8552 Sweet Springs Valley Rd, Gap Mills, WV 24941

The Willows - Stately 2-story country home with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, on 2.75+/- acres with Second Creek and a pond on a property where natural beauty meets the echoes of history. Readily accessed on Route 3, ten minutes from Union. This picture-perfect columned home enjoys an idyllic setting in the rural community of Gap Mills. Bordered by willow trees and neighboring pines, with trout stocked Second Creek running through the backside of the yard and a wooded hillside behind it, the property conveys a feeling of charm, peace, and tranquility. Built in 1900, this home has been thoughtfully updated by its current owners. Enhancements include kitchen and bathroom renovations, new drywall, interior paint, and new flooring throughout. For backup heating, it also features two ventless gas heaters. The exterior of the home boasts white vinyl siding, black shutters, and a durable metal roof. The front entry is flanked by two attractive New Orleans gas lanterns though currently not operating, can be restorable to their original charm. A large covered front porch is complemented by an upstairs balcony, further enhancing the home's historic appeal. The first level includes the great room, kitchen, two bedrooms, a shared bath, a laundry room and a small bonus room. The second level has two large bedrooms and a shared bath. The living area is a wood-paneled corner room with 4 windows, a ceiling fan, and luxury vinyl wood flooring. The adjacent kitchen features laminated counters with a realistic-looking granite-type surface and a stainless-steel sink. The cabinetry is natural wood. Appliances include a Maytag refrigerator-freezer, an LG electric range and a Hotpoint dishwasher. The kitchen exits to a small back porch overlooking the yard, including apple trees, Second Creek and pond. The two bedrooms on the main level are similar in size and share a hallway bath with a shower-tub and solid surface vanity. The laundry room has Maytag appliances and a handy utility sink. A staircase in the entryway leads to the second level, where the landing provides access to the balcony overlooking the front yard. There are two large upstairs bedrooms with ceiling fans. One is paneled in wood and carpeted; the other needs similar finishing touches. The utility basement can be accessed by either a door in the kitchen or an outside entry in the rear. The home enjoys a truly exceptional setting, with evergreens, Japanese cherry trees, weeping willows, a grapevine, fruit trees and flower beds. The spacious yard has a stocked trout stream - Second Creek - running through the bottom of the property. A pond in the yard is fed by this stream. There's plenty of room for gardening, and lots of play space for privacy, entertaining and pets. The rural community of Gap Mills has several interesting general stores, including the popular Cheese and More, run by local Mennonites. Nearby attractions include Moncove Lake State Park for fishing, boating and outdoor activities, and the Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory, an impressive spot in the Jefferson National Forest for watching migrating hawks, eagles, falcons and ospreys. With this home's location it could be the perfect weekend retreat or residential hideaway. This home stands amid the same rolling hills that shaped one of America's noteworthy military figures, Lieutenant Andrew Rowan. His story adds a special layer of heritage to this already captivating propertyoffering not only a peaceful retreat, but also a meaningful connection to the area's proud history. The Monroe County seat of Union is just a 10-minute drive to the west, and the Greenbrier County towns of Lewisburg, Ronceverte and White Sulphur Springs are 45 minutes away. Location 8552 Sweet Springs Valley Road Gap Mills WV 24941 Greenbrier County Latitude: 37° 33' 51" N Longitude: 80° 24' 45" W Elevation: 2330 feet Schools: Mountain View Elementary School Mountain View Middle School James Monroe High School Home Information 2 Story Year Built: 1900 Square Feet: Main Level Square Feet: Upper-Level Square Feet: Lower-Level Square Feet: Total Rooms: 7 Total Bedrooms: 4 Full Bathrooms: 2 Lot: 2.75+/- acres Siding: Vinyl Foundation: Concrete block Roof: Metal Floor: Manufactured Wood, Carpet HVAC: Electric Heat Pump Kitchen Countertops: Granite-styled laminate Utilities Water: City Sewer: Septic Items to Convey: Refrigerator-Freezer, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, ceiling fans Legal and Tax Information Monroe County Sweet Springs District Map: 29 Parcel: 2 Deed Book: 313 Page: 758