109 +/- Acres w/3 BR/2 BA Farm House, Outbuildings & Grapevines/Vineyard--Essex County, VA

We are honored to market and sell this desirable 109 +/- acres located in historic Essex County, VA.  Only a short drive from the Rappahannock River, this property is located only 5 miles off of Rt. 17, and has great potential to continue the vineyard operation, estate lots, livestock/farming and more!!  Invest in an appreciating asset and Bid Your Price!!

Live On-Site Auction w/Live Real Time Online Simulcast Bidding for Your Convenience!!

Property Tour:  Saturday, February 20 @ 11am SHARP.  Please contact Craig Damewood (703-303-4760) for more information.

• 109.4 +/- acres zoned A-1 w/2,190' +/- of road frontage
• 3 BR/2 BA farm house (circa 1750)
• This home has 2,700 +/- finished sf. featuring an eat-in kitchen, living room, dining room, finished walk-out basement and attic (potential for extra living space)
• Several porches w/ one being glass enclosed
• Hardwood flooring on 2 levels
• Heating:  electric forced air; 6 fireplaces; Cooling:  central AC on main floor & basement; window units upstairs (no HVAC on upstairs level)
• Well & septic system; electric water heater
• Gravel driveway; 8' deer fencing around vineyard; abundant wildlife
• Grapes & Vineyard:  26 +/- acres of potential vineyard w/trellis system.  There are currently 8 +/- acres of viable grapes.  Soil Analysis Report can be found in the "Documents" section above.  Additional information can be provided upon request.
• Irrigation system on the property (condition unknown)
• In the past, there has been corn planted on the property and the farmer is open, if the new owner desires, to continue this relationship.
• There is a mobile home (livable but in need of repair) on the property w/separate well & septic system
• Several outbuildings to include a machine shed w/2 side bays, well house, large barn (in need of repair), metal carport, 53' sea container
• This property is just 5 miles off of Rt. 17, and is located 16 miles from Tappahannock, 19 miles from Rt. 301/Bowling Green, 40 miles from Fredericksburg and 50 miles from Richmond!!
• Tax Map:  17-5; Deed Book:  318/8933; Zoning:  A-1 Click HERE for zoning uses; Yearly County real estate taxes:  $4,430.72 (agricultural use); Home was built in 1750 and last remodeled in 1985 (brick & wood siding); WE GUARANTEE A FREE & CLEAR DEED
• Only $200,000 Starting Bid!!

FOR REALTORS:  if you have been working with a Realtor, please have them click here and complete their broker participation form.  In order for the Realtor to be compensated, broker forms must be completed and submitted no later than 5 pm on 3/3/21, and all terms adhered to.

TERMS:  $20,000 deposit is due immediately after confirmation of final bid and the balance due at closing within 30 days (unless prior written arrangements have been made by contacting Craig Damewood (703-303-4760).   Deposits must be in the form of a cashier's check or certified check (from a US bank) made payable to yourself.   A 10% buyer's premium will be added to the final bid, and will become a part of the purchase price. Property sold in as-is condition, and is not contingent upon buyer's financing, condition of property, appraisal, inspection, etc.  Pre-approved (no later than 5 pm on 3/3/21) broker participation is compensated. Auctioneer's Note: All information and dimensions were derived from sources believed to be correct, but are not guaranteed. Buyers shall rely on their own information, judgment, and inspection of the property. All auction day announcements take precedence over any previously printed material or any other oral statements made.

We are happy to offer online/simulcast bidding for bidders who cannot physically attend the live auction event. Please understand and agree that online bidding will only be allowed if the buyer is physically NOT on site at the live auction. Online bidding will NOT be allowed if you are physically in attendance at the live auction event. 

ADDITIONAL TERMS for THOSE PLANNING TO BID LIVE ONLINE
In addition to the above terms and conditions, Please read below if you are participating and registered for LIVE ONLINE SIMULCAST BIDDNG

• Contact the auction coordinator (his or her name and contact number is on the NichollsAuction.com site under the auction you are bidding on) immediately if you need additional information.
• Bidder Verification: The identity of all bidders will be and must be verified (via phone, email or text).  Bidding rights are provisional, and if complete verification is not possible, Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc. will reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated.
• At the close of the auction, and seller confirmation, the successful bidder will be emailed or given the contract package to execute and return to Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc. The successful bidder’s earnest money deposit must be in the form of cashier’s or certified check (United States Bank) or wire transfer to Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc. The entirety of the remaining balance is due at closing. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees.
• Contract Packages will be sent by e-mail or hand delivered to the high bidder, who must execute and hand deliver, email, fax or overnight mail back to Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., within 24 hours of receipt. If the successful bidder does not execute and return their contract with earnest money deposit within 24 hours of receipt they will be considered in default and subject to legal action. This is a legal binding contract.
• In the event a winning bidder fails to submit the signed ’Contract for Sale of Real Property’ and deposit earnest money as provided in the pre-stipulated Auction Terms, the winning bidder will be charged an administrative fee of $20,000.00 on the credit card provided at auction registration. Additional default remedies are reserved by Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., and the Seller as provided in the Auction Terms & Conditions and the ‘Contract of Purchase’. All administrative fees are non refundable.
• Any reliance on the contents shall be solely at the recipient’s risk. Bidders must conduct and rely solely upon their own investigations and inspections. The property is being sold ’AS IS’ with any and all faults. Please review all information supplied, and seek appropriate assistance prior to bidding.
• Technical Issues: Neither the company providing the software nor the auction company shall be held responsible for a missed bid or the failure of the software to function properly for any reason.  In the unfortunate event of a DDOS attack or server attack/shut down, the auction company reserves the right, but is not required, to extend bidding time.  To minimize the chance of being affected by internet or software issues, please use the “Max Bid” feature.  Please contact Tim Peters/Bid Wrangler @ 844-296-8727 if you need assistance with the online bidding platform.