About this home

River-Access Retreat: 5.53 Acres in Calmes Neck Nestled along the banks of the Shenandoah River, this 5.53-acre residential lot in the gated Calmes Neck subdivision offers a true escape into the Blue Ridge countryside. This is a rare opportunity to build your home in a community that prioritizes privacy, nature, and direct access to one of Virginia's most iconic waterways. Property Highlights: The Setting: Enjoy a mix of partially cleared land and mature hardwoods. The gently rolling to sloping terrain provides excellent character for a custom build while maintaining a sense of secluded woodland charm. Ready to Build: Skip the heavy lifting-electricity is already at the site and the property features a 3-bedroom perc site. Premium Structure: The lot features a high-end, 12'x20' "Shenandoah Sheds" barn that is perfect for immediate use while you build. It's finished in Sage with Forest Green trim and a Black Metal Roof, featuring: 7' double doors with transom glass and a slider door with transom glass. Two windows for natural light and a 6' interior loft for significant storage. A heavy-duty ramp for easy access with ATVs, kayaks, or lawn equipment. River Life: As a resident of Calmes Neck, you'll have private community access to the Shenandoah River, perfect for fishing, tubing, or launching a kayak just minutes from your front door. Whether you're looking for a weekend basecamp for river adventures or a permanent homesite in the quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this lot is prepped and ready for its next chapter. Don't miss the drone video tour of this property attached to the listing!

Facts and features

Schools

• Johnson-Williams Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 5.4 mi

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• Clarke County High School

  high · 9-12 · 6.0 mi

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• Powhatan School

  elementary · K-8 · 3.8 mi

• Boyce Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 5.0 mi

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• D G Cooley Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 6.2 mi

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Price history

• Jul 9, 2026 · Price Changed$199,000
• Apr 3, 2026 · Listed$235,000
• Feb 26, 2020 · Sold$40,000
• Feb 5, 2020 · Relisted$40,000
• Feb 2, 2020 · Listing Removed—
• Jan 24, 2020 · Price Changed$40,000
• Aug 22, 2019 · Listed$50,000

Home value

$197,000

• Collateral Analytics$197,000

Where it is