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Danielle Wateridge

danielle.wateridge@gmail.com +1(703) 639-8869

Listed by Rahjon Pandey • Real Broker, LLC

$ 670,000

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897 HELMS RD Stanley, VA 22851

2 Beds

2 Baths

864 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Coming Soon

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 864 sqft

Price per Sqft $775

Subdivision Helms Mountain

MLS Listing ID VAPA2006738

Style Ranch/Rambler

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 864

Year Built 2009

Available Date 2026-08-01

Annual Tax Amount $1,926

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 25.840 Acres

Acres 25.84

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

Imagine owning nearly 26 acres in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, ➤ with approximately 400± feet bordering Shenandoah National Park, a protected federal parkland. ➤ The property is just a short drive from the everyday conveniences of downtown Luray and Stanley. ➤ Whether you're searching for a private mountain escape, a full-time residence, a vacation home, an established short-term rental, or a long-term investment with future potential, 897 (896) Helms Rd offers it all. ★★★ PRIVATE MOUNTAIN RETREAT: ➤ Charming mountain cabin offering the authentic Shenandoah mountain lifestyle. The cabin features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 864 square feet of comfortable living space, with an open living room, dining area, and kitchen. ➤ Brand new HVAC ➤ Crawl-space encapsulated and de-humidifier installed in 2025 ➤ Transferable annual Termite Treatment Plan for home surroundings ➤ Enjoy spectacular sunsets and mountain views from the WRAP-AROUND DECK, or unwind in the HOT-TUB while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. ➤ Additional improvements include a picnic pavilion, storage shed, and generous outdoor living spaces for entertaining.➤ Comcast high-speed internet cable runs to the property. ★★★ INVESTMENT & DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL: ➤ The property consists of four tax parcels (#38, #26, #25, and #52A) totaling approximately 25.84 acres. ➤ The primary 22.62-acre parcel (#38) has been professionally surveyed and conceptually designed for a potential six-lot subdivision. Significant preliminary engineering work has been completed, including the identification of potential drainfield locations for the proposed lots. During that process, a drainfield location was also identified for Parcel #25. ➤ Additionally, four approved septic permits are already in place for Parcel #38. Existing surveys, engineering work, and septic-related documentation provide valuable groundwork for buyers exploring future possibilities.➤ In addition to the existing road frontage serving the cabin, an internal access road has already been constructed to provide access to additional areas of the property, which was improved with fresh gravel in 2024. All subdivision and development opportunities remain subject to buyer verification and approval by Page County. ★★★ ESTABLISHED SHORT-TERM RENTAL: ➤ This property enjoys a high occupancy rate as a short-term rental due to its convenient location near many of the Shenandoah Valley's most popular attractions, including Luray Caverns and Skyline Drive. ➤ Visitors are drawn to the area year-round for stargazing, moonlit mountain views, hiking, fishing, hunting, and countless outdoor adventures. ➤ The property directly borders Shenandoah National Park, home to the iconic Skyline Drive, one of the Mid-Atlantic's premier destinations for scenic drives and spectacular fall foliage. ➤ The property has already established itself as a successful short-term rental, generating nearly 50K in annual gross rental revenue. ➤ The furniture and most personal property convey, creating a truly turn-key investment opportunity for buyers looking to continue operating as an Airbnb or VRBO from day one. ★★★ A RARE OPPORTUNITY: ➤ Properties offering nearly 26 acres, an established income-producing cabin, approximately 400± feet adjoining Shenandoah National Park - home to the iconic Skyline Drive, and documented future development groundwork are exceptionally rare in today's market. ➤ More than just a mountain cabin, this is a legacy property offering unmatched privacy, year-round recreation, proven investment potential, and the opportunity to create lasting memories for generations to come. The property has earned outstanding Airbnb guest reviews, with visitors consistently praising its privacy, breathtaking scenery, and mountain views. ✦ As an active Airbnb property, showings are available by appointment only. Schedule your private showing today ✦

Location

State VA

County Page

Zoning R

Rooms

Main Level Bedrooms 2

Interior

Hot Water Electric

Heating Heat Pump(s)

Cooling Central A/C

Furnishings Yes

Fireplace N

Heat Source Electric

Exterior

Utilities Available Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Water Available, Sewer Available

Water Access N

View Mountain, Valley

Accessibility None

Garage N

Building

Lot Description Adjoins - Public Land, Backs - Parkland

Story 1

Foundation Block

Above Ground Finished SqFt 864

Sewer On Site Septic

Water Well

Architectural Style Ranch/Rambler

Level or Stories 1

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

New Construction N

Schools

School District Page County Public Schools

Others

Pets Allowed Y

Senior Community No

Tax ID 73C-2-38, 73/C 2/25, 73/C 2/26, 73/C 2/52A

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 864

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, Private, Rural Development, USDA, VA, State GI Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, Private, Rural Development, USDA, VA, State GI Loan

Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,Private,Rural Development,USDA,VA,State GI Loan

Special Listing Condition Standard

Pets Allowed No Pet Restrictions

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