luxury houses for sale Albemarle County, United States

Seller offering a BRAND NEW ROOF prior to closing (up to $20k value) with acceptable offer! Choose your shingle color. Rare opportunity to own a gem on 2.5 lovely acres in desirable Free Union and Ivy Elementary School. One of a kind, architect designed. First time on market since built; one owner. Main floor owner's suite with walk-in closet, updated en suite bath, sliding doors out to back deck w view of property; the perfect spot for morning coffee. Updated kitchen, wood burning fireplace in great room, oak hardwood floors, custom built-ins, plentiful natural light with 3 sliding glass doors. Charming 2nd floor w 2 bedrooms, and bonus room w built-ins, spacious full bath, all with oak or bamboo flooring. Fully finished light-filled basement boasting 2 more bedrooms, updated full bath, large laundry w sink, 3 sliding glass doors opening onto brick paver patio, renovated home office/workshop with custom interior Dutch door w separate exterior French door entrance. Abundant wildlife, incredible views, from the full length deck overlooking open field, woods, sledding hill, and spring fed pond stocked with bass. Winter mountain views. Mature landscaping: bountiful azaleas, rhododendrons, maples and more. Don’t miss this opportunity!

To Be Built: This thoughtfully designed modern city cottage offers rare flexibility in an unbeatable walkable Charlottesville location. Spanning two levels with mirrored layouts, the home features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, creating exceptional versatility for multi-generational living. Reside in one level while renting the other, or enjoy the full residence as a single-family home. An open-concept design and expansive glass walls flood the interiors with natural light and create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Covered outdoor spaces extend the living area year -round, ideal for entertaining or unwinding in a private urban setting. Stylish, efficient, and highly versatile, this home is perfectly suited for homeowners, investors, or those seeking long-term flexibility, blending modern architecture, smart planning, and city convenience into one compelling offering.

The most significant offering of Albemarle County acreage to reach the market in recent years—529.65 acres with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views, over 12 acres of open water across multiple ponds and a lake, and a setting of scale and possibility rarely found this close to Charlottesville. The property includes two residences and is served by multiple entrances along Earlysville Road, providing flexibility for future use. Open pastures, wooded acreage, and expansive water features combine to create a landscape equally suited for farming, recreation, or a private estate of exceptional presence. Its location is unmatched—minutes to Route 29 North, NGIC, and the Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport, with quick access to UVA and downtown Charlottesville. A property that offers both privacy and proximity, ready to support the next generation of vision in northern Albemarle.

Showcased as the 2025 Southern Living Idea House, “Keswick Springs” sits on five wooded acres within Keswick Estate just outside Charlottesville. Spanning over 4,900 sq ft, the home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 full-plus-2 half baths, blending traditional Southern architecture with modern livability. Designed by Rosney Co. Architects, built by Alexander Nicholson, with interiors by Charlotte Moss and landscaping by WaterstreetStudio, this property was created to inspire. A gracious entry opens to light-filled rooms including a refined dining room, library, chef’s kitchen with scullery and wet bar, and multiple areas for entertaining. The primary suite is a private retreat, while additional bedrooms and a snug studio offer flexibility for guests or work. Features include custom wallpaper, artisan-crafted millwork, and expansive windows framing garden and water views. Outdoor living offers deep porches, a screened porch, and terraces overlooking native plantings, kitchen gardens, fruit trees, and a tranquil lake with a meandering stream. Combining timeless design, quality craftsmanship, and a rare natural setting, Keswick Springs is both a Southern showcase and a private retreat, offering beauty and comfort year-round.

Located in the heart of Crozet, this one-acre property includes two separate homes, offering a strong opportunity for investors, multi-generational living, or anyone seeking built-in rental income. The additional dwelling is a grandfathered feature under current zoning, as two homes on one parcel are no longer permitted—making this an increasingly rare offering. Each residence features two bedrooms and three full baths, with well-proportioned spaces ready for updates. The main house offers added flexibility with a lower-level living area that includes a closet, window, and fireplace—making it suitable for use as a third bedroom. There is also an unfinished bonus room that could be completed for additional living space or storage. A detached one-car garage and storage shed provide convenient utility. With excellent potential for short-term rentals—allowing an owner to live onsite while generating income—and close proximity to dining, coffee, and Crozet’s most popular amenities, this property represents a rare investment opportunity in one of Western Albemarle’s most desirable communities.

Following a significant price reduction, Milton Farm represents one of the most compelling values on the market today. Set across 54 acres just 10 minutes from Charlottesville, the property combines a substantial main residence, three cottages, equestrian facilities, and an exceptional range of recreational amenities in a remarkably convenient setting. The nearly 8,000 square foot, five bedroom main residence is complemented by a pool, spa, and pool house with an outdoor kitchen and full bath. Beyond are a lighted sport court for pickleball and basketball, a sunken firepit, two ponds, wooded trails, open fields, and equestrian facilities including a three stall barn, paddock, run in shed, and outdoor riding ring. Together, the 54 acres function as a true family playground, with space to entertain, ride, explore, and enjoy the property throughout the year. Three separate cottages accommodate friends and family while presenting opportunities for rental use or reimagining to suit a future owner. A detached three car garage includes an upper level suite well suited for an office, gym, studio, or additional guest space. Milton Farm's location is equally notable. Positioned near Keswick Hall and within easy reach of Charlottesville, UVA, Downtown, and I 64, it also enjoys convenient access across town to Charlottesville's western side, often in less time than many farm and estate properties located west of the city. At its new price, Milton Farm presents a difficult combination to replicate: a significant residence, 54 private and highly usable acres, multiple guest cottages, extensive recreational amenities, and exceptional proximity to Charlottesville.

One of the only 2-bedroom townhomes available in Old Trail — and one of the newest. Built 2021. Three stories, 1,613 finished sq ft, Arts & Crafts exterior with Hardie Plank and brick. Every level delivers: a full bath and flex office or guest suite on the entry floor; a designer kitchen with Bosch and KitchenAid appliances, granite, subway tile, and recessed lighting on the main, opening to a private composite deck with tree-lined views; two full bedroom suites with walk-in closets and private baths on the top floor, including a primary with frameless 10mm glass shower and dual vanities. Solar-tinted insulated windows, designer treatments, hardwood and tile floors throughout. Two-zone heat pump, Ecobee thermostat. Washer/dryer convey. Rear one-car garage plus driveway parking for two. HOA $306/quarter — yard, snow, trash included. Walkable to shops, restaurants, and all three schools. Brownsville/Henley/Western Albemarle.

Set on nearly 80 private acres just outside Charlottesville, Virginia, this exceptional equestrian estate offers the perfect blend of refined country living, thoughtfully designed equestrian amenities, and breathtaking natural beauty. The custom-built mountain residence enjoys sweeping 270-degree mountain views and showcases stunning red oak timber-frame accents throughout the main living spaces. Designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, the home features four spacious bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, four full baths, and two half baths. The walk-out lower level includes a spacious bedroom with full bath, game room, half bath, family room, and opens to a covered patio complete with a recently installed outdoor kitchen and fire pit. Additional highlights include 10-stall barn, an oversized two-car garage with unfinished bonus space above, an expansive mudroom with built-in cubbies, a generous laundry room, indoor/outdoor dog kennels, and a large equipment storage barn. The open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light, anchored by an impressive wall of windows and oversized picture windows that frame spectacular mountain vistas from nearly every room. At the heart of the home, a striking Tulikivi soapstone fireplace provides luxurious radiant warmth throughout the winter months. The chef’s kitchen is equally impressive, featuring a 60-inch Viking double-oven range with six gas burners, griddle, grill, dual oversized convection ovens, a large breakfast bar with seating for four, and an oversized walk-in pantry with abundant storage for small appliances and provisions. Built with quality and efficiency in mind, the home offers spray foam insulation, energy-efficient windows, a two-zone HVAC system, solid-core doors throughout, dual propane on-demand water heaters, and a radon mitigation system installed during construction. The durable Hardie Plank board-and-batten exterior and 50-year architectural roof provide years of low-maintenance ownership. Equestrians will appreciate the property’s exceptional horse facilities. Beautiful barns, featuring ten stalls total. Six oversized 12’ x 18’ foaling stalls and four 12’ x 12’ stalls outfitted with Nelson automatic waterers and built-in fans. Inviting wash stall areas with hot/cold water,. The well-appointed tack room offers ample space for tack, trunks and equipment. Laundry room and dedicated feed space is always a must. Horses enjoy expansive fenced pastures with spacious 10’ x 28’ run-in sheds and automatic geothermal Miraco waterers. Adjacent to the barn is a professionally designed 100’ x 200’ all-weather riding arena, suitable for dressage, hunter/jumper, and any other discipline. Fully enclosed with classic three-board fencing, the arena includes dressage letters and jumps and is ready for immediate use. A nearby 42’ x 48’ storage barn provides ample space for hundreds of bales of hay, shavings, tractors, and additional equipment. Beyond the equestrian amenities, the property offers endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Acres of mature hardwood forest provide exceptional trail riding, hiking, ATV exploration, and abundant wildlife viewing, with frequent sightings of deer, turkey, bald eagles, fox, coyote, and black bear. A picturesque year-round stream meanders through the property, while a flourishing orchard produces multiple varieties of apples, peaches, pears, figs, and mulberries. Even four-legged family members are exceptionally accommodated. The heated and cooled indoor/outdoor kennel features four interior runs with dog doors leading to two large, separately fenced outdoor exercise areas enclosed by six-foot black chain-link fencing. Move-in ready and thoughtfully designed for both family living and equestrian pursuits, this remarkable estate offers privacy, exceptional craftsmanship, and an unparalleled lifestyle—all with no HOA or restrictive covenants. Possible division potential.

Greenfields Farm spans 753 acres just outside historic Scottsville, VA. A rare blend of rolling pasture, mature timber, and rich history, the property features a 1904 Colonial Revival main house with original architectural detail, a grand spiral staircase, arched transoms, and sweeping views from the widow’s walk. The residence offers copious amounts of living space, with three separate apartments and a caretaker’s home providing options for guests, staff, or extended family. Formerly a working horse farm, Greenfields includes fenced paddocks, a spring-fed creek, a stocked pond, and five wells. Equestrian facilities include a stable with 48 stalls, an indoor arena, a tack room, foaling stalls, grooming bays, hay storage, offices, and wash bays. Additional improvements include two equipment barns, grain silo, dog kennels, riding trails, and four gated entrances. With ties to Governor Wilson Cary Nichols and Lady Astor, Greenfields is a legacy estate of rare scale and beauty.

The 70.99-acre Stone Mountain Estate offering encompasses a prominent ridge-top setting with long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views and substantial scale. Anchoring the property is a 13,800-square-foot structure with 6,900 square feet on each level and soaring 15-foot ceilings on the lower floor, including multiple bedrooms and baths, a large kitchen, and a wine cellar—well suited for transformation into a grand residence, private estate centerpiece, or event-oriented retreat. Portions of the land remain planted with established Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines, offering optional agricultural continuity while preserving the property’s primary identity as a significant Central Virginia estate, all within easy reach of Charlottesville and the University of Virginia.

Like-new 4-bedroom end-unit villa in an established section of Old Trail. A perfect blend of sophisticated design, inviting spaces, and low-maintenance luxury. Step into a bright office with French doors & built-in bookcases bathed in natural light overlooking a quiet wooded forest. Enjoy the convenience of main-level living in the spacious primary suite featuring a tray ceiling, spacious bath with double vanities & large walk-in tiled shower. The heart of the home is an impressive two-story living room with gas fireplace & walls of windows. It seamlessly opens to an upgraded kitchen boasting stainless steel appliances, beautiful coffered ceiling & generous dining area—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms, two full baths with thoughtful tile selections, an airy loft flexible space & excellent storage throughout. Enjoy a rear patio with landscaped side yard which could be fenced for added privacy. Other features include recessed lights, hardwood floors & an on-grade 2-car garage. Just a short walk to the dining & retail amenities of Old Trail Village Center and the highly-rated K-12 public schools. Move-in ready! Excellent proximity to I-64. Less than 20 mins to Charlottesville.

Welcome to Melbourne Park Circle, a vibrant community off of Park Street near the Downtown Mall in Charlottesville! This bright & inviting 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,733sqft of finished living space with generously proportioned rooms. The spacious great room with soaring 9-foot ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace & a built-in bookcase provides ample space for a living room & dining area. Invite the tranquility of nature in as the great room flows out to a private deck — perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The well-equipped kitchen includes brand new gas stove (2026) & refrigerator (2026), dishwasher (2023), & microwave. Upstairs the light-filled primary suite boasts a large closet & dual vanity bath, with a second bedroom & full dual vanity bath rounding out the second floor. Charming flower boxes, new fixtures, fresh interior paint, a den on the upper level (462sqft), a walkout basement (588sqft) that could be converted into an additional bedroom or living space round out the home's thoughtful details. With an unbeatable location just minutes from Downtown Charlottesville, UVA, Piedmont Botanical Garden, Charlottesville High School and McIntire Park, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Introducing an extraordinary opportunity to own a family compound or to develop a small community of single-family homes. Riverview Farm consists of two beautiful homes each on their own lots, an additional four finished lots, and an additional two lots permitted by-right, all nestled along the Hardware River in the heart of Albemarle County. This property is ideally situated within the exclusive 5,000-acre Mount Ida Reserve, offering unparalleled proximity to Charlottesville's finest destinations. Just minutes from the world-renowned Trump Winery and the luxurious Albemarle Estate, as well as the Tasting Room & Tap House at Mount Ida Reserve, this exceptional offering seamlessly combines investment potential with the allure of Virginia wine country. Set against a backdrop of the Hardware River with views of the blue ridge mountains, Riverview Farm provides a rare blend of tranquility and convenience, situated close to downtown Charlottesville and surrounded by some of the region's most prestigious attractions. The main home offers 3,000 square feet of completely renovated space with 4 full baths and one half bath and has been thoughtfully designed for both elegance and functionality. The guest home of 2,100 square feet, offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an attached 2-car garage, a 20 x 12 deck, and an 1,100-square-foot unfinished walk-out basement, roughed-in for an additional bedroom and bathroom. Both homes are constructed of high quality materials offering low maintenance features such as hardiplank siding and porcelain tile flooring . This cohesive design simplifies management, making the property ideal for both residential and investment purposes. Beyond the existing homes, the assemblage includes four additional buildable lots and two by-right development rights on the remaining acreage, creating a total of 8 potential homes. Existing infrastructure, including underground electric and fiber, is already in place, streamlining future development. Riverview farm offers unmatched versatility: it can be operated as a traditional single-family home community or leveraged as a short- or long-term rental investment. The location's proximity to Mount Ida Reserve, which hosts over 50,000 annual guests, ensures consistent demand for short-term rentals. Historically, short-term rentals have proven profitable, with recent earnings for weekend stays fetching $3,000 each. Coupled with the income potential, the additional by-right development presents a unique upside for an extraordinary investment opportunity.

Discover the perfect blend of modern style and rustic charm with this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in Nelson County. Just off route 151 in the Afton/Greenwood area. Recently completely renovated and thoughtfully designed. This turn-key opportunity is move-in-ready. Or it could be a seamless start to your short-term rental business or a terrific addition to an existing investment property portfolio. You will love the open floor plan, chef’s kitchen, and cozy living spaces - perfect for gathering. A bright primary suite has excellent light and a spacious attached bathroom. Two spare bedrooms share a downstairs full bath and an additional den. Terrific style and tasteful selections throughout. New roof, windows, siding, HVAC, appliances, gutters, and landscaping. The flat yard is ideal for outdoor games, BBQs, or simply relaxing under the stars. Nestled near some of the region’s finest wineries and breweries. Only a few miles to the Shenandoah National Park and various activities at Wintergreen Resort. 15 minutes from the conveniences of Crozet or Waynesboro.