Land with Home for Sale in Dunnsville, Virginia
1838 Muddy Gut Rd, Dunnsville, VA 22454
Lovingly restored historic colonial farmhouse blending timeless charm with extensive modern upgrades on just over 3.5 private acres, minutes from the scenic Rappahannock River. This bright, spacious home features a large living room, formal dining room, beautifully updated kitchen, abundant storage, and a newly added full bathroom. Upstairs offers large bedrooms, refinished original heart pine floors, and a stunning clawfoot bathtub. Major improvements include: -New HVAC (2024) -New plumbing (2026) -Electrical upgrades (2026) -New windows (2026) -New decking (2026) -Fresh paint -New Appliances (2025) -New French Drain (2025) -Septic pumped and easy access cover installed (2025) Natural light fills every room, highlighting the home's preserved character and thoughtful renovations. Outside, enjoy exceptional privacy surrounded by farmland and mature trees, with only one nearby neighbor. The property includes a large barn, original carriage house, flowering bushes, and black walnut trees-ideal for homesteading, hobby farming, or peaceful country living. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully modernized historic retreat with space, charm, and versatility.
Location
- Street address
- 1838 Muddy Gut Rd
- County
- Essex County
- Community
- Rappahannock Shore
- Elevation
- 23 feet
Directions
From Tappahannock head South on US-17/Tidewater Trail for approximately eight miles. Turn left onto Muddy Gut Road for 1.7 miles. 1838 Muddy Gut Rd is on the right across from a white single-story ranch-style house.
Property details
- Acreage
- 3.61 acres
- Zoning
- R-1
- MLS #
- CVRMLS 2611386
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $1,119
Parcels
- 47-1-3A
Legal description
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Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Exterior
- Pool
- Patio
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Block
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Room Count
- 8
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3, Dining Room, Laundry Room x 2
- Flooring
- Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Features
- Fireplace
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Tappahannock | Elementary |
| Essex | Middle |
| Essex | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | New listing | $439,000 | — | CVRMLS |