Gassaway, West Virginia owes its existence entirely to one man’s railroad ambitions. Senator Henry Gassaway Davis purchased and expanded the Coal & Coke Railway in the early 1900s, choosing this exact spot on the Elk River as the midpoint between Charleston and Elkins — the ideal location to transition from flat, standard rail equipment to the heavier engines needed for the hilly terrain ahead. The town grew almost overnight around the rail yard, and the 1914 Gassaway Depot still stands today, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On 98.86 acres in this same railroad-built river valley, a furnished, rustic-themed home at 1320 Two Mile Fork Rd is now listed at $449,000.
A Home Built for Genuinely Full Living
Built in 1994, this 2,560-square-foot home is laid out with an unusual number of distinct spaces: a den, a family room, a great room, a library, a living room, and even a private guest room, in addition to the main-floor primary bedroom and bathroom. The finished, walk-out basement adds two more bedrooms, giving the home real capacity for extended family or guests. A wood-burning stove anchors the living space, and the home is being sold fully furnished — a genuine convenience for anyone looking to move in without shipping furniture across the country. Wood counters in the kitchen and hardwood flooring throughout add to the rustic character the listing promises.
Heating comes from a mix of gas, wood, and radiant systems, giving the home real redundancy for West Virginia winters.
Nearly 99 Acres, a Stream, and a Chicken Coop
At 98.86 acres, this is one of the largest properties available in the region at this price point. A stream runs through the wooded, private, and scenic land, and the listing specifically calls out a chicken coop — genuine working homestead infrastructure ready for immediate use. Additional sheds and outbuildings round out the property’s practical setup.
The Practical Details
The property runs on a private septic system, with natural gas available on-site and 100-amp electric service. Covered porch and deck space extend the home’s living area outdoors, framed by the stream and forest views. Annual property taxes run $841, and a virtual tour is available online.
The Numbers
| Price | $449,000 ($175/sq ft) |
| Location | 1320 Two Mile Fork Rd, Gassaway, WV 26624 |
| Home Size | 2,560 sq ft (2,000 above ground + 560 finished basement) |
| Bedrooms / Bathrooms | 4 / 2 full |
| Lot Size | 98.86 acres |
| Year Built | 1994 |
| Sewer | Private septic |
| Heating | Gas, wood, radiant |
| Furnished | Yes, fully |
| Water Feature | Stream |
| Extras | Chicken coop, library, private guest room |
| Annual Taxes | $841 |
Why Gassaway
Gassaway sits along the Elk River in Braxton County, a town literally built around its railroad history, with the restored 1914 depot now serving as a community museum and gathering space. The Elk River Trail and Sutton Lake sit just minutes away, offering outdoor recreation to match the property’s own scenic acreage. For a buyer looking for a genuinely large, fully furnished property with real homestead infrastructure already in place, Gassaway offers scale and character that’s difficult to match elsewhere at this price.
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