897 Minors Branch Rd, Monroe, VA 24574

Have you ever wanted a place all to yourself, hidden by trees, open to the valley field below to enjoy the wildlife? With easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and gorgeous Rt 130, in the midst of the James River Watershed with easy access to the James, Buffalo and Tye Rivers, this is a sportsman's dream. The home is custom built and designed by an architect. The blueprints (on the drafting table in the loft) show 2x4" studs but this home is overbuilt with 2x6 framing. The "cedar siding" for the natural appeal is vinyl for low maintenance. The design of the house is for ease and comfort, privacy and views. The great room has custom cabinets and shelving with dentil molding, wood burning stove, updated appliances - double oven - brand new granite countertops. Skylights throughout provide natural lighting. The deck off the kitchen is a great nook for coffee/wine break. Formal rooms have custom wood cathedral ceilings showcased by loft with custom railings. All new carpet and fresh paint throughout. Main level living with laundry, master and two auxiliary bedrooms with their own baths. Palladian window provides pastoral views from living room and loft. Large MBR has huge WIC with shelving and granite countertops and skylight in bathroom. Lower walk out level is unfinished: great media room, open for stainless beer brewing vats!! This would make a great tasting room/brewery!! Grow some hops down in that field!! The far side of the field is bordered by a bold stream and there is a small orchard of apple and pear trees. Pocket doors, 400 amp electric, tons of shelving and storage, invisible fencing, 2 water heaters, dual zone heat pump, secret doors and more make this house just outstanding. **Elon Elementary, Amherst Middle & High Schools**