Should you move to the country?

If you’re looking for a higher quality of life away from the hustle and bustle of city life, country living is a healthier choice.

The cleaner air, the peace and quiet, the open sky and gentle moonlight, the slower pace of life (less stress), being close to nature, and easier access to organic food — these all add up to a different kind of living away from the crowded city life.

Country living is also more affordable since less populated areas have a lesser cost of living, so you get to have more for your money. It’s an incentive for a more chance to improve your financial situation.

Thinking about how you could get along with the neighborhood? When you live in the country, you get to live in a friendlier community. You’ll likely make friends in just a few weeks. Everyone will be eager to meet you and help you in any way they can. You’ll also get to be involved in local events and communal activities that are worth the time and experience.

AHHH, the West Virginia hills, are they calling you….

If you decide to move to the country….that is, Lewisburg WV in Greenbrier County, I can help you find the best home for the best price. Call me, Rebecca Gaujot @ 304-520-2133.

SOLD, 152 Acre Farm in Hinton, WV

A young couple from Covington, GA closed on this beautiful 151.84-acre farm that has some amazing views.

This amazing property has 151.839 acres that are nestled in the mountains of Wild and Wonderful West Virginia. There is a stocked pond, streams, and springs, well, wildlife, trees for firewood, ground for farming and livestock, AND PRIVACY! The two-bedroom home has beautiful bead boards walls and tongue-and-groove board ceilings. The spacious eat-in kitchen has an abundance of cabinets. The large, living room has a Fisher wood burning stove that could heat the entire house. There is a sunroom that faces the pond. There is an office off the main bedroom, and a mudroom and laundry room located at the back entrance. The house is flooded with natural light. Most of the home has the original hardwood floors. 

A wonderful 28′ x 11′ deck wraps the front of the house and faces a stock-filled pond. There is a 44′ x 34′, two stall garage that has an attached 22’ x 33’ studio and rear storage. 

There are two outbuildings. One is 16′ x 20′ and it has a large, double door and storage. The second outbuilding is 16′ x 14′. This building has a lower level that would work as a cellar. This area was used as a Spring House. 

There are approximately 15 acres that are cleared and could be used as pasture or cropland. The rest of the acreage is wooded. There is a large section of pine trees. The remaining woodland is made up of native hardwood and softwood trees. 

The new owners will enjoy a network of trails through the woods that make easy access. These trails would be great for hiking, horseback riding, and RV riding. There are already a couple of designated hunting areas!! This property also has creeks, springs, and well. All the mineral rights convey with the property. What else could you ask for……well the Dixie Chopper Mower also conveyed to the new owners.

The young couple plan to build a log cabin on the property in the near future, and use the house that is on the property now as a guest house!

If you are looking for property in West Virginia, give me, Rebecca Gaujot, a call at 304-520-2133. Or, preview my website for listings at https://www.lewisburgwvhomesforsale.com/

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Lockbridge Lodge for Sale, 11 Acres, Meadow Bridge, WV

This wonderful Lockbridge Lodge offers one bedroom, one bath home with a loft and is located in the Wild and Wonderful Summers County, WV. This home sits on 11+ acres and is very private and secluded.

A perfect retreat getaway lodge in a convenient location. All the comforts of home in a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere are ready for you at Lockbridge Lodge. A wrap-around deck is great for watching and listening to all nature has to offer. The list price is $175,000.

Let’s take a look at the inside and what conveys with this property. All appliances, washer and dryer and a generator.

Inside the Lockbridge Lodge

Below are the upgrades that have been made to the property since 2017:

• 2017 – New water heater
• 2018 – New metal roof, kitchen cabinets, washer/dryer, refrigerator, range/oven & microwave, shower stall, sink & cabinets on the main level, dehumidifier, sump pump; new electrical box; new deck and awning; cement apron/ramp for the storage shed; new driveway; new chicken coop; new outhouse
• 2019 – new wood stove
• 2020 – installed privacy fence/gate at driveway; new smoke & CO2 alarms; the new wood stove serviced October 9,

From the loft is a small balcony that holds an antique cast iron church bell that has been refinished and ready to ring for supper time!

On the 11.05 acres you will find abundant wildlife and a natural spring on the property. There are about five acres of open land with the remaining acres in forest. Beechnuts, Hickory nuts, sweet White Oak, and Red Oak acorns provide a sustainable food source for the squirrels, chipmunks, whitetail deer, and wild turkey that live in abundance in the forest.

The new owner will definitely enjoy the wonderful covered pavilion (25 ft 6 in x 16 ft 6 ) that is perfect for parties, weddings, reunions, or just relaxing! There is also an outbuilding, a chicken coop, and an outhouse!

The surrounding area offers unlimited soft recreational activities including white water rafting, golfing, fishing, camping, hiking, bird watching, and rock climbing. Snow skiing at the Winterplace Ski Resort is an hour away. In 30 minutes, you can catch the Amtrak train in Hinton and ride to the Greenbrier Resort, Chicago, or New York City. Beckley Airport is just 30 minutes away.

Hinton, the county seat of Summers County is a 30-minute drive. Hinton, founded in 1871, grew rapidly as the hub of a growing railroad industry serving the New River coal fields, passenger travel, and coast to coast freight lines. Today, Hinton serves the growing tourist and technology industries. Situate at the confluence of the New River, Bluestone River, and Greenbrier River, adjoining the 2000-acre Bluestone Lake, Hinton is truly a gateway to water recreation. The 80,000-acre New River National River Park, Bluestone State Park, Pipestem State Park Resort, and 17,000-acre Bluestone Wildlife Management Area are recreational cornerstones in the area. Hospitals, grocery shopping, pharmacy, hardware/farm supply, and dining are available.

Call Realtor, Rebecca Gaujot, for more information on this amazing property at 304-520-2133.

SOLD Log Cabin, Completely Furnished, Alderson WV

This awesome custom built log home offering three bedrooms and two baths on two lots near the Greenbrier River has sold. The sold price was $165,000 and was a for sale by owner. The buyer saw the property online and called me to show the property. After talking with the owners and showing the property to my buyer, we wrote an offer. After inspections, the appraisal, loan processing we closed today.

The house was completely remodeled in 2012. A handicap accessible chair lift was installed going to Master suite and loft area. The price included all appliances and furniture. A new central AC unit was installed September 2019, new septic tank and lines installed in 2017, and new tilt-in, double-pane windows through out home.

The new owner will enjoy the two large covered porches, front and back, for cook outs with family and friends, or just to relax. The front has a large concrete pad, 19×44, that is great for RV parking and/or guest parking. Also, there was an outbuilding, gas grill and lawn equipment that conveyed with the property.

The buyer’s children are visiting this weekend and he was excited for them to see his new home.

Are you looking for a log cabin? If so, call Rebecca Gaujot, 304-520-2133 or check out https://www.lewisburgwvhomesforsale.com/log-cabins-for-sale-in-lewisburg-wv/.

A Gift From Clients

I was working with a lovely couple from Charleston, WV, in August of this year. They were looking for a second home in the Lewisburg area. It would be like a vacation home, as well as using it as an Airbnb. They were both very excited about the purchase. This was new construction and the builder did not meet their deadline, and because of COVID, they terminated the contract.  They were such a delight to work with and I hope to work with them again.

You can imagine my surprise when a package arrived at work for me. It was a beautiful Vietri Hibiscus Glass Bud Vase.  Handcrafted, authentic, and made with love from Italy.

The clients also sent a hand-written note with the gift:

I was surprised to receive such a lovely gift from my clients, and I was happy to know that they were pleased with my service even though we didn’t get to closing. Thanks, Laura and Jace you made my week!!

Another Lot Sold at The Retreat, Lot 130, Caldwell WV