For more than a century, “The Ole Yellar House” has stood as one of the valleys most beloved landmarks, locals of generations have whispered about, admired, and waited decades to call their own. It’s golden façade glowing against the Blue Ridge backdrop like a beacon of welcome. Built in 1885, this storied estate invites you to step into its narrative. Sunlight pours across warm hardwood floors that have carried generations of footsteps — each one adding to the home’s quiet, enduring soul. 4 gracious bedrooms and 2 timeless baths offer a blend of elegance and authenticity, where every detail feels intentional, preserved, and deeply loved. A lifetime of stories held gently in the walls. Outside, the story widens. A picturesque barn stands proudly on the grounds, its weathered boards whispering tales of seasons past. Walking through the mature landscaping feels like stepping into a quiet, living sanctuary — shaded paths, blooming textures, and the sense that nature has been lovingly tending this home for generations. Wide porches wrap the home like an embrace, framing sweeping mountain views that shift with the light and the world seems to soften— morning mist, golden hour glow, and star drenched nights. It’s the kind of place where time slows, tea tastes sweeter, and the world feels a little softer. Set just moments from Shenandoah National Park, renowned hiking trails, and the quiet charm of Virginia’s small mountain towns, this property offers a lifestyle rooted in beauty, serenity, and heritage. It is a sanctuary, a storybook, and a once in a generation opportunity. So many have waited for this moment — watching, hoping, imagining. Now the next chapter belongs to you. Claim the legacy. Live the story. Welcome home to The Ole Yellar House.
For sale
$489,500
705 Marksville Rd, Stanley, VA 22851
4beds
2,226sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
2.43 Acres Lot
$475,900 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Framing sweeping mountain views
- 32 days |
- 2,415 |
- 204 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christie Jones 571-921-2032,
RE/MAX Gateway
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAPA2006452
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Chair Rail, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features, Chair Rail, Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None, Other
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,226
- Total interior livable area: 2,226 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,226
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Private, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 2.43 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 72A89
- Zoning: A-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Stanley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $338,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,471
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Rugs In Dining Room & Living Room (hardwood Unfinished Under Rugs)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$475,900
$452,000 - $500,000
$2,162/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,500$220/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAPA2006452 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,792 | $245,500 |
| 2023 | $1,792 | $245,500 |
| 2022 | $1,792 | $245,500 |
| 2021 | $1,792 | $245,500 |
| 2020 | $1,792 +12.3% | $245,500 +12.3% |
| 2019 | $1,596 | $218,600 |
| 2018 | $1,596 +10.6% | $218,600 |
| 2017 | $1,443 | $218,600 |
| 2016 | $1,443 | $218,600 -11.6% |
| 2015 | $1,443 -8.8% | $247,200 |
| 2014 | $1,582 | $247,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $247,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $247,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $247,200 +3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $239,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $239,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $239,200 +30.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $183,600 +41.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $129,400 +2.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $126,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $126,800 +30.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $97,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $97,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 22851
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Stanley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Page County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 6/10Page County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Page County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. 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
- Page County
- Stanley
- 22851
- 705 Marksville Rd
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