Nestled in a private valley where the Jackson River descends into Richardson Gorge, Folly Farm is a rare, generational estate opportunity in the heart of Bath County. Originally built in the early 1800s, this historic property has been painstakingly restored, seamlessly blending its rich heritage with the finest luxuries of modern living. Spanning 40 pristine acres, including over a third of a mile of private river frontage on both banks, the property offers a main residence and a charming guest cottage affectionately known as the “Doghouse,” totaling 8 bedrooms. Folly Farm is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Unwind in the screened-in “Riverhouse” perched directly on the water’s edge, or spend sunny afternoons by the heated pool and pool house. From a custom mini-golf hole to world-class fly fishing right in your backyard, the outdoor pursuits are endless. While offering total seclusion, this private sanctuary is just a ten-minute drive from the historic Omni Homestead Resort, offering effortless access to world-class golf, dining, and spa amenities.
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$4,950,000
7449 Richardson Gorge Rd, Hot Springs, VA 24445
8beds
7,488sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
40.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$661/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
MURDOCH MATHESON 434-981-7439,
FRANK HARDY SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Source: CAAR,MLS#: 678608
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Breakfast Room/Nook, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Foyer, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Study, Sunroom, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Breakfast room nook
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Foyer
- Level: First
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Study
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: First
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Central, Geothermal, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Some Commercial Grade, Wine Cooler, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Multiple Primary Suites, Breakfast Area, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Utility Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Porcelain Tile, Wood
- Windows: Casement Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Multiple, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,538
- Total interior livable area: 7,488 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,168
- Finished area below ground: 320
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Fence, Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Pool, Private
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Mountain(s), Valley, Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 40.5 Acres
- Features: Adjacent To Public Land, Garden, Landscaped, Private, Wooded, Waterfront, Borders National Forest
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Utility Building(s)
- Parcel number: 612A, 6114B
- Zoning description: A-2 Agricultural General
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Copper
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: River, Stream
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Surveillance System
- Subdivision: NONE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hot Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $661/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,659,300
- Annual tax amount: $12,382
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,400/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,950,000$661/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listing removed | $4,950,000$661/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,950,000$661/sqft |
Source: CAAR #677049 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $8,297 | $1,659,300 |
| 2018 | $8,297 | $1,659,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 24445
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-7Distance: 5.1 mi
- 6/10Bath County High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 4.2 mi
- 7/10Millboro Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-7Distance: 15.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valley
- High: Bath
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- Virginia
- Bath County
- Hot Springs
- 24445
- 7449 Richardson Gorge Rd
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