Life will be heavenly in this rustic and contemporary river bottom home on 5 acres with 150 ft. of breathtaking Shenandoah River frontage that has complete privacy and seasonal views of fertile farmland and mountains beyond. You can also purchase Lot #42 which adjoins the home. This extra 5 acre lot has 300 ft. of river front and has a Letter of Certification that approves a 3 bedroom septic site. It can be purchased with the home only for $140,000. The owner will consider owner financing for the additional lot. Calmes Neck is an environmentally friendly gated community nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains at its beginning and The Shenandoah River at its end. Calmes Neck has a 10 acre private river bottom community area with a boat landing, community in ground pool, picnic area & boat landing. Surrounding Calmes Neck is The Burwell-Van Lennip Land Trust so all that live here can rest assured that the surrounding countryside will remain the same. As you approach the home you will head up a lush tree-lined driveway . On your way you will see through the trees a spring fed pond that is shared with the neighbor. At night one can enjoy listening to bull frogs and other night time sounds of nature. At the top of the driveway the land will open up to an open field overlooking the mountains and valley., There are no restrictions currently effecting this home so bring your four legged friends and enjoy fresh eggs if you like from your own chickens. The House is 2,349 square feet. It features a 2003 addition of a lovely architecturally designed dining area that lends balance and charm to the home. It has as its focal point many Andersen roll-out casement windows and a beamed cathedral ceiling. This sunny addition features views in every direction that you will never tire of. There is a massive stone chimney in the middle of the large living room and step down family room. One side of the chimney houses a wood stove that is hooked into radiant hot water baseboard heaters that heat the house. Gather the wood from your own property to keep it fed. The back-up furnace is propane when the fire dies down if needed. This highly efficient system will heat the whole house. You can also leave the wood alone and just use propane for the hot water radiators. The expansive Family Room has 2 sets of double doors to a large rear deck and double atrium doors to the welcoming screened in porch where one can spend hours enjoying this seasonal outdoor living space. The stone fireplace in the living room will add an additional warm glow to the house. There is a main level bedroom and a full bath with a claw foot tub that has a brass shower hoop. This bedroom has a double dutch door as well as a back door to the outside for a private entrance. Upstairs is a master suite & an office/guest room. The master bedroom has a very large walk-in closet and private bath with another vintage claw foot tub that has a brass shower hoop and a pedestal sink. The master has a screened " Sleeping Porch " or balcony where one can enjoy some star gazing or a cool evening breeze. FEATURES: Most of the house has freshly sanded gleaming hardwood floors. There are many new windows. The interior and exterior have both been recently painted and stained. This home has been owned and loved by the same person for over twenty years. It is a rare offering in a sought after river- bottom community. It is a well woven blend of old and new with lots of open space, beamed ceilings, many windows and multiple doors that open out to great outdoor living spaces. You will love the woodwork cathedral ceilings and location. Set up your private showing today. This home is a pleasure to show. ENJOY!