The Smith River in Franklin and Henry Counties is one of the state’s most unique trout fisheries. The cold water
released from Philpott Dam provides miles of quality trout water and offers excellent fishing opportunities throughout the year. Approximately 31 miles from Philpott Dam downstream to State Route 636 (Mitchell Bridge) are special regulation brown trout waters.
The section of the Smith River north of Mitchell Bridge is known as the big trout waters!!!!!! The Smith River was named one of the best fishing rivers in Southwestern Virginia by the readers of Virginia Living Magazine.
Access trails have been placed on the property that can be used to access the interior and river frontage by using four wheelers, side by sides, golf carts or bring your horse or strap up those hiking boots and come explore this beautiful property. Tracts 4-10 access road is gravel and you can drive any vehicle on this road for the rest please use four wheelers or hike.
- Great location close to Martinsville Speedway. How about racing on the river camp ground!!
- Take a good look investors this parcel has great development potential with over 20,000’ of river frontage and long state road frontage.
- These are prime building and recreational tracts. If you are looking for privacy, hunting or fishing look no further.
Tract | Acreage (±) | Smith River Frontage (±) |
1 | 38.2 | – |
2 | 33.7 | – |
3 | 18 | – |
4 | 30.1 | – |
5 | 51.1 | – |
6 | 104.1 | 555’ |
7 | 92.0 | 2,026’ |
8 | 114.3 | 3,606’ |
9 | 85.8 | 1,959’ |
10 | 92.8 | 1,688’ |
11 | 36.7 | 1,354’ |
12 | 37.1 | 730’ |
13 | 26.8 | – |
14 | 44.2 | 1,243’ |
15 | 143.2 | 7,361’ |
16 | 146 | 2,661’ |
17 | 144 | – |
Note: Access roads and view trails have been provided, if wet conditions exist, please walk
Property Location
Put 2900 Mitchell Road, Ridgeway, Virginia in your phone and that will put you right in the middle of the property. Watch for auction signs.
Broker Participation
Any broker actively licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia whose agent properly registers the successful high bidder will be paid a two percent (2%) commission at settlement by the Seller. Registration must be on a Woltz & Associates, Inc. Broker Participation Application form and contain the name, address and signature of agent and prospect as well as Broker’s license number and Federal Tax ID number. The form must be received in the office of Woltz & Associates, Inc. by 12:00 noon on November 16, 2022. If prospect attends preview, agent must attend with prospect. Additionally, agent must attend sale and co-register with prospect on auction day. Only the first broker to register the high bidder will be paid a commission. Agents acting as principals, on behalf of licensed real estate agents, on behalf of family members, on behalf of entities in which they hold an ownership interest or who represent prospects who have had prior contact with seller or auction company are not eligible. Only one registered bidder per agent.
Terms & Conditions of Auction
REGISTRATION: Bids will be accepted only from registered bidders. Registration begins at 10:00 AM. Please bring a driver’s license for identification.
AUCTION SALE: This auction is subject to approval by the circuit court of Henry County. All sales approved by the court are final: All property is auctioned “AS IS, WHERE IS” with all faults in its condition at the time of sale without recourse by way of refund, reduction of the purchase price, or otherwise. Bidders should perform such independent investigation with respect to the property as they deem necessary or appropriate.
FINANCING: Your bidding and purchase of the property is NOT CONDITIONAL UPON FINANCING. Be sure you have arranged financing, if needed, and are capable of paying cash at closing.
LIABILITY: Bidders inspecting property enter at their own risk. Auction Company assumes no risk for bodily injury or damage to personal property.
BIDDING: Qualified bidders may bid on individual tracts or any grouping of tracts. The auctioneer will determine all bid increments. All decisions by the auctioneer regarding bid acceptance are final.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Announcements on day of sale take precedence over all prior releases, verbal and written, concerning this auction sale.
BUYER’S PREMIUM: The Buyer’s Premium on the real estate is 5% of the high bid amount. The Buyer’s Premium will be added to the high bid to determine the final sale price.
AGENCY: THE AUCTION COMPANY AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES REPRESENT THE SELLER.
REAL ESTATE DEPOSIT: A deposit in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the contract sale price will be required on day of sale. The deposit is payable by cash, cashier’s check, or pre-approved personal check payable to Woltz & Associates, Inc. Escrow Account. Personal checks will be approved if the Buyer presents a bank letter stating that the Buyer is a customer of the bank and the checking account is in good standing.
REAL ESTATE DEED: The real estate will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed free and clear of liens, subject, however, to any rights of way, easements and restrictions of record. The balance of the purchase price is due at settlement 45 days after court approval of sale. Sale subject to final court approval. There will be no assigning of tracts or deeds between bidders. Tracts will be deeded in the manner purchased at the auction.
BOUNDARY LINES: Boundaries on aerial photos and topo maps are approximate. Refer to survey for exact boundary locations.
GENERAL: The information contained in this brochure is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. No liability for its accuracy, error, or omissions is assumed by the Seller or the Auction Company.