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Stanley Acres Solitude: 110+/- Acres with Private Pond, Lake Access, & Two Residences in Pittsylvania County, Virginia
Description
Step into the solitude of Stanley Acres, a 110+/- acre legacy estate quietly tucked between Danville and Lynchburg in Gretna, Virginia. Set just across from an idyllic covered bridge and off a peaceful country road, this property offers a rare combination of privacy, history, and natural beauty. From the moment you enter the property, the land opens up around you—broad fields, rolling hills, and wooded stands that rise and fall in a way that feels both intentional and wild.
The property boasts two bucolic homes, each with its own story. The main residence, a 4-bedroom, 2-bath stone and cedar shake home built in 1977, sits high on the land with nearby mountain views. Crafted by a master stonemason using rock pulled straight from the property, this home has been thoughtfully updated without losing its original character. Inside, you’ll find premium LVP flooring throughout, a remodeled kitchen with butcher block countertops and a farmhouse sink, fresh paint and shiplap wall installations, renovated bathrooms, new HVAC (2023), and upgrades to the pool and mechanical systems (2022/2023). Still, the home holds onto its roots, featuring stone fireplaces, hand-hewn exposed beams, and grasscloth walls that add texture and warmth. At the front of the property, a circa-1900 log cabin cottage has been restored on the exterior with a new copper metal roof (2023), doors, and windows, and is ready for your interior vision. It's the kind of guest space or retreat that invites creativity.
The land itself is where Stanley Acres really sets itself apart. More than 40 acres of pasture roll out like a landscape painting, flanked by over 45 acres of mixed timber, a spring-fed pond just shy of an acre, and multiple creeks and streams carving through the terrain. A wide creek and multiple tributaries flow into Leesville Lake, offering indirect water access that’s ideal for a small boat launch or a dry dock, much like you'd see on the ebbing tides in coastal Carolina regions. Well-maintained trails wind across the land, guiding you from woods to water, from hilltop to hidden clearing, where every turn feels like a new discovery. This is prime habitat, home to whitetail deer, turkey, ducks, geese, and the call of bobwhite quail echoing from the field edges.
Supporting it all are multiple outbuildings that provide both flexibility and utility: a 40x40 powered garage, three pole barns, older tobacco barns, and an 8-stall horse barn from the property’s former life as a working farm. Whether you’re envisioning equestrian use, event hosting, hobby farming, or simply keeping it wild, the bones are here—and they’re solid.
Stanley Acres is the kind of place that feels both hidden and connected. It sits quietly between the towns of Gretna and Altavista, with easy access to larger cities while still offering the freedom and space that only a property of this scale can provide. Its history runs deep, tied to the region’s farming and tobacco heritage.
- ~10 min to Leesville Lake Marina
- ~10 min to downtown Gretna, VA
- ~15 min to downtown Altavista, VA
- ~45 min to Smith Mountain Lake
- ~45 min to Danville, VA and Lynchburg, VA
- ~1 hr to South Boston, VA
- ~1 hr, 15 min to Roanoke, VA
Whether you’re searching for a legacy homestead, an outdoor recreational escape, a private venue, or a long-term investment in land you can truly enjoy, Stanley Acres is a rare offering. Properties like this don’t come around often. Schedule your private tour and see what it means to own a piece of Southern Virginia that’s as functional as it is unforgettable.
Shown by appointment only.
To schedule a showing or inquire about the property, please contact Justin Rolfe at 704-998-1013 or jrolfe@landandluxury.com
Get To Know the Area:
- Experience the Beauty of South-Central Virginia: Pittsylvania County beckons with its scenic lakes, bucolic landscapes, and welcoming community. Experience the beauty of all four seasons, from warm summers to mild winters, while enjoying proximity to regional attractions such as Leesville Lake and Smith Mountain Lake, among others.
- Get Back to Your Roots in Gretna, VA: the town of Gretna is known for its charming small-town atmosphere with one stoplight, restaurants acclaimed for their “home-cooked” meals, and residents who are accommodating and friendly.
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Vehicles and personal property pictures do not convey and are used for marketing purposes only. 2 total tracts included in the 110+/- acre listing. 4/2 listing bed/bath count encompasses the primary residence on the property.
