Avoid the crowds, hectic traffic, cheesy tourist-traps and over-priced restaurants. This unique oasis offers a glimpse of what was, is and what is to come. Literally, delightful cottage at the foot of the Scotland ferry. Thrilling possibilities await the owner of this eccentric property. Experience the breeze from the screened porch while the stresses of the daily grind vanish. Detached outbuilding with electrical power may suit a litany of uses: craft barn, workshop, gardener refuse or simply a he or she shed. Public boat ramp nearby with nautical access to Jamestown, mothball or Ghost fleet upper and lower James river. All items convey, including portable AC unit. Home served by a community well.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
$342Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sissy Black• Virginia 1st Realty Group LLC
Listed by Robert Silk• Virginia 1st Realty Group LLC
You will love this river view "fixer-Upper" located just off of the Jamestown/Scotland Ferry. Located on a hill with fabulous James River views, this river cottage is being sold in "as is" condition. Interior walls removed to provide large open areas on first and 2nd floors. Owner will provide well, septic, and termite inspections. Call for an appointment to view.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,557 (+15.5%)
$66,000 + $153,300
$219,300
2025
$1,348 (+18.3%)
$66,000 + $123,800
$189,800
2024
$1,139
$60,000 + $100,400
$160,400
2023
$1,139 (+1.6%)
$60,000 + $100,400
$160,400
2022
$1,121 (+40.9%)
$60,000 + $95,700
$155,700
2021
$795 (+8.5%)
$50,000 + $53,300
$103,300
2020
$733
$50,000 + $53,300
$103,300
2019
$733
$50,000 + $53,300
$103,300
2018
$733
$50,000 + $53,300
$103,300
2017
$733
$50,000 + $53,300
$103,300
2016
$733 (−6.7%)
$50,000 + $53,300
$103,300
2015
$786
$50,000 + $57,700
$107,700
2014
$786
$50,000 + $57,700
$107,700
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
150 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.62 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
871
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
871
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Surry County
APN
16-1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
78% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Surry, VA • 23883
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 16223 Rolfe Hwy
$297,827
$173 under list price of $298K
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