and gas fireplace, two bedrooms, one full bath, a cozy den, kitchen, pantry, and new washer and dryer in the laundry area. Exterior features include a rebuilt pole barn, a two-car garage with attached carport, and a vintage smokehouse, all contributing to the property's unique character and functionality. Whether you're looking to hike, bike, raft, fish, or simply soak in the quiet beauty of Southwest Virginia, this property is your gateway to it all. Experience peaceful living with unforgettable views in this truly special mountain retreat.