Private 24.65-Acre Country Retreat with Workshops and Extensive Garages in Rocky Mount, VA — $299,000

Property Overview

Set on 24.65 acres in Rocky Mount, Virginia, this country property combines a 1,530-square-foot manufactured home with an extensive collection of garages, workshops, and additional covered storage. Surrounded by trees, with a natural spring running through the land, the property offers considerable privacy and room for projects, equipment, and outdoor pursuits.

The single-wide manufactured home was built in 1970 and has been expanded and improved over more than four decades by the same owner. Custom site-built additions have increased the living space, while the long covered front porch and inviting sunroom add useful areas to enjoy the surrounding setting.

Inside, the home has two bedrooms, one full bathroom, and one half bathroom. A den and office provide additional flexibility, and the main-level layout also includes a family room, dining area, kitchen, and laundry. The warm wood-burning stove creates a comfortable focal point in the family room.

Interior Features

The home has a practical single-level floor plan, with the primary bedroom, second bedroom, den, office, kitchen, dining area, family room, and laundry all on the entry level. The additional den and office space offer options for working from home, hobbies, or everyday use without needing to designate the home as having a third bedroom.

The family room features a wood-burning stove and fireplace area, providing an alternative heat source and a traditional country-home atmosphere. Other interior details include built-in bookcases, storage areas, insulated windows, storm windows, screens, and skylights.

Kitchen and Appliances

The kitchen comes with a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher. A washer and dryer are also included. The home has a mix of carpet, wood, and luxury vinyl plank flooring.

Heating and Cooling

• Electric heat pump heating.
• Propane heating.
• Wood-burning stove.
• Central air conditioning.
• Insulated windows and additional window features.

Porches, Sunroom and Outdoor Living

A long covered front porch extends along the home, providing a sheltered place to sit and enjoy the wooded surroundings. The inviting sunroom adds another comfortable living area, with additional natural light and a connection to the outdoors.

The property also includes garden space and cleared areas within its acreage. Mountain views are listed among the property’s features, adding to the appeal of its rural Virginia setting.

Garages, Workshops and Storage

The outbuildings are among the most distinctive features of this property. Multiple detached three-bay garages and additional workshops provide substantial room for vehicles, tools, machinery, and equipment.

Several of the workshops are equipped with electricity and heat, making them useful for projects throughout the year. A tall covered camper and RV port adds another practical storage option for larger recreational vehicles.

Additional features include:

• Multiple detached three-bay garages.
• Several workshops with power and heating.
• Tall covered camper and RV parking.
• Approximately 12 covered parking spaces.
• Asphalt driveways providing access around the property.
• Additional storage sheds.

For someone who needs room to work on vehicles, maintain equipment, build projects, or keep recreational vehicles under cover, the existing improvements provide a useful starting point without having to build everything from scratch.

Land and Natural Features

The 24.65-acre parcel provides a substantial amount of private outdoor space. The setting is wooded, with cleared portions of land and a natural spring flowing through the property.

The combination of open ground, trees, and existing outbuildings gives the land a variety of possible everyday uses. Buyers who enjoy gardening, outdoor hobbies, equipment storage, or simply having more room around their home will appreciate the amount of land included.

The property is listed in Franklin County’s Land Use program. Continued participation and eligibility should be confirmed with the county, as the program’s assessment treatment and requirements are subject to applicable rules.

Construction and Property Details

The residence is a ranch-style, single-wide manufactured home constructed in 1970, with subsequent site-built additions and improvements. The exterior construction includes vinyl siding and concrete elements. The home has a crawl-space foundation and a one-story layout.

The long-term ownership history and extensive improvements are notable aspects of the property. The current layout reflects years of additions and practical changes intended to make the original manufactured home more functional.

Utilities and Services

The property has a private well and private septic system. Heating is provided through a combination of electric heat pump, propane, and wood stove, with central air conditioning for cooling.

Electric service in the wider Franklin County area is provided by Appalachian Power. Internet and broadband availability vary by location, particularly in rural areas. Buyers should confirm the available providers, connection speeds, cellular coverage, and exact service options at the property before closing.

Location and Surrounding Area

The property is located on Sontag Road in Rocky Mount, within Franklin County in southwestern Virginia. Its position just off Route 220 provides a connection to Rocky Mount, Boones Mill, and the Roanoke area.

Rocky Mount serves as the county seat and the main local service center for many residents of Franklin County. The town had an estimated population of approximately 4,971 in 2024. The wider county has a population of approximately 54,127, according to regional demographic estimates.

The surrounding region is characterized by the Blue Ridge and Appalachian landscape, rural residential properties, farmland, and wooded countryside. Rocky Mount provides access to everyday shopping, public services, and community facilities, while Roanoke offers a larger regional center for employment, shopping, and specialized services.

Schools and Education

Schools identified in the local listing information include:

• Sontag Elementary School: Public elementary education.
• Ben Franklin Middle School: Public middle school.
• Franklin County High School: Public high school.

These schools are associated with Franklin County Public Schools. School proximity does not independently establish attendance eligibility. Buyers should verify current attendance boundaries and school assignments directly with the school district.

Healthcare

Rocky Mount and the surrounding Franklin County area provide access to local medical practices, outpatient services, and pharmacies. For hospital and emergency department services, buyers can look to the wider Roanoke region, which has larger medical facilities and specialist services.

Travel requirements will depend on the specific provider and destination. Buyers should check current facility locations and emergency-service arrangements when assessing their preferred healthcare options.

Shopping and Everyday Services

Rocky Mount provides a range of everyday services and shopping options, including grocery shopping, pharmacies, fuel, restaurants, and general retail.

Local options include:

• Food Lion: Grocery shopping at 850 Tanyard Road in Rocky Mount.
• Walmart Supercenter: General merchandise, groceries, pharmacy, and additional services at 550 Old Franklin Turnpike.
• Rocky Mount town center: Local businesses, restaurants, services, and community facilities.

For a broader range of retail outlets and specialist shopping, the Roanoke area provides additional choices.

Parks and Recreation

Franklin County offers several outdoor recreation opportunities for residents who enjoy spending time outside.

Franklin County Recreation Park, located on Sontag Road in Rocky Mount, includes athletic fields, basketball facilities, a fishing pond, hiking trails, playgrounds, picnic shelters, and tennis and pickleball courts. Its location on the same road makes it a notable local recreation destination.

Waid Recreation Area provides another option, with hiking and equestrian trails, mountain biking, picnic facilities, and access to the Pigg River for activities such as fishing, tubing, canoeing, and kayaking.

These facilities add to the range of outdoor activities available throughout the Rocky Mount area.

Transportation and Regional Access

Route 220 is the principal nearby regional road connection, linking Rocky Mount with Boones Mill and Roanoke. This provides access to a wider selection of employment centers, shopping, medical facilities, and regional services.

Rocky Mount also has access to the Ferrum Express public bus service. The service operates on scheduled days, with Thursday and Friday evening trips into Rocky Mount and Saturday service connecting Rocky Mount with Roanoke. Stops include local shopping and community destinations.

For air travel, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport serves the wider region with commercial passenger services.

Housing Market and Local Property Values

Historical housing information for the Rocky Mount area provides some context for buyers considering the local market.

U.S. Census American Community Survey figures for the Town of Rocky Mount reported a median owner-occupied home value of approximately $181,400 in 2023. This measure covers different types of owner-occupied housing and is not a direct comparison with the value of an individual rural property.

Older assessment records for this particular parcel show a taxable assessment of $96,900 in 2021, increasing to $120,500 in 2025. These are tax assessment figures, not verified market sale prices or an indication of what the property would sell for.

Because manufactured homes, rural acreage, and properties with substantial outbuildings can differ considerably from conventional houses, buyers should use comparable properties with similar land, improvements, and construction when evaluating local market values.

Safety and Crime Information

Law enforcement services in the area are provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Crime statistics should be considered using the appropriate county or town geography and reporting year. No reliable, directly comparable figures for the immediate surroundings of this property have been established here, so no property-specific safety rating or crime conclusion is presented.

Utilities and Broadband Availability

Franklin County has a mix of public utility services and private systems, depending on location. This property is listed with its own private well and septic system rather than a confirmed municipal water or sewer connection.

Broadband expansion has been an ongoing county priority, with projects intended to improve rural internet access. However, countywide expansion plans do not guarantee that a particular connection is available at an individual address. Buyers should check exact broadband availability and service speeds before making a purchase decision.

Property Summary

Property information should be independently verified by prospective buyers, including bedroom classification, measurements, land boundaries, outbuilding details, utility systems, Land Use program eligibility, and permitted uses.

Property details and listing information are presented with appreciation for the property owners and the original listing contributors and photographers. Original property photography and ownership rights remain with their respective creators and owners.