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$3,999,000
4 Beds 6 Baths 4414633 MLS ACTIVE Status
A Country Estate & Mtn Retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains, designed for those seeking ultimate privacy, beauty & a true Sense of Place. Home Set at 3,560' elevation on 43+ acres,(top of property 3900' elevation) breathtaking LONG RANGE MTN VIEWS. Southeast-facing, offers cool summer temps, fresh mtn air, & the rare feeling of floating above the clouds. You can see all the way to Tennessee on a clear day. Privacy is unparalleled—no neighboring homes visible during summer & only 1 in winter, creating a peaceful, secluded sanctuary of safety. Ideal for either a primary estate or luxury 2nd home retreat. The land itself is remarkable featuring abundant natural water-multiple springs, creeks/streams & ponds for relaxation. Rolling pasture land & gently contoured hills make the perfect fit for Biophilic walking & hiking trails, 4-wheeler trails, & open spaces that invite you to explore nature. A natural habitat of wildlife, wildflowers, & native mtn laurel provide stunning seasonal beauty. The residence itself, professionally designed, blends refined craftsmanship with effortless mtn living. A true chef’s kitchen anchors the home with a La CornuFe dual-fuel range, 2 refrigerators, 2 dishwashers, skylights that flood the interior with light. Beautiful wood burning fireplace in kitchen creates warmth & ambiance throughout. This is 1 of 5 fireplaces, also complemented by an outdoor fireplace & fire pit for evenings under the stars. Butlers Pantry has open shelves for ultimate storage & 1 of 3 laundry stations. Dining Room & Library (also with fireplace) perfect for lounging. Main primary bedroom suite offers luxurious living with a gas fireplace, cathedral ceiling & a wall of windows that allow star gazing from bed, & private covered deck. Primary bath offers a extra large marble shower, (with door to outdoor shower) a Victoria + Albert free standing tub, & a huge walk in closet. 2nd Primary suite also with large cathedral ceiling & private covered deck, small kitchenette, sitting area, bath with Victoria + Albert tub, & large separate shower. 2 additional guest rooms, 1 on main and 1 in lower level, all with private baths & showers. Top of the line Ultimate Marvin windows and doors frame panoramic long range views from every room, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. Multiple covered decks and a spacious covered back porch provide ideal spaces for quiet mornings & evening year-round enjoyment of the mountain setting & views! This property is all about the views! An additional lower level space, (now being used for extra storage), could be the perfect artist studio, gym, yoga or meditation studio. A rare private mountain sanctuary, rich in feeling. Conveniently located approx 10 minutes from I-26 and approx 25 minutes from historic Asheville. Also home to Mount Mitchell-the highest peak east of the Mississippi! Fun fact, (Yancey County) has more artist per capita than any state in the US. Also offers, Best fly fishing streams, Rivers, rafting, hiking trails, waterfalls, & gem mining, just minutes away. Skiing & Golf, (20 minutes away) -Great restaurants and Breweries within 15 min. (Possible option to purchase a membership at a nearby Resort Community for additional amenities) If you are searching for the perfect mountain escape, this is it. Imagine waking up to the quietness of only birds chirping, the deer roaming, & where time seems to stand still. Property would also be an amazing equestrian farm, or Animal rescue center. Tons of space for multiple barns! If you are looking for additional income, Property would also make an Amazing Event center or Wedding Venue. If you are looking for an STR investment property, this could be a very high end rental property. Also, A Preppers Haven. Home is sensual in all ways! It’s ALL in the feeling! (Broker Owned )-Owner would consider partial owner financing & can remain furnished, with some exceptions. Please see attached feature sheet for details https://youtu.be/_Q43AJeG2_0

384 Doan Town Road, Burnsville

Listing courtesy of Teresa B Brown. realestate@teresabbrown.com

$1,999,000
2 Beds 5 Baths 4409308 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Big Foot Trail, an extraordinary mountain estate where handcrafted luxury, unmatched privacy, and exceptional investment potential come together on 13.32 acres in the heart of Western North Carolina. Just minutes from Cataloochee Valley, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and only 10 minutes to I-40, this remarkable Red Cedar log home offers over 4,000 square feet of timeless craftsmanship surrounded by rushing creeks, towering hardwoods, open pasture, and peaceful mountain beauty. From the moment you arrive, you'll discover a property unlike any other. Expansive covered porches wrap around nearly every side of the home, inviting you to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. A charming footbridge crosses the creek, offering the perfect place to pause, explore, and enjoy the peaceful setting. Inside, the breathtaking great room is anchored by soaring 23-foot ceilings, massive timber beams, and walls of glass that fill the home with natural light. Built for both comfort and efficiency, the home features poured concrete walls, spray foam insulation, and two soapstone wood stoves that provide exceptional year-round energy performance. The spacious main level primary suite opens directly onto the covered porch overlooking the pond and cascading waterfalls, creating a private retreat unlike any other. The luxurious primary bath features an oversized custom tile shower and an expansive dressing room. An open concept kitchen with breakfast bar flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, making entertaining effortless. A guest bedroom, additional baths, flexible bonus room, and an expansive finished lower level provide incredible versatility for recreation, hobbies, media space, or additional guest accommodations. Step outside to experience what truly sets this property apart. Wander beside the creek, enjoy the pond with its charming waterfall feature, relax around the fire pit, or explore the beautiful mix of pasture and mature forest. A freshwater spring, old barn, and separate bonus cabin create even more possibilities for personal enjoyment or flexible use as a caretaker's cottage, studio, or private office. For buyers seeking more than just a home, this property presents an exciting opportunity. The 13.32-acre tract offers privacy and usable terrain with potential for future expansion, while an additional 30-plus adjoining acres may also be available separately. With its separate access points and varied topography, the additional acreage could provide opportunities for expanded recreational use or future hospitality concepts, including luxury cabins, treehouse accommodations, glamping sites, or a private mountain retreat, subject to buyer due diligence, permitting, and county approvals. Perfectly positioned near the entrance to Cataloochee Valley, one of the most sought-after destinations within Great Smoky Mountains National Park known for its elk, hiking, and scenic beauty, this exceptional property places outdoor adventure at your doorstep while remaining conveniently accessible to Interstate 40, Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you're searching for an extraordinary private mountain estate, a multigenerational retreat, or a one-of-a-kind investment with room to grow, Big Foot Trail is a rare offering where luxury, nature, and opportunity meet. Satellite internet is available. Furniture, tools, and four-wheelers are negotiable.

4501 Cove Creek Road, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage. MRE@BHGHeritage.com

$619,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 4390706 MLS ACTIVE Status
Unrestricted WNC acreage with a pond, barn, pasture, wooded build sites, and mountain views - this is the kind of property buyers search years to find. Tucked in the mountains of Mars Hill, just minutes from I-26, the Tennessee/North Carolina line, downtown Mars Hill, and within an easy drive to Asheville and Johnson City, this rare property offers the perfect blend of privacy, accessibility, and possibility. Set on 19.16 acres per deed/GIS, the land is a beautiful mix of open pasture, rolling meadow, wooded acreage, creek frontage, and usable spaces that invite big vision. Multiple potential build sites are tucked throughout the wooded acreage and open land, offering options for a future primary residence, guest cabins, a family compound, hobby farm, retreat property, or short-term rental concept. The landscape gives you the privacy buyers want without feeling isolated, and the setting delivers that unmistakable Appalachian charm - pasture, water, woods, mountain air, and room to breathe. The classic red barn anchors the property and creates an incredible focal point. Use it for storage, animals, equipment, a workshop, creative studio, or explore future possibilities such as an event space, wedding venue, gathering barn, or rustic retreat feature, subject to county approvals and permits. With no known restrictions, the property opens the door to ideas that many mountain properties simply cannot offer. Bring the horses, goats, chickens, gardens, bees, tractors, tools, or business vision. This is a property that can evolve with you. The existing home offers immediate use while you dream, plan, build, renovate, expand, or simply enjoy the land as it is. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a sunroom, wood floors, stone and tile details, and a peaceful setting, it has the character of an old mountain homestead and the flexibility to serve as a primary residence, weekend getaway, rental, caretaker’s cottage, or basecamp while developing the rest of the acreage. A private pond, bold creek, fenced pasture, fire pit, barn, shed, and outbuildings add to the function and charm. This property speaks to buyers who want more than a house. It speaks to those looking for land with purpose - homesteaders, investors, builders, outdoor enthusiasts, equestrian buyers, retreat creators, Airbnb hosts, multi-generational families, and anyone dreaming of a private mountain property with room to create something meaningful. Imagine mornings by the pond, evenings in the pasture, trails through the woods, cabins tucked into the trees, a garden near the creek, livestock in the field, guests gathering by the barn, or a future mountain home placed perfectly to take in the view. Whether your dream is a private estate, income-producing retreat, wedding or event concept, mini-farm, family compound, or legacy property to hold for generations, this Mars Hill acreage gives you the canvas. Convenient to Mars Hill University, Wolf Laurel, skiing, hiking, rafting, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville dining and medical services, and East Tennessee amenities, the location is one of the property’s strongest advantages. You can feel away from it all while still being connected to everything that makes Western North Carolina so desirable. Properties with this combination of unrestricted acreage, pasture, water features, barn, buildable land, existing home, mountain setting, and convenient location are increasingly hard to find. This is not just a listing—it is an opportunity to own a true Appalachian legacy property with room for your vision to grow. Dream big. Build bold. Bring your plans. This one is special.

12892 Us 23 Highway, Mars Hill

Listing courtesy of NorthGroup Real Estate LLC. brandiyoungrealestate@gmail.com

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