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961 Wilson Branch Road

Mars Hill, NC 28754
  • $4,990,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 46 Days
  • ID#: 4397613
UPDATED: 173 min ago
$4,990,000
  • 0
    BEDS
  • 269
    ACRES
  • 0
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
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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.

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961 Wilson Branch Road Mars Hill, NC 28754

  • Price: $4,990,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 46 Days
  • Updated: 173 min ago
  • ID#: 4397613
0
Beds
0
Baths
0
½ Baths
269
Acres
Neighborhood:
None
County:
Madison
Area:
Mars Hill
Elementary School:
Mars Hill
Middle School:
Cane River
High School:
North Buncombe
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.
Exterior Features

Carport YN No Lot Features ClearedCreek FrontGreen AreaPasturePavedPond(s)PrivateCreek/StreamWoodedViews Out Buildings YN Greenhouse Road Responsibility Publicly Maintained Road Road Surface Type Paved Waterfront Features None

Interior Features

Below Grade Finished Area 0

Property Features

Additional Parcels YN False Association YN No Auction YN No CCRSubject To No City Taxes Paid To No City Taxes Paid Habitable Residence YN Yes Hoa Subject To None Lease Considered YN No Listing Terms CashConventional Possible Use AgriculturalCommercialDevelopmentFarmHorsesPasture/GrazingPrivate Estate Property Sub Type Acreage Restrictions N/A Senior Community YN No Sewer Septic Installed Special Listing Conditions None Water Source Shared Well Zoning R-2



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