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“Ole Yellar House” – A Timeless Treasure
  • $489,500

Description

For more than a century, “The Ole Yellar House” has stood as one of the valleys most beloved landmarks, locals of generations have whispered about, admired, and waited decades to call their own. It’s golden façade glowing against the Blue Ridge backdrop like a beacon of welcome.

Built in 1885, this storied estate invites you to step into its narrative. Sunlight pours across warm hardwood floors that have carried generations of footsteps — each one adding to the home’s quiet, enduring soul. Four gracious bedrooms and two timeless baths offer a blend of elegance and authenticity, where every detail feels intentional, preserved, and deeply loved. A lifetime of stories held gently in the walls.

Outside, the story widens. A picturesque barn stands proudly on the grounds, its weathered boards whispering tales of seasons past. Wide porches wrap the home like an embrace, framing sweeping mountain views that shift with the light and the world seems to soften— morning mist, golden hour glow, and star‑drenched nights. It’s the kind of place where time slows, tea tastes sweeter, and the world feels a little softer.

Set just moments from Shenandoah National Park, renowned hiking trails, and the quiet charm of Virginia’s small mountain towns, this property offers a lifestyle rooted in beauty, serenity, and heritage. It is a sanctuary, a storybook, and a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity.

So many have waited for this moment — watching, hoping, imagining. Now the next chapter belongs to you. Claim the legacy. Live the story. Welcome home to The Ole Yellar House.

Details

Property ID 848532
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Square Footage 2226
Lot Size 2.43
Year Built 1885
StyleFolk Victorian
Updated on June 4, 2026 at 2:06 pm

Address

  • Address: 705 Marksville Rd.
  • City: Stanley
  • State: Virginia
  • Zip/Postal Code: 22851
  • Country: United States

Contact Agent

Christie Jones

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