Welcome to the Ashby Gap Overlook, a unique opportunity to own property at the gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Clarke County. Thoughtfully renovated in 2021-2022 , this historic building is situated on 1.63 acres at the summit of Ashby Gap above Paris, Virginia with far reaching views. The property has extensive frontage on John S. Mosby Highway (U.S. Rt 50) and Blue Ridge Mt. Rd./Mt. Weather Rd. (Route 601) and for outdoor enthusiasts' easy access to the 1,800 acre Sky Meadows State Park and a 4,000 acre State Wildlife Management area. Lands of the United States of America is across the road with an Appalachian Trail embarkation and parking area and the Shenandoah River is just down the road. To the south is a variety of protected land in conservation easements totaling over 2,000 acres.
Once a 1950's motor court motel , the restored main building is ready for use as a 2/3 bedroom cottage or unique Air BnB. Offering spacious rooms and abundant windows for natural light, just some of the charming details include original pine paneling, reclaimed oak paneling, hardwood and concrete floors and a fieldstone fireplace with a wood stove. New doors and windows with unique window treatments using vintage ornamental ironwork fencing from Ovoka Farm. New bathroom with shower, a wet bar area easily expanded with a washer and dryer hookup, new HVAC , new well and new 3 bedroom septic. Large, gated parking area, three board fencing and stone landscaping. Zoned Clarke County FOC ( Forestal Open Space Conservation District). Other potential uses or opportunities with Special Use Permit include: In home business, studio, office or on site retail. A most unusual and strategic location with convenient accessibility for hiking the Appalachian Trail, camping and taking advantage of the boat launch on the Shenandoah River. Bring your kayak, canoe, rafts and friends!
This is also a great weekend spot to explore the many nearby wineries of the Virginia Piedmont Wine Region, local breweries and enjoy fine dining at the Ashby Inn in Paris! Conveniently situated approximately 20 minutes from Middleburg and 15 minutes from Millwood, Marshall and Rt. 66 at Delaplane.