Monroe, VA 24574(Amherst County)

Located in beautiful Amherst County, High Peak Farm is a fully restored historic farmhouse, situated on 140 acres (40 pasture and 100 wooded). It is nestled at the foot of High Peak Mountain, part of the Blue Ridge Mountain chain. The front porch of this residence has an incomparable view of the famous Virginia hills with a gently rolling pasture, complete with two creeks running through it. The woods are a haven for many birds and wildlife and Heirloom apple trees are dotted throughout the property. This is a rare opportunity to own a historic, quiet, gorgeous retreat from the modern world, while still retaining all the conveniences of modern living. It is located twenty minutes north of Lynchburg and sixty minutes south of Charlottesville, both of which have modern airports and hospitals. The main farmhouse has approximately 2896 sq ft of living space. This includes five bedrooms (with closets), three full bathrooms, living room, formal dining room, library, working wood-burning fireplace. The house offers a beautiful country kitchen with a bay window, a full separate canning kitchen, and a hand-made wooden spiral staircase. Both the circular staircase and the kitchen cabinets, complete with pull-out drawers were crafted from oak felled on the property. This lovely farmhouse with its wainscoting, matched feathering in the kitchen cabinetry, and beautiful moldings is replete with detailed, quality workmanship. The house is wired with high speed internet and satellite service through HughesNet, providing the ability to connect quickly and easily to the modern world while ensconced in the beauty of the mountains. The home also offers central air conditioning, heating by heat pump, in addition to a large in-ground swimming pool (18x36 ft) on the grounds.In addition to the main house, there is a 200 year old restored log cabin with the original chestnut logs and beams. The Log cabin is one and a half stories and offers a sleeping area, full kitchen, and a bath with a shower which were added to the original structure. The cabin, which is fully wired for electricity, is located approximately 750 feet from the main house. The cabin also has its own septic field and a working fireplace.There are several exquisite tree and plant varieties on the property including: Sour cherry, ornamental cherry, pear, persimmon, Heirloom apple, magnolia, lilac, dogwood, crepe myrtle, three grape arbors and old boxwoods. Outbuildings: A frame barn 22x26 ft with a loft and stairs, is located 400 feet from the house, aside two acres of fenced pasture land, and a 60 ft diameter riding ring. Two nicely maintained outdoor sheds are located close to the house. Well 2000, new septic system 2002, new roof 2009, new heat pump 2007, new water filtration system 2008.