7017 Union Mill Road

Opportunities like this almost never come with this much breathing room, this much natural beauty, and this much long-view potential. This remarkable 7.22-acre parcel offers the kind of setting that immediately changes the way you think about building. Instead of forcing a house onto a lot, this is land that invites you to design something that belongs heresomething with presence, privacy, and a daily connection to the landscape around it. The feel is what sets it apart first. The homesite is wrapped in mature forest, with a land profile that creates a true sense of arrival and separation from the pace of everything else. Johnny Moore Creek runs through the property, adding a rare natural feature that brings movement, sound, and atmosphere to the setting. Along one edge, the parcel borders protected parkland at Johnny Moore Stream Valley Park, which means your backdrop is not just greenit is preserved, established, and exceptionally hard to duplicate. For buyers who have been waiting for land that offers both vision and practicality, there is another major advantage here: the parcel should perc for a 5-bedroom home, opening the door to a substantial custom residence designed around the way you actually want to live. Think main-level living with expansive outdoor rooms, a modern farmhouse tucked into the trees, a transitional estate with a walkout lower level, or a timeless retreat that frames the creek and woodland views. There is room here to create scale without losing warmth, and room to prioritize architecture, outdoor living, and the quiet luxury of space. There is also texture to the acreage that makes it feel layered and alive. The parcel is largely wooded, with a strong mix of deciduous forest, mixed forest, and pockets of woody wetlands that create seasonal color, depth, and privacy throughout the year. In spring and summer, the canopy can make the homesite feel tucked away and sheltered. In fall, the setting turns dramatic with changing leaves and long woodland views. In winter, the contours of the land and the presence of the creek become even more pronounced. And while the setting feels wonderfully removed, the location still keeps you connected to some of the area's most appealing destinations. Clifton is known for its preserved historic district, late-19th-century character, and small collection of shops and dining spots that give the town its distinct personality. Fairfax County also notes that stream valley trails are shared by walkers, runners, cyclists, and equestrians, giving this part of the county an outdoor rhythm that is hard to replicate closer in. Nearby Twin Lakes Golf Course on Union Mill Road adds another local amenity with 36 holes, practice facilities, and a clubhouse close at hand. Just as important, this is land that supports a richer day-to-day lifestyle once the home is built. Imagine a driveway that winds through the trees, a front elevation with real presence, and outdoor spaces positioned to take in the quiet rather than look into another backyard. Imagine evenings with the sound of the creek in the background, views through the treetops, and the sense that your home has a natural boundary that cannot be recreated by fencing alone. What makes this parcel so compelling is that it does not ask you to compromise. You can build a custom home with real acreage, enjoy the presence of creek, woods, and protected open space, and still stay grounded in a location that people seek out for its character and convenience. Some land gives you square footage. This land gives you a setting, a mood, and a reason to build something unforgettable. If you have been searching for a place where the house can be extraordinary because the land already is, this is the one.