For sale

$89,000

8.18 acres

Valley Church RoadHopewell, PA 16650

Land and lots · MLS 11740284 · Listed 177 days ago (May 6, 2026)

22 mi straight line to Blue Knob All Seasons Resort (alpine resort) · Ski access details

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About this land

This is a nice property to begin making some great memories for generations to come. Formerly a cherished family reunion site tucked away in the northeastern part of beautiful Bedford County along a secondary road. Travel is convenient with the Turnpike only 11 miles to the south. The property is comprised of two separately deeded tracts of land, with 1.88 acres on the west side of Valley Church Road. This section includes a picnic pavilion, and an open grassy area ideal for tent camping and recreation. The 1,943 square foot pavilion measures 29' X 67'. It could accommodate up to 150 people. It was built around 1986 out of hemlock lumber sawn from the family sawmill. Heavy duty telephone poles serve as posts. The floor is gravel. Thirteen picnic tables are in place ready for your first picnic. Just in front of the pavilion is the 17' X 17' pavilion that served as the ice cream stand. The site is primarily level, with a small wooded section in the back of the property, it also has a nice gravel parking area in the front. There are white oak and pine trees providing shade. Electric is available. A northern portion of the property lies within the floodplain as mapped by FEMA. The second parcel of land consisting of 6.371 acres lies on the east side of Valley Church Road. The property has 2300 feet of road frontage along Valley Church Road and Sherman Valley Road. The property is all wooded with a slight grade. It is primarily stocked with white oak, red oak, and other miscellaneous species. There are some trees of mature size. This section of the property could be explored as a home or cabin site. The buyer would need to explore an on lot septic system and drilling a water well. A big benefit of the 6.371 acre tract is it borders Buchannon State Forest. Walk out your back door into the big woods of Buchannon. Buchanan State Forest offers a diverse array of outdoor activities, including: ATV Riding, Biking, Boating, Skiing, Hunting, Fishing, Golfing, Hang Gliding, Kayaking, Canoeing, Rock Climbing, and Snowmobiling. The location of this property offers other recreation opportunities as well. Five miles from the property is the Hopewell trailhead for the Huntingdon and Broad Top Rail Trail. The trail offers 12 miles for hiking or biking. Also in Hopewell is the Raystown Branch Juniata River. It offers canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. Raystown Lake is only 27 miles northeast from the property. Nearby is State Game Land #261, consisting of 3,220 acres. If it is your time to buy dirt, dig in and take a look at this unique property as a potential home site, weekend cabin retreat, old fashion camping, and an investment into outdoor family times. Whatever oil, gas, and mineral rights the Seller owns will transfer with the property. Property is sold "as is where is". Sherman's Shade - A place to unwind!

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.

Nearby ski areas with straight-line distance
Ski areaTypeStraight-line distanceMeasured to
Blue Knob All Seasons ResortPA · homes near itAlpine resort22 miVisitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead
Whitetail ResortPA · homes near itAlpine resort29 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)

Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 6:22 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 Ron Westover of Timberland Realty.

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Facts

List price
$89,000
Status
For sale
Property type
Land and lots
Lot size
8.18 acres
County
Bedford County
MLS number
11740284

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Location

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Price and status history

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    $17,800
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    Estimated monthly payment

    $549 per month

    Principal and interest$450
    Property tax$74
    Homeowners insurance$25
    Loan amount$71,200
    Total interest over the term$90,812

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    Questions to ask before you buy

    Good questions for any home near the slopes.

    1. 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.
    2. 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.
    3. 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.
    4. 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.
    5. 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.
    6. 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.

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    Guides and next steps

    Listing courtesy of Timberland Realty. Listing agent: Ron Westover. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

    Listing updated Oct 30, 2026, 11:25 AM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.