Sold 144± Acres

Taylor County

144± Acres In 2 Tracts In Taylor County – Farmhouse, Land And Wildlife Retreat

4778 THORNTON PIKE Thornton, WV 26440

Description

Live and Online at Ranchandfarmauctions.com

Auction Date: 10/16/2025

Auction Time: 1:00 PM ET

Auction Held At: Tygart Lake Lodge, 1240 Paul E. Malone Rd, Grafton, WV 26354

Open House dates and times: TBD


Entire Farm Description:

Two Prime Land Tracts in Taylor County, WV – Farmhouse, Hunting, Recreation, and Investment Potential!

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to bid on two exceptional tracts of land being offered at public auction in the heart of Taylor County, West Virginia. Whether you’re seeking a charming country home with acreage, a recreational retreat, or a timber-filled investment property, these parcels deliver unmatched versatility, location, and potential. With existing infrastructure, abundant wildlife, and close proximity to Tygart Lake, these properties are ready for your vision. Bid and buy—opportunities like this don’t come often!


Tract 1 – 40± Acres with Farmhouse, Barn, and Homestead Features

This 40± acre property blends classic Appalachian charm with endless potential. The 4-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse, built in 1921, offers 1,700± sq ft of living space with city water, electric, propane, and two wells already in place. The property includes a barn, mature apple trees, raised garden beds, and a small greenhouse—perfect for farming, livestock, or self-sufficient living. A balanced mix of open and wooded ground provides room for crops, grazing, or future building sites.

Key Features:

-Livable farmhouse with functional layout and renovation potential

-Barn for livestock, storage, or equipment

-Established gardens, an apple orchard, and a greenhouse

-Abundant wildlife and scenic rural views

This is a unique chance to own a turn-key homestead with utilities ready to go—perfect for buyers who value country living, farming opportunities, and West Virginia land ownership.


Tract 2 – 104± Acres of All Wooded Land with Electric & Trails

This expansive 104± acre wooded tract is a recreational paradise with on-site electric service, a gated entrance, and an internal trail system for easy access throughout the property. Located less than 10 miles from Tygart Lake, this land offers incredible hunting, hiking, and ATV riding opportunities, plus multiple potential building sites for your dream cabin or home.

Key Features:

-Fully wooded acreage with diverse habitat for abundant wildlife

-Electric service in place, utilities nearby

-Gated entrance for security and privacy

-Existing road/trail network for ATVs, hiking, or property management

-Ideal for hunting, recreation, or potential development

Whether you’re seeking a weekend escape, a hunting retreat, or an investment in West Virginia timberland, this property checks all the boxes.


Don’t Miss Out – Bid and Own in Taylor County!

Opportunities like this are rare—whether you want a move-in-ready farmhouse, prime hunting and recreational acreage, or a secure land investment, these Taylor County tracts deliver it all. Bid live or online for your chance to own part of West Virginia’s beauty and heritage. Mark your calendar and register to bid today—when the auction ends, so does your chance to buy!


Taxes: TBD

Lease Status: No lease

Possession: Immediate possession

Survey needed?: Yes, a survey is needed if two buyers

Lat/Lon: 39.33302, -79.93254

Zip Code: 26440


Summary

Address

4778 THORNTON PIKE

Thornton, WV 26440

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Land Type

Ranch and Farm, Auction

Property Type

Farms, Ranches, Undeveloped Land

Land and Farm Property Types

Agriculture - Farm, Agriculture - Pasture/Ranch, Land - Undeveloped

Details



Other

Coordinates

39.33302, -79.93254

Annual Taxes

$0

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