Rural Retreat

Rural Retreat, located in Wythe County, offers small town charm and a surprising amount of things to do. While located in Wythe County, Rural Retreat cultivates and maintains an identity of its own.

Real estate here offers a nice balance, with the area seeing growth in its median property value while also remaining a remarkably affordable option. From starter homes, to larger properties, to land where you can build your dream home, Rural Retreat has something for everyone. Their employment rate saw an uptick in 2018, and its proximity to Wytheville means jobs are easily accessible.

Amenities and activities are plentiful and diverse. The town is home to Wythe Raceway, a local dirt racetrack that hosts a variety of races and events throughout the year. The recently renovated Rural Retreat Depot, previously a train depot for the tracks running right through town, is a beautiful meeting center that holds numerous events. Davis Valley Winery and Vineyard and Davis Valley Distillery offer a unique experience in this small town. Local shopping can be found in downtown, as well as the Dutch Pantry on the edge of town.

All of this equals a town that is small yet vibrant, and is sure to include the property or home of your dreams. Schedule a showing with a Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Mountain Sky Properties agent in this beautiful community today!

Newest Residential Listings in Rural Retreat

Check out this 18 Room Colonial home located in the heart of Rural Retreat boasting custom finishes, timeless charms and the perfect touch of modern updates. On the near 1 acre setting, you have a Carriage Garage PLUS Double Detached Garage for your vehicles and plenty of room to spare for the garden. Mature landscaping, covered porches, and classic hardwood floors are just a few of the noteworthy attributes of this property. Key updates to the home include a newer roof, heat pump, gas logs, and a recently remodeled kitchen complete with newer appliances, sink, and granite countertops. With 5 spacious bedrooms and 2 updated bathrooms, this home is move-in ready for families of all sizes. Schedule your showing and come enjoy the beautiful workmanship and quality of this home.

$385,000 Active

511 N MAIN ST Rural Retreat, Virginia

5 Beds 2 Baths 3,158 SqFt 0.920 Acres

Beautifully maintained 2011 "Edge Series" by Clayton Homes. Double Wide on permanent foundation and 1.25 acre lot. Oversized double car detached garage (550 sq ft), large shed (23' x 11') & separate "she-shed" (9' x 11') w/ electricity, insulation & heat that would be ideal to use as a separate office space. Level lot w/ fruit trees, privacy & beauty of surrounding pastures. Spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas and open concept gourmet kitchen. Decorative stone work over oven range & built in bookcases in family room. Cozy family room w/ wall of built in bookshelves & cabinets. Decorative stone work over Large front porch and back deck, multiple crawl space/storage accesses under house, expansive concrete driveway.

$198,000 Active

570 Lake Mount Airy Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,369 SqFt 1.250 Acres

Beautifully maintained 2011 "Edge Series" by Clayton Homes. Double Wide on permanent foundation and 1.25 acre lot. Oversized double car detached garage, large shed w/ new metal roof & separate "she-shed" w/ electricity, insulation, heat & new metal roof that would be ideal to use as a separate office space. Level lot w/ fruit trees, privacy & beauty of surrounding pastures. Spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas and open concept gourmet kitchen. Decorative stone work over oven range & built in bookcases in family room. Cozy family room w/ wall of built in bookshelves & cabinets. Decorative stone work over Large front porch and back deck, multiple crawl space/storage accesses under house, expansive concrete driveway.

$198,000 Active

570 Lake Mount Airy Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,369 SqFt 1.250 Acres

Classic brick ranch in an established neighborhood in Rural Retreat. Enjoy the small town pace and live in one of the top school districts around. This home offers 3BR, 1BA and an enclosed sunroom with plenty of space to entertain all on one convenient 1352 sf level. The property also includes a full basement, newer metal roof, storage shed, and a second vacant lot. Use the lot as extra play room in a large yard or explore it for potential for a garage or second house. Take a look at the photos and schedule your appointment today.

$169,000 Pending

317 Elm Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 1 Baths 1,352 SqFt 0.700 Acres

This truly is a must see home. It has been completely remodeled. Newer roof, new interior flooring, with solid oak flooring leading to the upstairs. New Laminate flooring throughout the home. Heat Pump is 3 years and still has warranty until 2025. Front porch has new flooring as well. you are also walking into a home with all New Appliances. New Refrigerator, New Stove, New Washer/Dryer. Floors in the kitchen are title. Fold out double pane windows for easy cleaning. There is also a new shed with this property that is only 6 months old. There is a well and septic on the property, however, public water is available if desired.

$190,000 Pending

8164 W W Lee Hwy Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,386 SqFt 0.770 Acres

This truly is a must see home. It has been completely remodeled. Newer roof, new interior flooring, with solid oak flooring leading to the upstairs. New Laminate flooring throughout the home. Heat Pump is 3 years and still has warranty until 2025. Front porch has new flooring as well. you are also walking into a home with all New Appliances. New Refrigerator, New Stove, New Washer/Dryer. Floors in the kitchen are title. Fold out double pane windows for easy cleaning. There is also a new shed with this property that is only 6 months old. There is a well and septic on the property, however, public water is available if desired.

$190,000 Active Contingency

8164 Lee Highway Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,386 SqFt 0.770 Acres

This is the one you've been waiting for! Don't miss this well built brick ranch featuring five bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and large living spaces, all on a large level lot in Rural Retreat. Inside you'll find a spacious eat-in-kitchen, formal dining/ living room, a large den with gas log fireplace, a good sized master bedroom with full en-suite bathroom, three secondary bedrooms with a full bathroom and the half bathroom located just across the hallway. There's tons of storage and closet space, wide hallways and doorways throughout. The fifth bedroom is located on the opposite side of the home in a flex suite where you'll also find another kitchen, living room, and full bathroom. The laundry/ mud room is entered through the garage and is adjacent to the kitchen. This home is ready to update to your taste. Call today to schedule a tour!

$284,500 Active Contingency

7142 W LEE HWY Rural Retreat, Virginia

5 Beds 4 Baths 2,896 SqFt 1 Acres

Here is a thriving short-term rental business that the owners have meticulously grown over the past two and a half years. This property offers strong rental history. The 40' x 75' multi-purpose building is full of surprises and has become a perfect rental option. Your guests will love the new kitchen/appliances, bedrooms, upstairs finished space, and indoor swimming pool. The building also provides storage and hookups for multiple RVs for fuller rental flexibility. Professionally landscaped with an abundance of fruit trees, bushes, flowers, and garden spots all wrapped by ~1,600 feet of maintenance-free vinyl fencing, it's a perfect oasis in the heart of the welcoming town of Rural Retreat. Should you want this for yourself, this park-like setting is perfect for entertaining large family gatherings or it can be developed into a property that can accommodate more permanent guests via single or multi-family housing. The choice is yours.

$339,000 Active

209 Parsonage Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,600 SqFt 2.290 Acres

Here is a thriving short-term rental business that the owners have meticulously grown over the past two and a half years. This property offers strong rental history. The 40' x 75' multi-purpose building is full of surprises and has become a perfect rental option. Your guests will love the new kitchen/appliances, bedrooms, upstairs finished space, and indoor swimming pool. The building also provides storage and hookups for multiple RVs for fuller rental flexibility. Professionally landscaped with an abundance of fruit trees, bushes, flowers, and garden spots all wrapped by ~1,600 feet of maintenance-free vinyl fencing, it's a perfect oasis in the heart of the welcoming town of Rural Retreat. Should you want this for yourself, this park-like setting is perfect for entertaining large family gatherings or it can be developed into a property that can accommodate more permanent guests via single or multi-family housing. The choice is yours.

$339,000 Active

209 Parsonage Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,600 SqFt 2.290 Acres

Excellent starter home hitting the market. 4 bed 1 bath with over 2000 sq ft of finished and unfinished space. One level living upstairs with a full deck complete with a pool and hot tub. Downstairs you have a large unfinished basement, complete with an additional finished bedroom with a separate entrance. This area could be converted into an additional living space, in-law suite, or even rented out. All of this in a great location with quick access to schools, shopping, and I-81. Call your agent today!

$159,000 Active

307 Railroad Ave Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 1 Baths 1,285 SqFt 0.300 Acres

WALK TO SCHOOL in the quaint town of RURAL RETREAT........ large, TREED CORNER LOT provides shade and PRIVACY. CLASSIC BRICK RANCH: 2 BEDROOM/ 2 BATH ON MAIN; UPSTAIRS IS FINISHED but not HEATED AT THIS TIME.AND NOT in the square footage. FULL BATH/LAUNDRY/AND WORKSHOP IN BASEMENT. space on the main level for the laundry, if desired. Mix of HARDWOOD FLOORS, carpet and vinyl CUSTOM KITCHEN CABINETS WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE serviced yearly with insert: large DECK on the rear ready for your barbecue shopping 5 min away and Hospital 20 min away.

$199,000 Contingency Kickout

117 BUCK AVE Rural Retreat, Virginia

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,552 SqFt 0.461 Acres

Don't miss the rare opportunity to own this beautiful all brick ranch home located on Parsonage Avenue in Rural Retreat, VA but in Smyth County. The paved circular drive is the entrance to this beautiful home on the corner of 2.49 gorgeous acres with mature trees that includes a large apple tree with delicious apples!! The property has road frontage on two sides which offers the potential for dividing the property. The home was built in 1972 with one owner so the home has definitely been well kept. The home offers a one car garage, den/dining room with fireplace and gas logs, formal living room, kitchen with solid wood cabinets, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The laundry room/utility room is located just off the garage entrance. A few of the recent updates to the home include a new metal roof, replacement windows a few years ago, new water heater and new well pump and the septic has also recently been pumped. The home offers lots of opportunities for it's new owner!!

$299,900 Active Contingency

1116 Parsonage Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,500 SqFt 2.490 Acres

Newest Land Listings in Rural Retreat

Are you looking for a place to get away or enjoy hunting? Here it is! 14+ acres joining The Jefferson National Forest! This property offers it all! Already on the property are two campers fully furnished ready for your mountain getaways, horse back riding adventures, or hunting crew! Sit on the front porch and just simply enjoy all nature has to offer. There are multiple trails through out the property, bring the atv's or the horses! Wildlife abounds.

14.16 ac Tickle Pink Rd. Rural Retreat, Virginia

14.160 Acres

Nice .88 acre lot that is a rare find. Almost all cleared and ready for your new home. Located close to Interstate 81. Call today before this one is gone!

TBD Four Seasons Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.880 Acres

Incredible, incredible, incredible!!!. Beautiful does not describe this 481.325 Acre farm. Property has approximately 50% open acreage along with wooded areas bordering the National Forest. Fencing, barns, and watering stations are in place for horses and livestock along with creek running through the property. There is a historic home of which one section is log along with a hunting cabin nestled further back on the property. Whether you are looking for the perfect large tract of land to create you own heritage home, back to the basics dream farm, secluded horse farm or hunting oasis this property is a must see!

$1,950,000 Active

672 Brushy Mountain Rd. Rural Retreat, Virginia

481.325 Acres

Building lot near Rural Retreat, VA. This .50 ac lot is ready for a new home and has a permitted septic plan. This property offers views to the West and convenience to I-81 for commuting. This home site is priced to sell and with recent improvements to Mt. Airy Road, this property will be very accessible.

TBD Mt. Airy Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.510 Acres

BEAUTIFUL LOT, OVER HALF ACRE IN DOWNTOWN AREA OF RURAL RETREAT. CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, QUIET STREET NEAR ALL SCHOOLS, SMALL TOWN LIVING AT ITS BEST. TAKE A LOOK AT THIS LEVEL LOT.

TBD Lot # 2 Maple Avenue Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.502 Acres

BEAUTIFUL LOT, OVER HALF ACRE IN DOWNTOWN AREA OF RURAL RETREAT. CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, NEAR ALL SCHOOLS, SMALL TOWN LIVING AT ITS BEST.. TAKE A LOOK AT THIS LOT AND YOU'RE KNOW RURAL RETREAT IS THE PLACE TO LIVE.

Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.541 Acres

Here is your chance to own a property on Rt 11 that already has a garage/workshop in place. Property has a garage and walk-in door to the main part. The back is a workshop area with a walk-in door only. Great view and would also make a great home site. Electricity is in the building but no heat,well or septic is on the property.

TBD Lee Hwy Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.710 Acres

LAND, LAND AND MORE LAND! Build your own personal home/retreat or have a hunting retreat! Mature HARDWOODS and PLENTY OF IT! Wildlife abounds - plenty of deer, turkey, grouse, a few bear, much more! This land has beautiful mature hardwoods on it and the owner says to his knowledge, "it's never been timbered." Located not too far out of town in Wythe county, there are lots of options with this property.

$1,968,000 Active

4662 Cedar Springs Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

328 Acres

CHECK OUT THIS 25.98 +/= acre tract that is close to downtown Rural Retreat. This would make a great mini-farm or home site. The possibilities are endless. Awesome views. Give me a call today to see this one.

$169,900 Active

Lot 3 Milk Plant Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

25.980 Acres

What a location. This .47 ac is located less than 1 mile from Rural Retreat Lake where fishing, camping, hiking and swimming is at it's best. Public water is available and property would be great for a double wide home.

.47ac Rural Retreat Lake Rd Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.470 Acres

11+ acres of commercial development potential property in the town of Rural Retreat. This relatively flat lot has approximately 600' of road frontage and is within the Commercial Zone near other manufacturers and industries. This location, with long range mountain views and overlooking the Rural Retreat community, is approximately 1 mile from I-81 with easy access for commercial vehicles via Main Street and Gienow Road. Rural Retreat is within a hour's drive of Tennessee, North Carolina and West Virginia along the 2 major interstate corridors and is already home to a large plastic industry, a custom horse trailer manufacturer and various agricultural and natural resource providers. Contact the listing agent to see what incentives may be available here for your operation.

$229,000 Active

TBD Gienow Road Rural Retreat, Virginia

11.430 Acres

GREAT LEVEL LOT IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN RURAL RETREAT...SUITABLE FOR COMMERCIAL OR RESIDENTAL

TBD BAUGHMAN Rural Retreat, Virginia

0.900 Acres

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