5550 Dunlap Creek Rd Covington, VA 24426
Estimated payment $4,260/month
Total Views
47,275
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,000
Sq Ft
$750
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Great Room
- Laundry Room
- 1 Fireplace
- Granite Countertops
- Propane Stove
About This Home
The Creekside Cabin Retreat offers more than just a stunning setting and historical context; it presents ample opportunities for recreation and relaxation that appeal to all ages. Whether you are drawn to water sports, fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying a peaceful day by the water, there is something here for everyone. Recreational enthusiasts will find this location to be a haven that caters to outdoor lifestyles. With trails weaving through scenic vistas and ample opportunities for birdwatching and photography. Creekside is a sanctuary where time slows down to a crawl. An immaculate log cabin serves as a home base for all who visit Creekside. The cabin, located by free-flowing Dunlap Creek, captures the hum of rushing water as well as the picturesque view of the year-round stream and stunning sheer rock cliff backdrop. HIGHLIGHTS *Eleven acres adjoining the 1.8-million-acre George Washington National Forest *An immaculate log cabin is home base for all other recreational and leisure pursuits *Dark skies with little to no light pollution for stargazing, planet observation, star-walking and astrophotography *Free flowing Dunlap Creek runs through the property for 2/10 mile *A four-season property - mild winters, cool summers, and near perfect springs and falls *Diverse topography creates a wonderful natural setting *White tail deer, black bear, red/gray fox, bobcat, wild turkey, coyote, grouse, squirrel, raccoon, fox, rabbit, and salamanders make up the resident wildlife population *Winged wildlife includes eagles, hawks, owls, ravens, several types of birds, and Neotropical songbirds *Many species of trees, plants, and wildflowers paint a vibrant tapestry *Moss and lichen-covered sheer rock cliffs serve as the Creekside cabin's stunning backdrop *Surrounded by the GWNF, private wooded tracts, and mountain farms, in a quite rural neighborhood *Electricity and phone onsite, great access *20 minutes to Covington, the county seat of Alleghany County *One hour to the 2,500-acre Lake Moomaw *90 minutes to the Roanoke Blacksburg Regional Airport *Low taxes, low population density SHOWING INSTRUCTIONS A Foxfire Agent must be present in order to visit this property. 48 hours notice is required. Contact the office to schedule a visit to this property. LOCATION Google Coordinates: 37.754657°(N), -80.154875°(W) Address: 5550 Dunlap Creek Rd., Covington, VA 24426. Elevation Range: 1552 ft. to 1579 ft. +/- Driving times (approximate) Highway/Towns I-64 Callaghan Exit 10: 10 minutes Covington, VA: 20 minutes Lewisburg, WV: 25 minutes Lexington, VA: 1 hour Roanoke, VA: 1 hour 30 minutes Charlotte, NC: 4 hours 10 minutes Union, WV: 40 minutes White Sulphur Springs, WV: 25 minutes Washington, D.C.: 3 hours 40 minutes Airports Greenbrier Valley Airport, Lewisburg, WV: 35 minutes Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, Roanoke, VA: 1 hour 25 minutes Recreation Golf - Lewisburg Elks Country Club, Lewisburg, WV: 30 minutes Golf - The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs, WV: 25 minutes Golf - The Homestead, Hot Springs, VA: 50 minutes Golf - Valley View Country Club, White Sulphur Springs, WV: 30 minutes Lake - Lake Moomaw: 1 hour Lake - Moncove Lake, Gap Mills, WV: 35 minutes Resort - The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs, WV: 25 minutes Resort - The Homestead, Hot Springs, VA: 50 minutes State Park - Douthat State Park: 40 minutes State Park - Moncove Lake State Park: 35 minutes CABIN HIGHLIGHTS *1,000 sq. ft. log cabin - immaculate condition *Built in 2006 *Metal roof *Open space Living/Kitchen/Dining room concept *Two bedrooms *One full bathroom *Propane fireplace heats entire cabin *Electric split unit cools and heats *Kitchen island with granite countertop and seating *Laminate flooring *Beautiful and spacious kitchen cabinetry *Solid surface vanity top *Concrete 7' pier foundation *Large covered front porch 10' X 36' *Large covered back porch 10' X 36' with views of Dunlap Creek *Outdoor fireplace
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $966
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 11 Acre Lot
Home Design
- Cabin
- Metal Roof
- Block Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1,000 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- 1 Fireplace
- Great Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Granite Countertops
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Propane Stove
- Heat Pump System
- Septic Tank
Map
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Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $965 | $132,200 | $55,000 | $77,200 |
| 2023 | $965 | $132,200 | $55,000 | $77,200 |
| 2022 | $965 | $132,200 | $55,000 | $77,200 |
| 2021 | $965 | $132,200 | $55,000 | $77,200 |
| 2020 | $965 | $132,200 | $55,000 | $77,200 |
| 2019 | $965 | $132,200 | $55,000 | $77,200 |
| 2018 | $864 | $121,700 | $45,000 | $76,700 |
| 2017 | $864 | $121,700 | $45,000 | $76,700 |
| 2016 | $864 | $121,700 | $45,000 | $76,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2012 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2024 09/23/24 | For Sale | $750,000 | -- | $750 / Sq Ft |
Source: My State MLS
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
Richard is the founder and CEO of Foxfire Realty as well as Grist, Inc. Richard has a long history with land and timber management, starting in 1979 working as a Forest Resource Forester in eastern North Carolina. A native of West Virginia, Richard grew up immersed in the land management and forest industry. His father had been working as a professional forester and land manager in WV since 1949. Today, Richard continues a 35 year career working full time as a real estate broker and forester.
Richard's Other Listings
Source: My State MLS
MLS Number: 11363239
APN: 05300-00-000-0090
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