Across Virginia’s varied landscapes, this quintet of desirable homes shares a devotion to place, where views and history shape daily life. On the York River and Smith Mountain Lake, waterfront settings quintet with private shoreline, a pier and boatlift, and sweeping horizons. Farther inland, a four-level Blacksburg condominium adds elevator-served ease and a two-car garage. A renovated Tidewater farmhouse sits amid preserved woodlands and waterways, while a 1939 Bluemont stone residence anchors the Bear’s Den Rural Historic District.
1992 Cross Road | $1,100,000


Olyvia Salyer

Olyvia Salyer
Along the water’s edge in Hayes, this residence is designed to keep the York River at the center of daily life, with sunrise-to-sunset views from every window. Inside, an updated chef’s kitchen anchors a fantastic floorplan that supports both easy routines and relaxed entertaining. Luxury finishes carry throughout, paired with top-of-the-line mechanicals that underscore the home’s thoughtfully updated feel. Outside, a private pier with a boatlift invites spontaneous afternoons on the river, while the setting is equally suited to quieter rituals—watching the light shift across the water, dropping a line, or heading out for some of Virginia’s best crabbing and oysters. An EV charger adds a modern note to this waterfront lifestyle, where the view is always part of the experience.
- Price:
- $1,100,000
- Size:
- 3,012 sq ft
- Contact:
- Olyvia Salyer, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices RW Towne Realty, 757.254.3313
101 Arbor Lane | Contact for pricing


Edna Jamieson Wood

Edna Jamieson Wood
Along the water’s edge at Smith Mountain Lake, this rare waterfront offering pairs sweeping, unobstructed lake-and-mountain views with room to reimagine. Set on 2 private acres in the sought-after Lake Forest community, the property includes approximately 375 feet of pristine shoreline and a natural beach—an increasingly uncommon find. Inside, a wall of windows frames the scenery throughout the day, bringing the lake and Smith Mountain into everyday living. A screened porch sets the tone for quiet mornings and slow evenings outdoors, while abundant storage keeps weekends and extended stays feeling effortless. With a new roof installed in 2021, the home is positioned as a canvas for what comes next—whether envisioned as a personal retreat or a short-term rental investment—always anchored by the water just beyond the glass.
Price: Contact for pricing
- Size:
- 2,955 sq ft
- Contact:
- Edna Jamieson Wood, Wainwright & Co., Realtors, 540.520.0168
520 Belvedere Ave 107 | $1,092,500


Nancy Page

Nancy Page
In Blacksburg at Midtown Condominiums, this four-level residence is organized for effortless city living, with an elevator from the main level serving floors 1–3. The main level pairs a two-car garage with a bedroom featuring an en suite bath and nearby laundry—ideal for guests or a private workspace. Upstairs, the kitchen anchors daily life with solid-surface countertops, a center island, and a large pantry, flowing into the dining room and living room, where a gas fireplace adds warmth. Step onto the balcony for fresh air, with a gas line supply ready for grilling. Level three is devoted to a full primary suite, including an 18.5′ x 15.2′ bedroom, en suite bath, a large walk-in closet with built-ins, and its own laundry. The fourth level adds a third en suite bedroom, a family room with wet sink, and a covered balcony.
- Price:
- $1,092,500
- Size:
- 3,286 sq ft
- Contact:
- Nancy Page, Page & Assoc. Real Estate, 540.392.9505
1126 Cloverdale Road | $997,000


Karin Andrews

Karin Andrews
With the Lower Rappahannock River as its backdrop, this circa-1930 period Tidewater Farmhouse is set on a promontory at one of the river’s widest points, surrounded and bordered by The Cloverdale Preserve—a mile-deep sweep of rural woodlands, farmland, marshes, and serene waterways reaching toward the Chesapeake Bay. The house has seen numerous renovations through the years and is ready for a thoughtful return to its original charming state or a complete reimagining that preserves its best original features. Life here is shaped as much by the land as the structure: a scenic approach lined with towering native hardwoods, naturalized rhododendron, magnolias, dogwood, and pecan, black walnut, and chestnut trees, plus abundant waterfowl and raptors. Practical amenities include a pier, dock, nearby boat ramp, a hard-wired whole-house generator, and two large detached utility buildings with oversized garage doors. Minutes from Urbanna and Saluda, days unfold at river pace.
- Price:
- $997,000
- Size:
- 2,598 sq ft
- Contact:
- Karin Andrews, Shaheen, Ruth, Martin & Fonville Real Estate, 804.445.5500
The Poplars | $935,000


Cricket Bedford

Cricket Bedford
From its elevated setting in Bluemont, Virginia, this 1939 stone residence offers a quiet chapter of mountain living within the Bear’s Den Rural Historic District. Built for Wing Agnew, superintendent for the U.S. Bureau of Mines, the home balances original character with everyday comfort. Inside, light-filled rooms and hardwood floors set a warm tone, anchored by a striking stone fireplace that makes cozy evenings feel effortless. The layout includes 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, with intimate spaces that suit both slow mornings and relaxed gatherings. Outdoors, mature gardens and whispering poplars frame eastern valley views, while a fire pit invites lingering conversations under the open sky. With 1-car and 3-car garages and Starlink internet available, peaceful privacy on the mountain still feels connected.
Size: 9.00 acres
- Price:
- $935,000
- Contact:
- Cricket Bedford, Thomas and Talbot Estate Properties, 540.229.3201























