Cove Creek Mountain Retreat
A Rare Mountain Property Opportunity - Custom Log Cabin, 21.49± Acres & Endless Possibilities!
Discover a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity to own your own private mountain retreat in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina! This distinctive property offers the perfect blend of rustic charm, natural beauty, privacy, & incredible potential.
The centerpiece is a custom-built 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath log cabin, offering the warmth & character of mountain living. A double garage provides convenient parking & storage, while a separate studio apartment above the garage offers additional living space & endless possibilities for guests, extended family, rental income, or a private workspace.
The property includes approximately 14.50+/- acres of beautiful land, featuring a small stream & room to enjoy nature, create trails, garden, establish a mini-farm, or simply relax & take in the peaceful surroundings. An additional approximately 6.99 acres of unrestricted property, located off Wilkerson Way, adds even more flexibility & opportunity. With approximately 21.49+/- acres combined, the possibilities are truly exceptional!
Whether you're dreaming of a private family estate, mountain getaway, homestead, horse property, multi-generational living arrangement, investment opportunity, or future development potential, this property offers a rare combination of space, versatility, and freedom. The unrestricted acreage provides exciting possibilities for those looking to expand, build, invest, or create something uniquely their own.
Enjoy the convenience of being within reach of some of WNC's most beloved destinations, including Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Lake James, & the charming small towns of Marion & Morganton, with Asheville also conveniently accessible.
Whether you're seeking privacy, adventure, investment potential, or a place where family & friends can gather & make lasting memories, this exceptional mountain property deserves your attention.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a truly special piece of Western North Carolina, with a custom log cabin, additional living space, beautiful acreage, & unrestricted land & a world of possibilities!
From the Sellers:
More Than a Property - A Legacy Worth Preserving
Some places are simply owned. Others become part of who we are.
Nestled in the beautiful mountains of McDowell County, North Carolina, this remarkable retreat has been a labor of love, a place of peaceful reflection, & a source of immense pride.
From the hand-hewn logs of the cabin & its magnificent stone fireplace to the welcoming guest house, surrounding woodlands, flowing creek, & breathtaking mountain overlook, every part of this property has a story to tell.
There is something extraordinary about standing at the mountain's summit, looking across five distant mountain ranges, & realizing that the beauty before you has existed for generations & will continue long after us.
We have loved the changing seasons, the wildlife moving quietly through the woods, the sound of the creek, & the unmistakable peace that comes from being surrounded by nature.
Over the years, we have worked to preserve the property's rustic authenticity while thoughtfully adding the comforts that make it a wonderful place to live & welcome others.
Our greatest hope is that the next owner will see beyond the buildings & acreage & recognize what we have always treasured: the privilege of being a steward of this beautiful piece of God's creation.
We believe there is someone who will walk this land, stand at the overlook, feel its quiet majesty, & immediately understand.
Someone who will appreciate its history, respect its natural beauty, & continue the legacy with the same affection and pride.
To that person, we are not simply offering a mountain property.
We are passing along something we have dearly loved, with the hope that you will love it just as much.
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