Rawhide Ridge Farm

Farm Description

Nestled just east of the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, secluded from the hustle and bustle of daily life, sits Rawhide Ridge Farm. The farm is situated on 98.6 acres that is established with many benefits that offer a new owner flexibility for many stages of land use. Long road frontage along both sides of a dead end road, add to the seclusion of the location of Rawhide Ridge Farm. Secured by code, the entrance boasts two rock columns and iron- gate, with treated board fencing adding to the appeal. As you travel down the beautifully, manicured drive, a feeling of serenity sets in as you take in the forest and meadow sceneries leading up to a charming Cape Cod home. As you park in the 3-car carport, that includes 2 rooms and attic storage, you will notice that the pebble stone cover blends well with the natural surroundings. A rock walkway leads you to a wide staircase, inviting you up onto the front porch, where you can relax in one of the rocking chairs, or on the cozy porch swing, and take in the parklike setting in front of the home. Cathedral ceilings and a Great Room with a large, rock, wood burning fireplace, greet you upon entering the home. Lots of large windows, allowing natural light and scenic views, adding to the tranquility of the living area that blends into an open kitchen space with Oak cabinets, Marble countertops, a large island, appliances and pantry. There is an easy flow into the Dining Room area, which also has large windows to help keep those who dine in touch with nature. There is plenty of room for family and friends to enjoy while making many memories in this section of the home. Other rooms of the first floor include a Master Bedroom, with Master Bath. Traveling up the lovely stairway to the second floor, take time to rest in the large, but private, loft area that overlooks the Great Room and rock fire place below. You will also find two extra bedrooms and a full bath here. Take a trip down into the finished Basement area and find more opportunities for entertainment space. A large family room with another rock, wood burning fireplace as well as an extra Bedroom and Full Bath with Storage Room, make wonderful additions in case of visiting guests, especially during the Holidays. You can also find extra access, from the basement leading to the beautiful patio dining and recreation area. Out on the patio is where you will do much relaxing and entertaining with its beautiful scenic location to the home that encompasses a large, rock fire place with super grilling capabilities- complete with extra storage. After enjoying this great home, it s time to explore the farm. The farms has a perfect balance of open and wooded land. The farm areas are turnkey with 2- Class S1d, 100x40ft Livestock Pole Barns, with offices, fans and water. Of the barns, one has an attached lean to and grain bin. Other barns include feeder/ loafing barn, two hay barns, one partially open and other enclosed. Also tractor equipment, shelters, walk-in shelter, and four livestock waterers. Livestock is held by high tinsel fencing. Most gates are reinforced with woven-wire. There are currently cows, goats, and donkeys using barns and pastures through the network of cross fencing. The pastures have a good balance of large mature hardwoods that provide shade and parklike setting with nice views of the pond. After enjoying the farming area, you can find solitude in the mature forest. The forestland is balanced nicely with pine and hardwood. The dominant pine species is loblolly pine. The pines are ready to be thinned for forest management to provide immediate income. The mature hardwoods are dominate to oaks. The hardwood species include white oak, red oak, scarlet oak, black oak, chestnut oak, hickory, beach, poplar, maple and gum. A hunter s paradise. There is an abundance of deer, turkey and occasional bear. Enjoy all of this by the trail systems that meander throughout. This farm is convenient to Danville and Martinsville, VA Greensboro, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Reidsville, Eden, Winston- Salem, NC. Also close to VA/ NC Public Wildlife Hunting Areas. Farm is within one hour drive of Philpott Lake, Smith Mountain Lake, Hyco Lake, Leesville Lake and Buggs Island Cure Lake. Also close to Danville Community College, Averett University, Ferum College, Radford, VA Tech, NC State, Unc, and Duke University. 45079-57093