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Madison County, VA Real Estate
If you are interested in Madison County real estate for sale in Virginia, our Madison/VA real estate experts can address your home and property needs. Our experienced team has an exceptional understanding of the market, particularly in the picturesque north-central area of Central Virginia, which is home to diverse Madison County real estate options:
- Farms and Land for Sale in Madison County, VA
- Madison County Historic Homes for Sale in Virginia
- New homes for Sale in Madison County, VA
Think of Virginia Estates as your official guide to “Madison County Real Estate in Virginia.”
Madison Attractions
So, what makes this county so special? For starters, the Shenandoah National Park and the Rapidan Wildlife Management Area are situated in Madison County. In addition, a section of Skyline Drive meanders through Madison. This National Scenic Byway extends 105 miles north and south, from near the town of Front Royal to Waynesboro, along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park. It is the only public road through the park and receives approximately 2 million visitors each year.
The Shenandoah National Park passes through sections of eight counties, which are listed below from northeast to southwest:
- Warren County
- Page County
- Rockingham County
- Augusta County
- Rappahannock County
- Madison County
- Greene County
- Albemarle County
Approximately 101 miles of the famous Appalachian Trail reside in the park, with more than 500 miles of trails. One of the most popular trails, Old Rag Mountain in Madison County, is a challenging hike offering some of the most magnificent views in Virginia. In addition to hiking and bicycling, Madison County is also well known for scenic waterfalls, fly-fishing, horseback riding, and dog-friendly camping.
Madison County Fly-Fishing in Virginia
Madison County fly-fishing is legendary thanks to the Rapidan River, the most famous wild trout stream in the Commonwealth with special regulations: catch-and-release, artificial, barbless, single-hook lures only. Many fly-anglers fish for native brook trout along this beautiful river and end up at Rapidan Camp, the summer retreat established by President and Mrs. Herbert Hoover.
The Rose River, another stream within the boundaries of the Shenandoah National Park, also offers excellent trout fishing. Websites and fly-fishing guidebooks are full of information on the native trout that inhabit the cool waters that flow in the dark mountain hollows of the region.
Vineyards and Wineries in Madison County, Virginia
There are two large-scale vineyards/wineries in Madison County:
- Prince Michel
- Sweely Estate
Castle Gruen is another winery featuring gorgeous scenery. The Foothills Scenic Wine Trail features two small, family-run wineries: DuCard Vineyards and Sharp Rock Vineyards. Sharp Rock is located just over the border in Rappahannock County.
Graves Mountain Resort in Syria, Madison County is well known for apple picking and the Apple Harvest Festival in October, and the Graves Mountain Bluegrass Festival in May.
Contact a Shenandoah Real Estate Agent Today
If you are interested homes for sale in Madison County, Virginia, contact Rick Walden and the team at Virginia Estates. Our realtors and agents list some of the most beautiful properties in Madison County and are true experts in the region.
Call (877) 646-8800 or e-mail an agent today: rick@virginiaestates.com.