The Old Homeplace: 122+/- Acres of Creekside, Secluded Mountain Land in Ferrum, VA

This 122.8+/- acre mountain tract in Franklin County, VA brings together everything buyers want but rarely find in one property: bold water, big acreage, privacy, mature timber, and multiple areas already poised for future enhancement. Set in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the land rises and falls across a magnificent mix of ridges, hollows, and gently rolling terrain, creating the kind of mountain landscape that feels wild yet welcoming.

A bold creek winds for more than half a mile through the center of the property. Along the water’s edge sits approximately 1.5 acres of open pasture – a long, narrow stretch of green space that opens the door to countless possibilities. One could easily envision a creekside garden, food plots to hold wildlife, a hidden campsite beneath towering hardwoods, or even a private driving-range setup with the soothing sound of flowing water behind every swing. It’s the kind of multifunctional space that adapts to whatever lifestyle or recreational goals the next owner brings.

Elevated above the creek on a ridge is an old homeplace, a stoic reminder of the property’s history. With sweeping views over much of the land, this homesite offers the perfect canvas for restoration or a completely new build. The ridge feels like its own world – quiet, peaceful, and vast. Here, you can picture a family retreat, a cabin overlooking fall foliage, a full-time residence with unrivaled privacy, or even an expansive food plot designed to draw and hold deer throughout the season. The land’s layout naturally supports all of these visions.

The property’s timber blend is healthy and diverse, featuring mature hardwoods such as oak, hickory, and poplar, paired with softwoods like white pine and hemlock. Beyond their beauty and ecological value, this mixture provides long-term investment potential and excellent habitat. Wildlife sign is abundant across the entire tract, making it immediately clear that the property is already functioning as a strong hunting destination. With its natural funnels, bedding ridges, and water access, the land could evolve into a top-tier private hunting retreat.

Several old logging roads still trace their way across the acreage, forming a strong foundation for an internal road system. These routes can be reopened and expanded to allow easy ATV travel, hiking, timber management, or simply exploring every corner of the land. Having this infrastructure in place gives the next owner a head start in shaping the property to their needs.

Privacy is a defining feature. Located at the dead end of a state-maintained gravel road, the tract sees no through-traffic and offers the kind of seclusion rarely available in today’s market. Yet the land is surprisingly accessible, thanks to additional frontage on a second county road, giving multiple entry options for building, recreation, or future subdivision potential.