1198 Gumtree RD, Forest, VA 24551
New Listing
$2,450,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
5
Baths:
4
Square Footage:
5,306
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
6,918,199
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$2,450,000
List Date:
7/27/2026
Last Modified:
7/28/2026
Description
Welcome to Woodbourne, an extraordinary historic estate built in 1780 on land once owned by Thomas Jefferson. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this one of a kind property is surrounded by 158.82 acres of protected conservation easement, ensuring permanent privacy, breathtaking mountain views and an unspoiled landscape that will never be developed. Conveniently located in the heart of Forest VA, this remarkable estate offers possibilities for livestock, farming, hunting or establishing a vineyard with several natural springs enhancing the properties functionality. Inside timeless architectural details include exquisite original woodwork, soaring 10 foot ceilings, and eight fireplaces.
Supplements: The main level features elegant formal living spaces and a primary suite with a dressing room or nursery and full bath. Upstairs offers four additional bedrooms and two full baths. A walk up attic and full unfinished terrace level provide exceptional storage and future expansion potential. A rare opportunity to own an iconic Virginia Estate where rich history, preserved natural beauty and modern conveniences come together in an unforgettable setting.
More Information MLS# 929848
General Property Description
Lot Dimensions: 0
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Status: Completed
Residential Type: Detached
Total Acreage: 158.82
Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1862
Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1862
Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0
Total Fnshd SqFt: 3724
Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 3724
Grand Total Attached SQFT: 5306
Basement Y/N: Yes
Water Class: N/A
Total Unfin SQFT: 1582
Prim. Covered Prking: N/A
Add'l Covered Prkng: Not Applicable
Total Cov'd Prk Spc: 0
Year Built: 1780
Total Bdrm: 5
Total Bths: 4
Total F Baths: 4
Location, Tax & Legal
Major Area: 06 - Bedford County
Phase: 0
Lot: 0
Block: 0
Tax ID: 117-A-2
Annual Taxes: 2665
Section: 0
POA Y/N: No
Area: 0600 - Bedford County
Street Number: 1198
Street Name: Gumtree
Street Suffix: RD
State/Province: VA
Zip Code: 24551
Subdivision: N/A
Municipality: Bedford County
Elementary School: Forest Elementary
Middle School: Forest Middle
High School: Jefferson Forest
Remarks & Misc
Directions: 221 to Gumtree Road to driveway on the left.
Style of House
Colonial: 1
Limited Service
Not Limited Service: 1
Lot Description
Cleared: 1
Views: 1
Construction
Stucco: 1
Wood: 1
Basement
Partial: 1
Walk-Out Access: 1
Views
Mountain(s): 1
Unfinished Attached SQFT
Lower Below Grd Unfin SQFT: 1582
Heating
Forced Air Oil: 1
Heat Pump Electric: 1
Cooling
Heat Pump Electric: 1
Fireplace
# Fireplaces: 8
Basement: 1
Den: 1
Dining Room: 1
Living Room: 1
Primary Bedroom: 1
Water Description
Spring: 1
Sewer Description
Private Septic: 1
Water Heater Type
Tank: 1
Interior Features
Bookcases: 1
Security System: 1
Storage: 1
Internet Access
DSL: 1
Porch
Rear Porch: 1
Appliances
Clothes Dryer: 1
Clothes Washer: 1
Dishwasher: 1
Generator: 1
Range Electric: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Floors
Vinyl: 1
Wood: 1
Windows
Storm: 1
Exterior Doors
Wood: 1
Primary Bedrooms
Primary BR Entry Lvl: 1
Primary BR Upper Lvl: 1
Water Htr Energy
Electric: 1
Bedrooms
BR Entry Level: 1
BR Upper Level: 4
Full Baths
Full Baths Entry Lvl: 2
Full Baths Upper Lvl: 2
Laundry
Laundry Entry Level: 1
Contract Information
Current Price: $2,450,000
List Price: $2,450,000
List Date: 2026-07-27
Status: Active
Property Features
Style of House: Colonial
Limited Service: Not Limited Service
Lot Description: Cleared; Views
Construction: Stucco; Wood
Basement: Partial; Walk-Out Access
Heating: Forced Air Oil; Heat Pump Electric
Cooling: Heat Pump Electric
Fireplace: Basement; Den; Dining Room; Living Room; Primary Bedroom
Interior Features: Bookcases; Security System; Storage
Views: Mountain(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher; Clothes Dryer; Generator; Refrigerator; Range Electric; Clothes Washer
Floors: Vinyl; Wood
Windows: Storm
Exterior Doors: Wood
Porch: Rear Porch
Water Description: Spring
Sewer Description: Private Septic
Water Heater Type: Tank
Water Htr Energy: Electric
Internet Access: DSL
Room Information
Living Room
Level: Entry
Level: Entry
Family Room
Level: Entry
Level: Entry
Dining Room
Level: Entry
Level: Entry
Kitchen
Level: Entry
Level: Entry
Primary Bedroom
Level: Entry
Level: Entry
Bedroom 2
Level: Upper
Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
Level: Upper
Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
Level: Upper
Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
Level: Upper
Level: Upper
Listing Office: JOHN STEWART WALKER, INC.
Last Updated: July - 28 - 2026
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