22540 Blue Ridge Mountain Road
Paris, VA 20130

Priced below appraisal! Unique opportunity to own the gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains, where Clarke, Loudoun, and Fauquier Counties converge! Cleverly renovated (2021-2022) historic building on 1.63 acres at the summit of Ashby's Gap above Paris, Virginia. The property has extensive road frontage on John S. Mosby Highway (U.S. Route 50) and Blue Ridge Mountain Road/Mt. Weather Road (State Route 601). This spot enjoys far reaching views. The property is situated amid a variety of protected, conserved lands. Piedmont Environmental Council and Virginia Outdoors Foundation easements protect over 2,000 acres in the area. Lands of the United States of America are across the road with an Appalachian Trail embarkation and parking area. The Shenandoah River is just down the hill. 1800-acre Sky Meadows State Park and a State Wildlife Management Area consisting of 4,000 acres, are nearby neighbors. Once a 1950's motor court motel and The Blue Ridge Restaurant, the restored main building could be a three bedroom residence or unusual vacation Air BnB. Large rooms facilitate use as a home occupation office or business. Walls are paneled with reclaimed oak boards and original pine paneling from the period. Stone fireplace. New bathroom with shower, washer and dryer hook up and wet bar area with sink. The offering includes a new well, new HVAC and new 3 bedroom septic system. Zoned Clarke County FOC (Forestal -Open Space Conservation District). Other potential uses or opportunities with Special Use Permit: short term rental such as Air BnB-- a most unusual and strategic location with nearby Sky Meadow State Park-- hiking, camping, walk out the back door to experience the Appalachian Trail-- take advantage of the boat launch on the Shenandoah River. Bring your kayak, canoe, rafts and friends. Great sleep over spot for visiting the dozens of wineries (and breweries) of the Virginia Piedmont Wine Region and Middleburg Virginia America Viticultural Area. Civil War enthusiasts - this is Ashby's Gap! Potential history museum--Civil War history relating to events in the area is bountiful. How about a comfort station or hiker's supply and mail pick up depot for users of the Appalachian Trail? Private Club by Special Use permit, catering kitchen operating as a home occupation. Many other potential home occupations such as artist studio and showroom, counselor's office, group home, architect's office, non-profit headquarters such as a historical society, retail sales by Special Use permit. Garden and plant sales, flowers, possible florist with convenient dispatch in all directions. Bring your ideas and make this venue your personal awesome command post.