248 S River RD, Covington, VA 24426
Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) overlooking the Jackson River, where mature shade trees create a cool, park-like setting for relaxing or entertaining. Easy steps lead to the water's edge & shoreline retaining wall, making it easy to enjoy everything the river has to offer. Spend your days fishing, kayaking, swimming, or simply relaxing while listening to the peaceful sounds of the river. The nearby Jackson River Scenic Trail offers additional opportunities for walking, biking & enjoying the outdoors. Additional features include an attached 2-car garage, attractive landscaping & an exceptional riverfront setting offering privacy, recreation & year-round enjoyment. Recent improvements include Log Staining & Re-chinking 2025! A rare opportunity to own a beautiful waterfront log home on one of the Alleghany Highlands' most desirable stretches of the Jackson River!
Listing Details MLS# 929883
Location, Tax & Legal
- Area
- 2700 - Alleghany County
- Street Number
- 248
- Street Direction Pfx
- S
- Street Name
- River
- Street Suffix
- RD
- State/Province
- VA
- Zip Code
- 24426
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Municipality
- Alleghany County
- Elementary School
- Other - See Remarks
- Middle School
- Other - See Remarks
- High School
- Other - See Remarks
- Major Area
- 27 - Alleghany County
- Phase
- 8
- Lot
- No
- Block
- No
- Tax ID
- 04000-00-000-20B1 , 040E0-01-000-001A
- Annual Taxes
- 1638
- Section
- No
- POA Y/N
- No
General Property Description
- Property Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Residential Type
- Detached
- Construction Status
- Completed
- Year Built
- 1979
- Total Bdrm
- 3
- Total Bths
- 2
- Total F Baths
- 2
- Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT
- 2151
- Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT
- 581
- Total Fnshd SqFt
- 2732
- Total Above Grd Fin SQFT
- 2732
- Grand Total Attached SQFT
- 3948
- Total Unfin SQFT
- 1216
- Basement Y/N
- Yes
- Prim. Covered Prking
- Garage Attached
- # Prim Cov Spaces
- 2
- Uncovered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Total Cov'd Prk Spc
- 2
- Total Acreage
- 0.64
- Water Class
- Waterfront Property
- Water ID
- River or Other
- Length of Waterfront
- 120
- Other Above Grd Fin SQFT
- 0
Status Change Info
- Ratified Contract Dt
- 2026-08-14
- Sold Date
- 2026-09-23
Unfinished Attached SQFT
- Entry Below Grd Unfin SQFT
- 1216
Internet Access
- Cur'nt Internet Prov
- T-mobile 5G
- Fiber
- Yes
More Information
Primary Bedrooms
- Primary BR Upper Lvl
- Yes
Bedrooms
- BR Entry Level
- 2
- BR Upper Level
- Yes
Full Baths
- Full Baths Entry Lvl
- Yes
- Full Baths Upper Lvl
- Yes
Laundry
- Laundry Entry Level
- Yes
Water Details
- River or Other
- Jackson
Remarks & Misc
- Public Remarks
- JACKSON RIVER WATERFRONT LOG HOME! Experience LIFE on one of Virginia's most scenic rivers in this Beautiful 1½-Story Log Home, where fishing, kayaking, swimming & breathtaking river views become part of your Everyday Life! Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a relaxing Mountain Retreat, this Exceptional Riverfront Property offers an unmatched lifestyle. Inside you'll discover 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, beautiful hardwood floors, exposed natural wood & beams, & a spacious great room, a soaring vaulted ceiling & attractive stone fireplace w/ pellet stove. The well-designed galley kitchen includes appliances & ample cabinet space. Upstairs, the private loft-style primary suite overlooks the great room & features a walk-in closet & private bath. Step outside onto the spacious deck
- Directions
- Rt 220 N from Covington to left on Rt 687- Jackson Rvr Rd, to left into Clearview Estates to T section. Left on Sammys Rd, cross bridge and turn left. 1/2 mile to house on the left.
Style of House
- 1.5 Story
- Yes
Limited Service
- Not Limited Service
- Yes
Lot Description
- Stream
- Yes
- Varied
- Yes
Construction
- Log Home
- Yes
Basement
- Partial
- Yes
Views
- River
- Yes
Heating
- Heat Pump Electric
- Yes
Cooling
- Central Air
- Yes
Fireplace
- Great Room
- Yes
Water Description
- Private Well
- Yes
Sewer Description
- Private Septic
- Yes
Water Heater Type
- Tank
- Yes
Interior Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Yes
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Skylight
- Yes
- Storage
- Yes
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Deck
- Yes
Porch
- Screened Porch
- Yes
- Side Porch
- Yes
Appliances
- Clothes Dryer
- Yes
- Clothes Washer
- Yes
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Range Electric
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
Floors
- Tile - i.e. ceramic
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Area Amenities
- Restaurant
- Yes
- Trail Access
- Yes
Water Htr Energy
- Electric
- Yes
Slr Pd Fin Concessns
- No
- Yes

