H.T.Harmon Mill / Epperly Mill / Blue Ridge Mill--FOR SALE
Floyd Co. | Virginia | USA
Watersource: Dodd Creek.
H.T.Harmon Mill / Epperly Mill / Blue Ridge Mill--FOR SALE
One mile southwest of Floyd on US 221, turn left onto Sh 720 and go 0.5 miles to the mill on the right.
The mill has been well cared for since it was built around 1900. Recently, the all wood exterior has been treated with sealant and the metal roof recoated. The entire building has all new electrical wiring and plumbing.
The mill building is 3 stories with a stone foundation. The creekside foundation is comparable to a complete story. It's 4,500 square feet of artisan craftsmanship on 700 feet of Dodd Creek.
Each floor can function as a separate apartment with beamed ceilings, full kitchen, bath, bedroom, bonus room, washer/dryer and individual hot water heater and thermostat on each floor. The deck is built atop the stone mill wheel support is one of many great viewing and listening spots.
Stone path leading to the stone walled mill race near the former dam across Dodd Creek. Epperly Mill Road/Sh 720 was named for a Mr. Epperly, the original mill builder and operator, according to his great grandson, John David Epperly.
Much of the land lays well with the creek, very walkable and accented with historic stone walls, paths, blueberries, blackberries, towering walnut trees, herbs and wildflowers.
Running along the entire crest of the vaulted ceiling is part of the original mill mechanisms, a line shaft complete with pulleys and a partial belt, showcased in the bedroom through a skylight.
Has been fully rented for about $1,400 per month with taxes $162.00/year in Floyd County, Virginia. Heat is separate for each floor, propane and electric baseboard. A large woodstove is on both the 1st and 2nd floors. Electric hot water heaters on each floor. Serviced by a private well and septic system. Back decks overlook Dodd Creek.
The 1.67 plus or minus acres lies along 700 feet of Dodd Creek. It's 20-30 feet wide, rocky, noisy, and fishy. Information taken from realty website.