22511 Rose Cottage Rd - Eastern Shore Farm Auction - 33 to 92 Acres 1,447 SF Specialty Building Offered at $250,000 in Locustville, VA 23404

92 +/- ACRE WORKING FARM WITH POND IRRIGATION - EASTERN SHORE VA After 33 years of success, Ivy Farm Wholesale Nursery owners are relocating—creating a rare opportunity to acquire a complete Eastern Shore agricultural operation: 92 acres with 61 acres cleared production land, four freshwater ponds with APPROVED water withdrawal permits, 2,718 SF of buildings, creek frontage, mature timber, 2-3 hours from major markets, choice of three tract sizes (33, 58, or 92 acres) IDEAL FOR: Nursery operations | Commercial farming | Estate development | Hunting | Hobby farm. 92 +/- ACRE WORKING FARM WITH POND IRRIGATION - EASTERN SHORE VA
The owners of the Ivy Farm Wholesale Nursery are selling to focus on business opportunities in other states. REAL ESTATE AUCTION: Starts closing at 3:07 PM Monday, December 15th, 2025 PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION: Live plant inventory, greenhouses and equipment sold in separate auction ending at 10:07 AM Tuesday, December 16th, 2025.
A RARE EASTERN SHORE OPPORTUNITY
Since 1992, Ivy Farm Wholesale Nursery has been a cornerstone of Virginia's Eastern Shore agricultural community. Now, after 33 years of success, the owners are pursuing new ventures—opening a rare opportunity for the next steward of this exceptional 92-acre property.
WATER RESOURCES: THE GAME CHANGER
Four freshwater ponds with approved water withdrawal permits set this property apart. These established legal rights convey with the property, allowing water use for irrigation and filling wells—critical in an era of increasing regulation. This eliminates agriculture's biggest risk: drought. Rettrap Creek adds marsh and tidal access, exceptional waterfowl hunting, and natural beauty.
THE LAND • 61 acres cleared and ready for production (66% cleared ratio)
• 31 acres mature timber providing privacy, hunting habitat, and natural windbreaks
• 2,850 feet road frontage with three separate entrances
• Gently rolling terrain ideal for farming operations
IMPROVEMENTS - 2,718 SF TOTAL
• Office Building (converted dwelling): 1,440 SF
• Breakroom Facility: 480 SF • Original Office Building: 334 SF
• Tool Storage Building: 464 SF
CHOICE AUCTION FORMAT
Bid on what matches your vision:
• Tract 1: 33.70 acres (perfect for estate or hobby farm)
• Tract 2: 58.74 acres (ideal for commercial agriculture)
• Tract 3: Complete 92.44 acres (the full operation)
WHO IS THIS FOR?
NURSERY OPERATORS: Turnkey opportunity with 33-year reputation, operational infrastructure, and established customer base. Approximately 150 greenhouse structures, plant inventory, and equipment available in separate December 16th auction.
FARMERS: 61 cleared acres, ready for row crops, specialty agriculture, or hay production. Extended Eastern Shore growing season and access to major Mid-Atlantic markets.
HUNTERS: Creek frontage for waterfowl, mature timber for deer and turkey, nearly 100 acres where you control pressure and manage habitat.
ESTATE BUYERS: Multiple home sites along 2,850' of frontage, privacy on nearly 100 acres, four ponds, and low Accomack County property taxes.
HOBBY FARMERS: The 33-acre tract offers manageable scale for livestock, vegetables, horses, or specialty crops.
LOCATION ADVANTAGES - Virginia's Eastern Shore provides unique balance of market access and rural character: • 2 hours to Virginia Beach/Norfolk • 2.5 hours to Richmond • 3 hours to Washington DC/Baltimore and Philadelphia Low property taxes, extended growing season, strong agricultural community, and Eastern Shore lifestyle.
PREVIEW DATES - Thursday, December 4th, 2025 • Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 Real estate auction closes 3:07 PM Monday, December 15th. Personal property (greenhouses, equipment, inventory) auctions 10:07 AM Tuesday, December 16th.
After 33 years, the next chapter begins. The infrastructure is proven, the water resources exceptional, the land productive. Your vision—nursery operation, farm, hunting property, estate, or hobby farm—starts here.