Mini homestead or short term rental opportunity nestled on 7.1 private acres in the heart of Nelson County! This thoughtfully designed home offers the perfect blend of sustainability, comfort, or income potential. Conveniently located near award-winning wineries and breweries, and just a short drive to Charlottesville, The home features one bedroom with septic capacity for a second bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, and an inviting living space highlighted by wall-to-wall windows that bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. Enjoy morning coffee from the charming country front porch. Designed with modern efficiency in mind, the property includes a cistern water system with UV filtration, three mini-split units for year-round comfort, and a separate sub-panel making the home solar and generator ready. Stylish metal roof! Kitchen offers all the modern conveniences, and a full-sized stackable washer and dryer convey! A long, meandering driveway winds alongside a creek before arriving at the elevated homesite, surrounded by mature trees that provide exceptional privacy. Adding character and warmth is a unique vintage railroad caboose wood stove creating a one of a kind living experience. No HOA restrictions make the possibilities endless!