779 RIVER RD, MADISON HEIGHTS, VA 24572
NONE AVAILABLE · AMHERST County
Key Facts
Description
Showing by Appt. only! Point Lookout, circa 1852, is a rare historic riverfront property offering remarkable privacy just 2.5 minutes from downtown Lynchburg. Set on 2.83 acres with approximately 500 feet of James River frontage and Harris Creek forming a natural boundary, the property traces its origins to the 1750 land grant from King George II to Charles Lynch. Built by Capt. William Mitchell, the residence retains original cedar floors, wavy glass windows, the historic cookhouse, and striking dry-laid stone walls from the former mill site. A scenic peninsula extends into the river, providing direct water access, ownership extending into a portion of the river, and potential for a future private dock. Thoughtfully restored and expanded, the home includes a new primary suite, dining room, baths, laundry, and bonus room. Improvements include a metal roof, extensive restoration work, landscaped grounds, and a 26' x 30' covered pavilion. Previously operated as a highly rated short-term rental with a Special Exception permit for such use, the property is offered substantially furnished, excluding select Seller personal items. Surrounded by large neighboring acreage unlikely to be developed, it offers rare privacy close to the city.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Structure Type
House
Year Built
1852
Living Area
3,379 sq ft
Lot Size
2.83 acres
Zoning
R-1
Days on Market
22
MLS® Listing#
678163
Property Features
Cooling
Heating
Foundation
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- Main
Schools
- Elementary:
- AMHERST
- Middle:
- AMHERST
- High:
- AMHERST
- District:
- AMHERST COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Financial Details
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$2,667
Tax year 2026
Directions
Directions from Amherst: Take Rte. 29 South to Rte. 130. Go right on 130, left on Dillard, right on Kings road, right on River road to 779.
Affordability Calculator
$298,000
Estimated monthly payment
$7,930/mo
Principal $1,192,000 · Est. interest $1,662,946 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in MADISON HEIGHTS, VA
- $345,714
- Median Listing Price
- 41
- Median Days on Market
- 1,652
- Median Sq Ft
- $197
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 57
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 331% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 124% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in MADISON HEIGHTS, VA.
Location
Points of Interest in MADISON HEIGHTS, VA
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Nearby Schools
Rivermont Preschool
School · 0.9 mi away
Madison Heights Elementary School
Elementary · 1.1 mi away
Eastern Theological Seminary
School · 1.7 mi away
Lynchburg City Schools
School · 1.8 mi away
Dearington Elementary School
Elementary · 1.9 mi away
Temple Christian School
School · 1.9 mi away
Dunbar Middle School
Secondary · 2.1 mi away
Presbyterian Church
School · 2.2 mi away
Robert S. Payne Elementary School
Elementary · 2.3 mi away
Virginia Episcopal School
School · 2.3 mi away
Holy Cross School
Secondary · 2.3 mi away
E.C. Glass High School
Secondary · 2.3 mi away
Monelison Middle School
Secondary · 2.4 mi away
Little Wings Preschool
School · 2.6 mi away
Linkhorne Middle School
Secondary · 2.7 mi away
Linkhorne Elementary School
Elementary · 2.8 mi away
Hutcherson Early Learning Center
School · 2.8 mi away
Laurel Regional School
School · 2.8 mi away
Amelon Elementary School
Elementary · 2.9 mi away
Thomas C Miller Elementary School
Elementary · 2.9 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: FRANK HARDY SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY - 4342960134