961 Wilson Branch Road, Mars Hill, NC 28754

$4,990,000
3
BD
2
BA
3,011
SqFt

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List Price
$4,990,000
MLS#
4397602
Status
ACTIVE
Days on Market
7
Property Type
Residential
Architectural Style
Cabin
Year Built
1982
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Lot Size
11,717,640
Lot Size Area
269
Living Area
3,011
Sq Ft Total
3011
County
Madison
Subdivision
none
Special Conditions
None
Dom
Yes
Waterfront Features
None

Property Description

Discover one of Western North Carolina's most extraordinary legacy properties. Spanning approximately 269 acres in the scenic mountains of Madison County, NC, this rare estate encompasses five existing residences, and offers an unrivaled combination of privacy, versatility, and long-term investment potential. Whether your vision is a private mountain retreat, equestrian estate, legacy family compound, boutique hospitality venture, corporate retreat, conservation property, or a thoughtfully planned development, this remarkable property offers the scale, valuable existing infrastructure, and natural beauty to bring it to life. Enjoy breathtaking long-range mountain views, rolling pastureland, wooded hiking and ATV trails, abundant wildlife, unmatched privacy, and countless potential home sites throughout the estate. The existing residences provide immediate flexibility for extended family, caretakers, guest accommodations, or rental income while preserving incredible opportunities for future growth. Conveniently located just outside the charming town of Mars Hill, with easy access to Asheville, Hatley Pointe, Wolf Laurel, skiing, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation, this is a once-in-a-generation chance to own one of Western North Carolina's most significant large-acreage mountain estates. The property includes four move-in ready log homes plus an additional ranch-style residence, providing exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, guest accommodations, staff housing, or income-producing rentals. Additional improvements include a large workshop/garage with an apartment, a picturesque pond, and a massive greenhouse, each ready to be restored. Over a mile of paved roads dissect the acreage with gated access on both the eastern and western boundaries. Underground utilities throughout the property provide a rare foundation for future expansion. Beyond the improvements, multiple rolling pastures give way to hundreds of acres of mature hardwood forest, where an extensive network of trails winds through peaceful valleys and along scenic ridgelines. Please NO DRIVE BYS and do not disturb the tenants.

Additional Information

Fireplace
Yes
Equipment
Dishwasher, Exhaust Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Foundation
Basement
Main Level Rooms
Primary Bedroom
Laundry Location
In Basement
Heating
Central, Heat Pump
Water
Shared Well
Sewer
Septic Installed
Exterior Construction
Wood
Roof
Composition
Parking
Other - See Remarks
Driveway
Gravel, Paved
Lot Description
Creek Front, Pasture, Paved, Pond(s), Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
Elementary School
Mars Hill
Middle School
Cane River
High School
North Buncombe
Zoning
R-2
Total Property HLA
3011
Master on Main Level
Yes

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