Nicholls schedules auction for 8-bedroom Lynchburg estate with 6-bay garage

Nicholls Auction Marketing Group is auctioning a 6.029-acre Lynchburg property on Aug. 5 that includes an 8-bedroom home, a 6-bay garage/shop and a relocated historic barn component. The sale targets buyers looking for a large residential property near Liberty University, downtown Lynchburg and major regional services.

Why it matters: - The sale offers a rare chance to buy a large, historic property in Lynchburg’s Windsor Hills area through auction. - The property combines residential space, outbuildings and acreage in a location minutes from Liberty University, the University of Lynchburg and major commercial corridors. - The home’s finished basement and separate garage/shop create potential for multigenerational living, storage, workshop use or rental flexibility.

What happened: - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group announced an auction for “Dreambrook Estate” on Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 11 a.m. - The property is located at 114 Buckingham Dr., Lynchburg, Virginia 24502. - The auction is open to the public. - The sale is being held in partnership with T and T Realty & Auction of Madison Heights, Virginia.

The details: - The property includes a well-maintained 8-bedroom, 4.5-bath home on 6.029± acres. - The house measures 7,214± gross square feet and includes an open floor plan. - The main level features a large front porch, entry foyer, living room, dining room, great room and office. - The home includes two kitchens, and all appliances convey. - The finished walk-out basement was partly used as an Airbnb and is positioned for multigenerational living. - The home also includes a laundry room, attic and attached 2-car garage. - Flooring includes hardwood on the main level and carpet on the upper level. - Heating and cooling are provided by a heat pump, and the home has two fireplaces. - Utilities include city water and sewer and an electric water heater. - The property includes a detached 36-foot by 96-foot 6-bay garage/shop. - Two bays have a concrete floor, and the remaining bays have a gravel floor. - An additional cottage is also on the property. - The grounds include two creeks, walking trails, mature trees, outdoor entertaining space and a gravel driveway. - Solar panels are installed on the barn roof. - Comcast Xfinity internet is available. - The property sits off Timberlake Road in Lynchburg’s Windsor Hills area. - Nearby destinations include Liberty University, the University of Lynchburg, Wards Road shopping and dining, Centra hospitals, downtown Lynchburg, Lynchburg Regional Airport, US-29 and US-460. - The home has a history as the original farmhouse on the historic Wooldridge Farm. - In 2006, the home was relocated to its current site, and the upper level of the original barn was preserved and incorporated into the 36-by-96-foot detached garage.

Between the lines: - The auction format signals a pricing approach that can attract both owner-occupants and investors. - The property’s mix of history, acreage and outbuildings gives it appeal beyond a standard single-family home. - The location near universities, hospitals, shopping and transportation routes broadens the buyer pool. - Brokers must pre-register to receive compensation.

What's next: - Interested buyers can contact Mark Tomlin at 434-941-1814 or Mason Thomas at 434-665-7344. - More information is available on the company’s website. - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group also directs buyers to its Facebook page and X account.

The bottom line: - Nicholls is offering a one-of-a-kind Lynchburg property with acreage, historic character and substantial auxiliary space, all heading to auction Aug. 5.