14 Acres in Spruce Pine, NC - $1,195,000

The sellers left no stone unturned in the design and build of this custom home. Only two years old, this property is as good or better than new, and is ready to move into tomorrow! It is situated in a private clearing, with no other houses in sight, and is built to stand the test of time. The basement walls are made of pre-cast concrete from Superior Walls and they dont leak a drop. The basement garage includes a 9,000 lb. Bendpak hydraulic lift for all your DIY projects. The basement walls, as well as the large two car garage, are insulated and finished out with sheetrock. They also have epoxy coated concrete floors and have their own heating and cooling systems. For emergencies, the house is equipped with a 22 KW Generac whole house backup generator system. A Hide-A-Vac central vacuum system, on demand water heater, and a ducted backup wood stove are also all part of this homes utility systems. On the main level, youll find solid hickory flooring, custom kitchen and baths from Walker Woodworking with matching granite tops and backsplash, stainless appliances, custom window treatments, vaulted ceilings with tongue and groove knotty pine in the living areas, and tasteful colors. There are two Master suites on the main floor, with a four-season sunroom off the main suite, overlooking miles of pristine mountain wilderness. From the living area or the sunroom off the main Master suite, you can walk out on a spacious back deck completed with trex decking and stainless cable railings and enjoy the view across the Blue Ridge Mountains. On the outside, commercial gutters, hardboard cement siding, Sun windows and doors, and 30-year shingles ensure a high-quality structure for years to come. Additionally, there is a partially finished living space above the garage with a dedicated private entrance. With the addition of floor coverings and trim, this space would provide another bedroom and bath for the family, guests or as a short-term vacation rental. This home truly is a gem that will provide years of enjoyment to a new owner!

Additional Buildings and Features on the Property

This property also features numerous outbuildings and other assets that contribute to the value of the property. As you pull in the drive, youll notice a large 30x30 detached garage on the left with a long lean-to on the back, a portion of which is closed in and a portion of which is open for equipment storage. The garage itself is finished out and has its own heating and cooling system as well as storage space above the garage. There is also a 12x14 storage shed nearby for additional space and a place to keep the mowers and tools. Near the house you will see a large post frame woodshed and another 10x12 storage shed. Even the woodshed and storage buildings are complete with poplar bark accents and are built with the same quality standards as youll find on the rest of the property. Behind the detached garage youll find a small fishpond, and numerous springs and small streams flow throughout the 14-acre property.

Things to do Near Spruce Pine NC

Nearby attractions include Mt Mitchell, Roan Mountain, Lake James State Park, Emerald Village Mines, Grandfather Mountain State Park, and others. Go fishing in the North Toe River, nearby Lake Tahoma or Lake James, or any one of many widely acclaimed local trout streams. Drive to Linville Falls and take in the Linville Caverns near Marion NC, then drive to Grandfather Mountain State Park and explore the hiking trails and grand views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Continue toward Beech Mountain and visit the ski slopes, but make sure to stop at Banner Elk and Sugar Mountain on the way, towns that possess a charm all their own. Drive a bit further toward Boone and visit Mast General Store and the many local wineries or golf courses that thrive in this area. Or you can choose to skip all of this altogether and drive southwest to Asheville, where you will find a host of fun places to see and the opportunity to visit some of the best restaurants in the mountains. All this is within less than one hour from Little Switzerland and the Mountain Retreat on Sassafras Drive!

How to See This Mountain Property for Sale

For additional information on this excellent offering in the heart of the Little Switzerland mountains, call Nate Schlabach at (828) 467-0767. He will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the Little Switzerland area or to arrange a private tour of this fantastic property! United Country Real Estate is Americas Rural Real Estate Company, and we specialize in premier lifestyle properties such as recreational properties, country estates, cattle, crop, and horse farms, timber land, vineyards, and waterfront properties all over the USA and internationally. Give us a call today and let us help you Find Your Freedom!