1172 Lickinghole Rd

Goochland, VA 23063

Country Retreat on THE JAMES RIVER! Enjoy life on The James with a combined 8.31 acres of park-like property on 2 separate parcels. The residence & SALT WATER POOL are located on parcel A - 4.6 Acres, Parcel B is 3.7 acres with 131 feet of Scenic river frontage, a large fenced garden, and perfect area to fish and relax under the huge Sycamore trees. The property includes a meandering creek, a trail through the woods, open grass land , community boat ramp, picnic area; an absolute WONDERLAND for kids big and small to explore! The home was built by a builder for his personal residence with custom details throughout. This transitional farmhouse with a large covered front porch welcomes you into a 2-story foyer with double staircases bright and airy with 9+ foot ceilings throughout the main floor. The 38' x 18' heated, salt water POOL with stamped concrete surround patio has great potential for family fun and entertaining. The spacious eat-in kitchen with center island opens to family room with impressive natural stone fireplace. Large windows throughout the home overlook the pool, upper-level deck & the natural wooded spaces beyond. The formal rooms flow together with a large casement opening between living and dining rooms each with bay windows. On the second level you will find a 21 by 20 primary suite with vaulted ceiling that includes 2 walk-in closets, an open study/reading room w built-ins & a large primary bath w Jacuzzi tub, tiled shower, and a double vanity. There are 3 more bedrooms and a utility/ laundry room on the second floor. Full walk-out basement with 8+ foot ceilings, multiple windows and 2 sets of French doors that open to the patio & pool complex. Most of the basement is dedicated to a rec/ media room with plenty of space for a pool table. Additional rooms include a full bath, work-out room (possible 5th bedroom & a bonus room/office). Nearby Goochland Courthouse offers a YMCA, library, shopping and restaurants as well as a breweries and a cidery. James River Landing is accessed by a quiet private gravel road. The shared riverside common area is complete with a boat ramp, grills, and picnic area. The Goochland Co school bus pick-up is 1.7 miles away at Marlin Rd. Close by Goochland Court House is a charming village that is becoming more and more popular in part due to their progressive school system. Unique opportunity for those looking for a country setting with private access to the Historic James River that flows through downtown Richmond and on to the Chesapeake Bay.