Nelson County VA Land and Farms

Nelson County, VA land and farms offers investors, developers, homebuyers and outdoor enthusiasts good transportation access, skilled labor and reasonably priced real estate. Located in the Piedmont in the central part of the state, land in Nelson County, VA is midway between Charlottesville and Lynchburg. The 474-square-mile county borders Augusta, Albemarle, Buckingham, Appomattox, Amherst and Rockbridge counties. The rural area is home to 14,930 residents. Farming and tourism, including hunting and fishing, are major components of the local economy. Farming encompasses 67,841 acres, and crops are 83% of agricultural sales. Fruits such as apples and berries are the largest crops and are used by the 10 wineries and two cideries. There also are five craft breweries and two distilleries. Parts of the Blue Ridge Parkway, George Washington National Forest and US National Radio Quiet Zone offer hiking, biking and quiet. The perfect place for a get-away camp, hunters stalk deer, bears, grouse and other small game. And fishermen enjoy snagging fish from the James, Rockfish, Tye and Piney rivers that are favorite places to catch large- and smallmouth bass and blue gill. Browns, rainbows and brooks can be taken by fly. Road access is easy with I-64, US Highway 29 and US Highway 60. Other attractions include the 10,800-acre Wintergreen Resort that offers downhill skiing, mountain biking, horseback riding, golf and tennis. Portions of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail also attract visitors.  Nelson County Public Schools provides K-12 public education.

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TBD CUB CREEK RD, ROSELAND, Nelson
Nelson, VA
553.0 acres
MLS ID
645563
MOUNTAIN AREA NEST REALTY
This property is nothing short of amazing. Views at every turn. Spanning from Cub Creek to Cat Rock boasting views of the Priest, Little Priest, and little Friar to name a few. Select cut with widened logging roads in place and over 1000 ft of Cub Creek Frontage. The property ahas been used for...
$2,200,000
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WINTERGREEN DR, WINTERGREEN RESORT, Nelson
Nelson, VA
1.0 acres
MLS ID
514993
RE/MAX REALTY SPECIALISTS-CROZET
Excellent development opportunity in Wintergreen Resort. Approved for 22 condos/townhomes or an 85 room hotel. Last development spot on top of WTG mountain. Located in a very favorable area of the resort. Very short drive to the golf and tennis facilities as well as the resort's shops and...
$1,320,000
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1032 ROCKFISH VALLEY HWY, NELLYSFORD, Nelson
Nelson, VA
18.8 acres
MLS ID
645576
LORING WOODRIFF REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES
Welcome to “Cider Hill.” Here’s a rare chance to own this unique property in beautiful Nelson County. Directly on the famed Nelson 151 craft beverage trail, adjoining Bold Rock cidery, and surrounded by conservation lands, this 18+ acre farm is flanked by a bold creek on one side and the Rockfish...
$1,250,000
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5300 HOWARDSVILLE TPKE, AFTON, Nelson
Nelson, VA
42.8 acres
MLS ID
643186
RE/MAX REALTY SPECIALISTS-CROZET
All offers considered! Rare opportunity awaits! Your chance to own 42.79 acres right off the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, close to I-64, bordering the Luxury Home Neighborhood of Elk Meadows and historic Swannanoa Palace! This property has a plentiful Spring-fed Lake, perfect for Fishing and...
$925,000
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0 HUNTING LODGE RD, SHIPMAN, Nelson
Nelson, VA
502.4 acres
MLS ID
642841
NEST REALTY GROUP
A perfect spot for vacation, timber, getaway, or make it your permanent home. 502 +/- acres in Shipman, about 20 minutes from Oak Ridge and Nellysford, enjoy acres of wooded land, undulating hills, Swan Creek on property as well!
$924,900
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TBD POUNDING BRANCH RD, AFTON, Nelson
Nelson, VA
60.2 acres
MLS ID
604445
WESTHILLS LTD. REALTORS
Majestic Mountain views, wooded countryside, farmlands and magnificent sunsets from this private captivating property is set amid the rolling hills of Afton. Looking for acreage in peaceful, natural setting, this is it! Woody ambiance, incredible views and breezy location provide the perfect setting...
$598,000
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355 GOBBLERS GLEN LN, LOVINGSTON, Nelson
Nelson, VA
71.7 acres
MLS ID
637981
MONTAGUE, MILLER & CO. - WESTFIELD
Gorgeous 72 acre parcel in central Nelson County very close to Lovingston. Multiple elevated building sites overlook a beautiful stocked lake, with mountain views beyond. The lake sits at the bottom of a small valley, and the land runs towards the ridgetops on both sides. Carefully managed and...
$550,000
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00 MILL POND RD, FABER, Nelson
Nelson, VA
148.0 acres
MLS ID
619657
CORE REAL ESTATE LLC
Spectacular mtn. views, Timber has not been cut in 80 + years on most of the tract , long bold creek frontage, abundance of game, easy to access and 30 min. from Charlottesville.
$525,000
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TBA 0 GRANDMAS HILL RD, AMHERST, Nelson
Nelson, VA
105.0 acres
MLS ID
640253
GAYLE HARVEY REAL ESTATE, INC
"Grandmas Hill" A Hidden Paradise! Tucked away in Nelson/Amherst County Virginia is this 105 ac +/- parcel nestled near the Tye and Buffalo rivers. This property has it all...Open field area, Rolling topography, Lots of walking and riding trails, mature wooded areas, small open meadows, a beautiful...
$499,000
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