652 Cobblestone Row, Madison, VA 22727

If you are looking for a great place to vacation, fish & hunt look no longer. Open the front door and you’re on the trail. Set on nearly 1.5 forested acres, this fully off-grid Lost Valley cabin abuts the Rapidan Wildlife Management Area, so thousands of acres of Blue Ridge woodland begin where your property ends. Garth Run flows along the boundary, and Shenandoah National Park trails are just 5 minutes away. Hike from the porch. No trailhead parking, no crowds, no drive. Lace up your boots and walk straight onto the WMA, where quiet ridgelines, hollows, and mountain streams are yours to explore. For bigger days, some of the area’s best hiking is right around the corner: Graves Mill: The gateway to the upper Rapidan and the backcountry beyondRapidan River Trailhead: Follow a classic mountain trout stream into the heart of the WMA and parkJones Mountain Trail: A rewarding climb into Shenandoah National Park’s quieter backcountryBear Church Rock: A famous rocky outcrop with sweeping Blue Ridge views, a favorite destination for day hikers and backpackersFish at your doorstep. Garth Run runs right along the property, and the surrounding Rapidan system is known for its trophy-caliber heritage trout fishing. The Conway River is also very close, offering even more cold-water fishing. Fly anglers will feel right at home. Hunt from your property line. With the WMA as your neighbor, deer, turkey, and black bear country is right outside, with no long drive to reach public ground. The Cabin. This 900 sq ft cabin is set up for a group. The bedroom has a king bed, and a set of bunk beds adds more room, so it comfortably sleeps 4 to 6. That makes it a good fit for a family, a fishing or hiking crew, or a hunting party. A propane range and a kitchen sink mean you can cook a real meal after a long day on the trail. Truly off-grid, comfortably. This cabin is completely self-sufficient: Water: Private well, with a kitchen sinkPower: Solar system with generator backupHeat: Wood stove, the cozy heart of the cabin on crisp fall evenings and cold winter weekendsCooking: Propane rangeSanitation: Sun-Mar composting toiletBathing: Outdoor solar shower, for rinsing off under the trees after a day on the trailEasy access. Off-grid doesn’t mean hard to reach. The cabin sits on a well-maintained, state-maintained road. Part of a welcoming mountain community. The cabin is part of the Lost Valley Property Owners Association, a community of fellow outdoor lovers in one of Madison County’s most scenic hollows. Annual dues are approximately $250. Secluded, but not isolated. Leave the world behind on the trail, then rejoin it when you’re ready. Award-winning Early Mountain Vineyards is 20 minutes away, Bald Top Brewing is 23 minutes down the road, and Shotwell Run Brewing Company is 34 minutes away. The shops and restaurants of Madison are 25 minutes away, and Charlottesville’s restaurants, live music, and cultural scene are about an hour out. Spend the day on the water or the ridgeline, then finish it with a tasting flight or a cold pint. The Land: Nearly 1.5 acres of private, forested land, with the WMA as a permanent backdrop. Location: 5 minutes to Shenandoah National Park trails, 20 minutes to Early Mountain Vineyards, 23 minutes to Bald Top Brewing, 25 minutes to Madison, 34 minutes to Shotwell Run Brewing Company, about 1 hour to Charlottesville, and 2 hours to the Washington, D. C. area. WMA access subject to Virginia DWR regulations and permit requirements. Property subject to Lost Valley Property Owners Association covenants and dues.