Lynchburg, Virginia has carried the nickname “Hill City” since the mid-1800s, built across seven distinct hills rising from the banks of the James River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s a city with an outsized historical footprint — Thomas Jefferson called it “the most interesting spot in Virginia” and made his retirement home at nearby Poplar Forest, and Lynchburg briefly served as the capital of Virginia during the final days of the Confederacy in April 1865. In the Dreaming Creek subdivision just outside the city, an unusually large 8-bedroom, 5-bathroom estate spanning 7,214 square feet on 6.03 acres is now listed at $400,000.
Note: this property is selling at auction. The $400,000 figure is a suggested starting bid, not a fixed sale price — the final price will be determined at a live auction on August 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with both in-person and online bidding available. Pre-auction offers are also being encouraged, so buyers interested in the property don’t necessarily have to wait for auction day.
A Genuinely Massive Floor Plan
Built in 1993, this contemporary-style home spans three or more levels and is sized more like a small lodge than a standard single-family house. Eight bedrooms are spread across the first, second, and third floors, including a primary suite on the third level with a walk-in closet and full bath. The second floor holds a formal dining room and living room, each a substantial 16×35 feet, alongside a family room and additional bedrooms — giving the home multiple distinct gathering spaces rather than one central living area trying to do everything.
Perhaps the standout feature: two full kitchens, plus a finished, heated basement apartment with its own exterior entry and walk-out access. That combination makes the home genuinely flexible — a multi-generational household, a rental unit, an in-law suite, or simply separate space for guests, all without sacrificing the main living areas upstairs. Two fireplaces, a great room, a main-level den, and a main-level bedroom round out a floor plan built for a large household or serious entertaining.
Built-In Sustainability
Heating runs through a heat pump system with solar power assist and a wood stove as backup — an unusual and genuinely useful mix for a home this size, since 7,214 square feet is expensive to heat through any single method alone. Flooring throughout mixes carpet, ceramic tile, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and vinyl plank depending on the room, and the home includes a pantry, a separate laundry room, a central vacuum system, and drapes on the windows throughout.
Six Acres, Landscaped and Near the Green
The 6.03-acre lot is landscaped rather than left wild, with underground utilities already in place and mature trees, walking trails, and outdoor entertaining spaces called out specifically in the listing. The property sits near a golf course, and a covered garden area plus multiple porches — front, rear, and side — extend the living space outdoors. A three-car garage and additional off-street parking handle vehicles, while a separate storage building and workshop give the property genuine utility beyond just square footage.
The Practical Details
The home runs on city water and sewer — a notable convenience for a property this large on 6 acres — with electric service through AEP/Appalachian Power and cable connections available. Annual property taxes come in at $5,459, reflecting the home’s size and the surrounding Dreaming Creek subdivision. At $55 per square foot, the price reflects genuinely exceptional value for the sheer amount of finished, heated living space on offer.
The Numbers
| Price | $400,000 suggested starting bid ($55/sq ft) — sold at live auction |
| Auction Date | August 5, 2026, 11:00 AM (live + online bidding) |
| Location | 114 Buckingham Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502 |
| Home Size | 7,214 sq ft |
| Bedrooms / Bathrooms | 8 / 5 (4 full, 1 half) |
| Lot Size | 6.03 acres, landscaped |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| Water / Sewer | City / city |
| Heating | Heat pump, solar assist, wood stove |
| Kitchens | Two |
| Basement | Finished, heated apartment with walk-out access |
| Garage | 3-car |
| Subdivision | Dreaming Creek |
| Annual Taxes | $5,459 |
Why Lynchburg
Lynchburg blends deep Virginia history with the practical amenities of a mid-sized city — home to five colleges and universities including Liberty University and Randolph College, along with historic sites like Poplar Forest and the Anne Spencer House. For a buyer specifically searching for a large, multi-generational home or an entertaining-focused property near a golf course, this part of Lynchburg offers small-city convenience with genuine acreage and privacy just minutes away.
Interested in touring 114 Buckingham Dr, placing a pre-auction offer, or registering to bid on August 5, 2026? Reach out to the listing agent below in ZILLOW
