ATTENTION HOMESTEADERS - Welcome to Laurel Fork House, a stunning Award Winning Passive Solar design mountain home situated on an expansive 72.37-acre property in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia. This exceptionally well-built, 1.5-story farmhouse-style home offers 1,965 sq. ft. of heated living space, combining modern amenities with rustic charm and breathtaking natural surroundings. The main level features an open floor plan with a spacious kitchen, dining room, and living room, perfect for entertaining or cozy family gatherings. Large front windows allow for panoramic views from every room. This level also includes a laundry room, a master bedroom with an ensuite bath, a second bedroom, and an additional full bath, all featuring solid wood interior doors that add to the home's craftsmanship and warmth. Upstairs, a versatile loft awaits, ideal for use as a home office, reading nook, or hobby space with storage under the eaves for added convenience. The basement level offers even more living space, with a bonus area at the bottom of the stairs, a cozy den, a third bedroom, a full bath, and a storage/utility room. This property features a fenced-in courtyard beside the house, which includes a wooden deck, raised beds, and a curving brick wall—perfect for growing a variety of organic vegetables, herbs, and flowers. The land itself is gently rolling, with hills, fields, and forests surrounding the home, creating an incredibly private and serene setting. Wildlife is abundant, making this property a haven for nature lovers and hunters alike. A Pond, Spring fed branch and Tory Creek adds to the property's appeal and Homestead possibilities, while the barn (housing 3 miniature donkeys) and some fencing and cross fencing offers options for hobby farming or livestock. Whether you are seeking a full-time residence, a week-end get-a-way or an investment in a quiet, natural paradise, this property offers it all. Some fencing and cross fencing.