About 8165 Open Gate Ln
This quintessential Western Albemarle farmette boasts magical Blue Ridge views (which are protected by surrounding conservation easements), several acres of flat, sunny pasture ringed by shady woods for complete privacy, raised garden beds, extensive plantings, fruit trees, a majestic oak, a chicken coop and run (protected by electric fence), a garage/outbuilding with many possible uses! Enjoy one level living in the cottage style home, packed with updates & upgrades including a new kitchen, fabulous stone-floored living room w/woodstove, a reconfigured primary suite w/tiled shower and much more. This home has abundant character and charm, flexible spaces to suit your needs, an electric dog fence, gutter guards, tankless water heater & whole house generator for easy living, and potential expansion/project space in the cellar. Wake to deer, wild turkey and other wildlife. Bring your horses, other furry friends & your green thumb! The mountain views are ever-changing & the star-filled sky is simply spectacular on the dark country nights. Please see docs for floor plans and list of extensive recent updates. Firefly broadband installed. Western Albemarle Schools.
Features of 8165 Open Gate Ln
| MLS® # | 668682 |
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| Price | $550,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,674 |
| Acres | 5.03 |
| Year Built | 1955 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 8165 Open Gate Ln |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | NONE |
| City | Afton |
| County | Albemarle |
| State | VA |
| Zip Code | 22920 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Fiber Optic Available, Propane |
|---|---|
| Parking | Asphalt, Detached, Garage Faces Front, Garage |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| View | Mountain(s) |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior | Hardwood, Stone |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Primary Downstairs, Remodeled, Walk-In Closet(s), Home Office, Recessed Lighting |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Washer |
| Heating | Central, Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Ductless, Heat Pump |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning Stove |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Exterior Entry, Partial, Unfinished |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Mature Trees/Landscape |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Garden, Landscaped, Level, Private, Secluded |
| Roof | Composition, Shingle |
| Construction | HardiPlank Type, Stick Built |
| Foundation | Block |
School Information
| Elementary | Brownsville |
|---|---|
| Middle | Henley |
| High | Western Albemarle |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 4th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 15 |
| Zoning | RA Rural Agricultural |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
Listing Details
| Office | NEST REALTY GROUP |
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