The Cove at Celo Mountain Real Estate

Welcome to The Cove at Celo Mountain, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Yancey County of North Carolina. This enchanting neighborhood in Burnsville offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and community charm, making it an ideal place to call home.

Surrounded by the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, The Cove at Celo Mountain is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With an abundance of hiking trails, pristine rivers, and breathtaking vistas, residents can immerse themselves in the tranquility of the great outdoors. Whether you're exploring the nearby Pisgah National Forest or enjoying a leisurely afternoon at Lake James, the opportunities for adventure are endless.

The Cove itself boasts a warm and welcoming community atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and lifelong memories are created. With thoughtfully designed homes that harmonize with the stunning landscape, you’ll find a diverse range of architectural styles that cater to various tastes and preferences. The neighborhood is also known for its commitment to sustainability, with many residents embracing eco-friendly practices to preserve the natural beauty that surrounds them.

In addition to its natural allure, The Cove at Celo Mountain is conveniently located just a short drive from Burnsville’s vibrant downtown, where you can discover local shops, delightful eateries, and cultural attractions. This charming town is rich in history and offers a plethora of events throughout the year, ensuring there’s always something happening nearby.

Experience the magic of mountain living at The Cove at Celo Mountain, where breathtaking scenery and a close-knit community await you. Your dream home in this idyllic setting is just a visit away!

Newest Listings in The Cove at Celo Mountain

$675,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4405839 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

MOTIVATED SELLER and SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! This enchanting Arts & Crafts cottage offers the perfect blend of mountain charm, privacy, and natural beauty. Tucked into the cove of Celo Knob—the 10th highest mountain east of the Mississippi—and perched at approximately 3100ft, the home enjoys cool mountain breezes while sitting just below the typical snow line. Surrounded by a lush rhododendron forest, this beautifully crafted home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1 half bath with warm wood finishes throughout, including wormy chestnut floors on the lower level and white pine floors upstairs. The open floor plan offers inviting living spaces with a cozy fireplace, breakfast bar, built-in features, pantry, walk-in closets, and an abundance of natural light through custom Anderson double-pane windows and doors. Step outside to enjoy the spacious deck, enclosed porch, or welcoming front porch, where you'll be immersed in the peaceful sights and sounds of the mountains. Summer offers a secluded treehouse-like setting, while winter reveals breathtaking long-range mountain views and astonishing close up views of Celo Mountain. A gentle stream and waterfall add to the property's storybook charm, and each spring you'll have the rare opportunity to witness the magical Blue Ghost fireflies that illuminate the surrounding forest in April. Recent updates provide added peace of mind and convenience, including a whole-house generator hookup, Starlink internet, radon mitigation, newly restained decks and exterior, and a new private well with a UV light filtration system. The fully finished daylight basement provides additional living space with both interior and exterior access, while the detached garage offers convenience and ample storage. Residents of The Cove at Celo Mountain enjoy exceptional community amenities, including multiple waterfalls, hiking and walking trails, a stocked trout pond, picnic area, and a community fire pit. HOA services include leaf and snow removal and maintenance of the paved roads, while underground utilities preserve the community's pristine mountain setting. Whether you're searching for a full-time home, a peaceful mountain retreat or an income producing property (monthly rentals are allowed), this one-of-a-kind property offers an unforgettable lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. Property sustained no damages from Helene and is not at flood risk.

352 Celo Cove Drive Unit #18, Burnsville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. pamela@grgnc.com

$44,000

4311676 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This 1.3-acre buildable lot sits at an elevation of approximately 3,000 feet, offering cool mountain breezes and serene surroundings, all just inside the locally art commissioned hand-forged entrance gate. Lot 42 is rare in this subdivision due to it's accessibility and the very minimal clearing that would be needed to build. Featured amenities at the Cove include hiking trails, waterfalls, creeks, pavilion picnic areas, fire pits, community garden, trout ponds, abundant wildlife, and meticulously kept grounds. You create the build and everything around it will be kept pristine. This truly is a remarkable and peaceful space, stop in and take a stroll through the neighborhood! Burnsville is well known for their art community and galleries, downtown shops, local farmers' markets, while also being named one of Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazines Top Adventure Towns! The Cove is located 15 minutes to Downtown Burnsville, 25 minutes to Black Mountain, 50 minutes to Asheville, within close proximity to Mount Mitchell and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

42 Hickory Springs Road Unit #42, Burnsville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown. tamara.stanton@allentate.com

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