3 Beds
3 Baths
2,519 SqFt
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,519 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,519 sqft
Price per Sqft $655
MLS Listing ID 4396742
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Construction Status Completed
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,519
Year Built 2002
Lot Size 14.480 Acres
Acres 14.48
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Privacy. History. Adventure. Possibilities. This is the kind of property that rarely becomes available.
Nestled at the end of a quiet country road, this remarkable 14+ acre estate offers complete seclusion while bordering Pisgah National Forest on three sides, creating your own private gateway to thousands of acres of protected wilderness for hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and endless wildlife watching. Beautiful Paxton Creek flows year-round through the property—a true Helene-proven creek—providing a peaceful soundtrack from multiple locations, including the screened porch overlooking the water.
The property consists of two residences, multiple outbuildings, fenced pastures, and several exceptional building sites, including one along the historic Wagon Trail where breathtaking 360-degree views of Old Fort Mountain and the surrounding mountain ranges await.
The main residence sits on approximately 10 acres and has been thoughtfully designed for both comfort and functionality. Built on an impressive 10-foot Superior Walls foundation system, the semi-finished basement is heated and cooled, providing outstanding additional living or recreation space. The home offers two heating systems, including a brand-new 3-ton heat pump (2025) and a Hot Blast wood-burning furnace ducted throughout the home, giving you efficient year-round comfort with the flexibility of wood heat.
Equestrian enthusiasts and homesteaders will appreciate the property's exceptional improvements, including a three-stall barn with grain/tack room, full hay loft with overhang, riding arena perfect for lunging, training, riding, or use as a dry lot, three fenced and cross-fenced pastures, a natural freshwater spring capable of supplying water to the barn, chicken coop, and a charming historic blacksmith shop. A spacious 30' x 30' workshop with side overhang offers covered parking, RV parking with a 50-amp hookup, and endless possibilities for hobbies or equipment storage. Additional amenities include a two-car carport, generator hookup, newer appliances, two picnic areas, and a built-in fire pit perfect for gathering beneath the stars.
Adding even more value is the second residence at 662 Paxton Creek Road, situated on approximately four additional acres. Originally built as a log cottage believed to date back to 1841, this historic home has been lovingly preserved, with the current owners being only the fourth family to steward the property in nearly two centuries. Completely remodeled in 2020, the home now offers three bedrooms and two full baths while maintaining its timeless mountain charm. Recent updates include a new well pump (2024), new mini-split system (2025), and an additional propane heater for supplemental warmth. Whether used as a guest house, vacation rental, caretaker's home, or private residence for extended family, it offers incredible flexibility.
Whether you're dreaming of a private equestrian estate, a self-sufficient homestead, a multi-generational family compound, or simply a peaceful mountain sanctuary unlike anything else on the market, this extraordinary property delivers. With unmatched privacy, abundant wildlife, flowing water, National Forest boundaries, historic character, and room to grow, this is more than a home—it's a legacy property that will be treasured for generations.
Location
State NC
County Mcdowell
Zoning Residential
Body of Water Creek
Rooms
Basement Basement Shop, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
Guest Accommodations Guest House
Primary Bedroom Level Main
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Main Level Primary Bedroom
Upper Level Bedroom(s)
Main Level Dining Area
Main Level Laundry
Upper Level Bedroom(s)
Main Level Kitchen
Main Level Living Room
Interior
Interior Features Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Wood Stove
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Laminate, Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type Family Room, Fire Pit, Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Outside, Propane, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Fireplace true
Appliance Dishwasher, Electric Range, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Fence, Fire Pit
Garage Spaces 4.0
Fence Fenced, Front Yard, Full, Wood
Utilities Available Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Waterfront Description None
View Mountain(s), Water
Roof Type Metal
Street Surface Gravel,Paved
Porch Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Garage true
Building
Lot Description Creek Front, Level, Pasture, Paved, Private, Creek/Stream
Dwelling Type Site Built
Foundation Basement
Sewer Septic Installed
Water Well
Level or Stories Two
Structure Type Log,Wood
New Construction false
Construction Status Completed
Schools
Elementary Schools Pleasant Gardens
Middle Schools West Mcdowell
High Schools Mcdowell
Others
Senior Community false
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Horse Property Arena, Barn, Hay Storage, Horses Allowed, Paddocks, Pasture, Riding Trail, Round Pen, Run in Shelter, Shaving Bin, Stable(s), Tack Room
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition None
Nearby Locations
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