$1,800,000
405 Wood MountainGlen Jean, WV 25846
Land and lots · MLS 11244391 · Listed 989 days ago (Feb 14, 2024)
23 mi straight line to Winterplace Ski Resort (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
23-ACRE COMMERCIAL SITE ON U.S. 19 Adjoining the US-19 expressway in southern West Virginia, this 23-acre woodland tract with commercial-grade utilities boasts high visibility, high accessibility, and unmatched proximity to principal tourist attractions. More than 19,000 motor vehicles pass daily, including more than 3,000 trucks. Two million tourists visit the region annually, vacationing at the National Scout Reserve and the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The property shares utility infrastructure with the U.S. National Guard Armory and includes high-capacity water, sewerage, electric power, and priority road maintenance. Visitation is predicted to grow as the national park economy matures. HIGHLIGHTS & ATTRIBUTES 23-acre tract (+/-) High expressway access High visibility from the expressway Commercial-grade utilities Priority maintained access Proximity to I-77, I-64 Proximity to the National Park Proximity to National Scout Reserve 12 miles south of New River Gorge Bridge LOCATION Google Coordinates: 37.924353, -81.159861 Address: Wood Mountain Road, Glen Jean, WV 25846. (No street address is assigned to properties without structures.) Elevation Range: 1,714 to 1,979 feet above sea level MINERAL RESOURCES The owners deed says that the ownership is SURFACE ONLY. West Virginia is one of the states in the U.S. that has two ownership titles, those being SURFACE RIGHTS and MINERAL RIGHTS. The minerals and mineral rights have been excepted and reserved in the owners deed. BOUNDARIES AND SURVEY The property is being sold by the boundary and not by the acre. UTILITIES Water: W.Va. Water Co. (eight-inch line) Electricity: American Electric Power (three-phase) Natural Gas: Mountaineer Gas Co. Internet: High-speed service available Fire Service: Mount Hope and Oak Hill Fire Department Cell: 5G coverage by several carriers Sewer: White Oak Public Service District ACCESS/FRONTAGE The property is accessed by frontage on Wood Mountain Road (CR 19/36) and an additional strip of access land at the propertys northern boundary. ZONING Fayette County is subject to some zoning and subdivision regulations. All prospective buyers should consult the Fayette County Commission and the Fayette County Health Department for details regarding zoning, building codes, and installation of septic systems. PROPERTY TYPE/USE SUMMARY The property is mostly forestland with some open fields. DEED and TAX INFORMATION Deed Information: A portion of DB 340 Pg. 225 Fayette County, West Virginia Acreage: 23 acres +/- Real Estate Tax ID/Acreage/Taxes: Fayette County (10), West Virginia Plateau District (2) Tax Map 37 Parcel 51; Class 3 2023 Real Estate Taxes: $279.78 DRIVE TIMES Though in a rural area, Glen Jean and the property are located near the center of the eastern U.S. The following mileage and drive time estimates are based on Google calculations. LOCAL DESTINATIONS 0.8 miles to Summit Bechtel Reserve 3 miles to national park boundary 5 minutes to City of Oak Hill 5 minutes to City of Mount Hope 5 minutes to I-77, I-64 10 minutes to Town of Fayetteville 10 minutes to New River Gorge Bridge 15 minutes to City of Beckley 20 minutes to Town of Pax 30 minutes to Summersville Lake 30 minutes to Winterplace Ski Resort 35 minutes to Town of Summersville 50 minutes to City of Hinton 60 minutes to I-79 60 minutes to City of Charleston REGIONAL U.S. DESTINATIONS 50 miles to Charleston, West Virginia 90 miles to Blacksburg, Virginia 100 miles to Huntington, West Virginia 130 miles to Clarksburg, West Virginia 160 miles to Morgantown, West Virginia 170 miles to Winston-Salem, North Carolina 200 miles to Charlottesville, Virginia 215 miles to Columbus, Ohio 215 miles to Charlotte, North Carolina 225 miles to Lexington, Kentucky 225 miles to Knoxville, Tennessee 230 miles to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 250 miles to Cincinnati, Ohio 260 miles to Richmond, Virginia 300 miles to Cleveland, Ohio 315 miles to Washington, D.C. 350 miles to Baltimore, Maryland 350 miles to Erie, Pennsylvania 450 miles to Atlanta, Georgia Investment Highlights Valuable land tract The Nation's newest park, The New River Gorge National Park High Traffic Count Great visibility Right at an interchange
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winterplace Ski ResortWV · homes near it | Alpine resort | 23 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 5:57 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Randy Burdette of Foxfire Realty.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $1,800,000
- Original list price
- $2,000,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 23 acres
- County
- Fayette County
- MLS number
- 11244391
- Annual property tax (2023)
- $279
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Land details
- Water source
- Public (WaterSource)
Features
Water
- Public (Water Source)
Sewer
- Other
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Glen Jean.
Price and status history
- Original list price reported by the brokerage: $2,000,000
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
$9,650 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of Foxfire Realty. Listing agent: Randy Burdette. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Jan 5, 2026, 3:54 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.