No Neighborhood Homes with Adjoins Forest Lot Description

No Neighborhood Homes with Adjoins Forest Lot Description

Welcome to a serene slice of paradise where nature meets modern living—an exquisite area that boasts homes bordering lush forest lots. Here, tranquility reigns supreme, offering a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors right from your doorstep.

Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of rustling leaves and birdsong, as sunlight filters through the trees, casting a warm glow over your home. These properties are designed for those who cherish privacy and a connection with nature, with expansive windows that frame stunning views of the vibrant forest landscape. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee on the deck or enjoying a cozy evening by the fireplace, the natural surroundings create an ambiance that is both peaceful and rejuvenating.

The homes in this enchanting area are thoughtfully crafted, featuring spacious layouts that blend seamlessly with the environment. Many properties showcase modern amenities while retaining a rustic charm, making them perfect for families, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Additionally, outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the endless opportunities for adventure, with hiking trails, biking paths, and wildlife watching just moments away. This neighborhood is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle, offering a harmonious balance between comfort and the splendor of nature.

Come explore this hidden gem and discover the perfect home that embraces the tranquility of forest living, where every day feels like a getaway. Your dream home awaits!

Newest No Neighborhood Homes with Adjoins Forest Lot Description

$880,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4413663 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Experience mountain living at its finest with this beautifully updated horse-ready property in scenic Cedar Mountain. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and bordering 1,400 acres of YMCA/ Pretty Place endowment, this exceptional property offers privacy, recreation, and a true equestrian lifestyle. The updated three-bedroom, two bath home features comfortable one level living, a renovated kitchen and bathrooms, and a spacious porch overlooking the surrounding mountains. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, the property includes a two-acre fenced pasture, a five-stall barn with a dedicated feed and tack room, farm equipment storage building, chicken house, and hunting blind, all on 6 private acres! Downtown Brevard is a short 20-minute drive for shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. The property is 5 miles from Dupont State Recreational Forest with renowned trails and waterfalls. Properties offering mountain views, established equestrian facilities, usable pasture, and bordering undeveloped endowment acreage are extremely rare. Come see this unique mountain retreat and make it yours!

141 Owl Haven Lane, Cedar Mountain

Listing courtesy of Wondracek Realty Group, LLC. marcus@selling-greenville.com
$177,000
4411648 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
You have found the place you have been looking for.... this property consists of 17.71 acres of unrestricted privacy. The property is located in Collettsville NC and backs up to 800 acres of Pisgah National Forest, close by is miles of hiking and biking trails as well as the best fly fishing waters on the east coast. The property has lot of ATV trails to explore and lots of great home sites for a single home selection or it could be a beautiful area for multiple homes. You will want to use Landglide or something similar. This property is truly unique due to it being adjacent to Pisgah National Forest and close to Wilsons Creek a great area for camping, biking, trout fishing, houseback riding etc. If you have been looking for mountain property do not let this one slip by without seeing it, call to schedule a consultation.

Old Johns River Road, Collettsville

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Newton RE. markcausbyrealty@gmail.com
$250,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4410402 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your mountain retreat in the heart of Sapphire! This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a versatile bonus room offers the perfect blend of modern updates and mountain charm. Inside, you’ll find a bright, inviting interior featuring recent renovations, all-new appliances, and flexible living spaces ideal for a home office, guest room, or hobby space. Enjoy peace of mind with a new roof installed in 2023, allowing you to focus on relaxing and enjoying the surrounding natural beauty with a small creek located just behind the home. As well as paved parking spaces beside the home. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity, this move-in-ready home is ready to impress. Conveniently located near the area’s outdoor recreation, hiking, waterfalls, golf, dining, and shopping, this Sapphire gem offers the best of mountain living with modern comforts.

242 Whitewater Road, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. eubanksshiane@icloud.com
$349,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4409086 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nestled on 4.8 private wooded acres just minutes from some of Western North Carolina’s best outdoor recreation, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers a rare opportunity to create your ideal mountain retreat. Enjoy easy access to tubing, kayaking, and canoeing, plus nearby Living Waters, where a short hike leads to waterfalls, scenic overlooks, swimming holes, and the beauty of Pisgah National Forest. Built in 1970, the home offers 1,400 square feet of living space with two wood-burning stoves that add warmth and mountain character. The dining room opens through sliding glass doors to a three-season room, creating a seamless connection to the peaceful outdoor setting. The concrete floor walkout basement, complete with a full bath, is ready to be updated to a recreation room, home office, guest space, or workshop. Outside, a small vineyard provides a unique touch for hobby winemaking or simply enjoying the picturesque setting. A 600-square-foot storage shed also conveys with the property, and the 520-square-foot carport provides covered parking and additional convenience. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or investment opportunity in an unbeatable location, this property combines privacy, acreage, and easy access to the area’s most sought-after outdoor adventures.

821 Tanasee Gap Road, Balsam Grove

Listing courtesy of Unique: A Real Estate Collective. chaims@uniquecollective.us
$785,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4408859 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your own private sanctuary, nestled on 5.46 wooded acres and set more than 200 yards from the road at the end of a long, tree-lined driveway. This full-brick ranch offers an exceptional blend of privacy, thoughtful updates, energy efficiency, and versatile indoor and outdoor living. Inside, the well-designed floor plan maximizes both comfort and functionality. Hardwood floors welcome you into the foyer and continue into the spacious family room, where custom built-ins and a wood-accent media wall create a warm, inviting focal point. The adjoining dining area flows seamlessly into the generously sized kitchen, featuring abundant KraftMaid cabinetry, granite countertops, an island cooktop, wall oven, pantry, dishwasher, disposal, and a wall of windows that frames peaceful wooded views. Privately situated just off the main living area, the primary suite offers luxury vinyl plank flooring, a large walk-in closet, and an updated en-suite bath with an oversized walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms received new carpet in 2025, while fresh interior paint throughout the living areas and bedrooms provides a clean, move-in-ready feel. The insulated, heated, and cooled 400-square-foot garage has been finished with luxury vinyl plank flooring and a mini-split HVAC system, creating a flexible space ideal for a recreation room, home office, fitness studio, workshop, or hobby room. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with more than 1,000 square feet of low-maintenance composite decking featuring both covered and open entertaining spaces accented by modern cable railing. The backyard has been thoughtfully cleared while preserving mature oak trees for shade, creating an inviting setting centered around a stone fire pit beneath extensive string lighting. Beyond the deck, you'll find a 12' x 20' storage shed, temperature-controlled greenhouse, chicken coop, and treehouse. The property is further enhanced by peach, persimmon, and magnolia trees, muscadine grapevines, and naturally growing blackberry bushes, offering a truly unique outdoor lifestyle. Designed with efficiency in mind, the home also features seller-owned solar panels, geothermal HVAC, heavy insulation, underground utilities, fiber-optic internet availability, and an invisible pet fence. Backing directly to Andrew Jackson State Park, the property provides convenient access to recreational trails and the lake while maintaining the privacy and tranquility of your own wooded retreat.

4545 Old Church Road, Lancaster

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Ballantyne Area. davidscibor@kw.com
$515,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4407577 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
The mountain cabin experience you have been looking for! Privacy - check. Impressive year round views - check. Stream on property - check. RV parking, power, and septic installed - check. Fiber internet.....yep, check! Even offered fully furnished with an acceptable offer. Turn key! This is a truly unique unrestricted mountain home. Main level living with gorgeous features for your next permanent or vacation home. Sit on the deck and listen to the sounds of the running stream or lounge on the front porch and gaze up at the amazing ridgeline above you. This property backs up to NC preserve game lands too! Power and septic access on a level lot offers RV parking for additional rental or enjoyment uses. Don't sleep on this one, or you might never sleep in it!

261 Yonah Drive, Maggie Valley

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park. jared.prast@allentate.com
$265,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4406792 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Peaceful country living awaits at this 3BR/2BA home on a permanent foundation, nestled on 5.14 unrestricted acres just 10 minutes from downtown Robbinsville. The park-like setting is framed by two gentle branches and features over 300 feet of USFS frontage, providing direct access to acres of public land for hiking, hunting, and exploring. The spacious floor plan offers a large kitchen with abundant cabinet and counter space, an adjoining dining room, and a sunny breakfast area. The oversized great room features a cozy gas fireplace and opens to both the front and rear decks, creating ideal indoor and outdoor living spaces. A split-bedroom layout offers privacy, with two guest bedrooms featuring walk-in closets and a shared full bath. The generous primary suite includes a walk-in closet and an ensuite bath with a step-in shower. A handicap-accessible ramp, covered side porch, two XL decks, metal roof, easy year-round access, large garden area, useable land, and multiple outbuildings provide exceptional functionality. Bring your chickens, hobbies, and outdoor toys—there are no deed restrictions or HOA, giving you the freedom to enjoy your property the way you want to!

394 Anderson Creek Road, Robbinsville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies - Bryson City. martyhuskins@outlook.com
$574,875
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4406322 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Dreaming of owning a log cabin in Bryson City? This furnished 2BR/2.5BA plus bonus bunkroom mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, usable land, and direct access to nature. Situated on 9.22 unrestricted acres with over 800 feet of USFS frontage, there's room for gardening, a mini farm, or simply relaxing beside the picturesque pond. A short hike across the ridge leads to a cove on Fontana Lake, ideal for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. The cabin offers ample parking plus covered front and rear porches. Inside, the great room showcases a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling and stone gas fireplace. The spacious kitchen features abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, a live-edge breakfast bar, and dining area. The main level offers a guest bedroom and full bath, while the upper level hosts the primary with ensuite bath. The finished basement includes a den, game room, bunk room, laundry, and half bath. Seller just installed a new metal roof, new HVAC, and re-stained the exterior....... major improvements you won't need to do! With NO deed restrictions or HOA you have land to build more cabins or have whatever farm animals you desire!

2560 Round Hill Road, Bryson City

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies - Bryson City. martyhuskins@outlook.com
$935,000
4405494 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Generational mountain estate property available for the first time publicly consisting of 35 +/- recreational acres primed for use as multi-family estate, working farm, group camp grounds, tiny home community, or short term rental complex for multiple homes. Three parcels make up the total acreage offering, the southwest corner joining Pisgah National Forest boundary, property access by recorded easement road from end of pavement on Watagnee Trail, fresh gravel placed in May 2026. Since being operated as the historic Lion Tamer Hunting Lodge of Mills River, property was used privately as recreational land by current owners and their guests, hosting scouting groups, hunting excursions and weekend stays. Headwater streams daylight at least three locations on property. Original 800 square foot brick cabin sits near entry at top of three acre open field, with open quad bunks, full bathroom, full kitchen, functional wood burning fireplace and all electric power service, well and septic, winterized annually during colder months. Opposite the main cabin, an expansive open air barn keeps equipment weather-safe, and boasts a kitchenette room and an enclosed storage room. Smaller wood and tractor barns line the upper road leading to the studio cabin, a 256 square foot tiny house with 100 foot loft built in 2024, with full bathroom and raised sleeping loft. Wood trim crafted from aged yellow raw pine, custom made book cases and loft ladder, soapstone fully vented propane stove with thermostatic control. Home was designed with the thought it could be relocated to another area of the property, or could serve as a template for multiple tiny homes along the adjacent upper loop road. Upper field boasts 3 cleared acres of gentle hillside ideal for additional residences, structures or new pen or barn construction. Property entrance just 12 minute drive from Mills River, 19 minute drive from Asheville Regional Airport, 24 minutes to Downtown Hendersonville, and 34 minutes to Downtown Asheville. Property not visible from road, drive-bys not possible. Showings available by appointment only.

45 Watagnee Trail, Horse Shoe

Listing courtesy of Town and Mountain Realty. andy@townandmountain.com
$2,200,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4402768 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
There are mountain homes, and then there are mountain properties that offer the freedom to create a legacy. Set at the end of a quiet road on 33.35+/- unrestricted acres, this exceptional Highlands-area retreat combines breathtaking long-range mountain views, remarkable privacy, and endless possibilities in one of Western North Carolina's most sought-after locations. Surrounded on two sides by U.S. Forest Service land, the property enjoys a rare sense of permanence and seclusion. Rolling woodland, a private pond, natural clearings, and a trail that has already been opened across the larger portion of the acreage invite exploration while revealing the remarkable scale of the land. Several locations throughout the property offer the potential for additional homesites where selective tree limbing or clearing could further enhance the already impressive mountain vistas. At the heart of the property sits a quintessential log cabin that perfectly captures the timeless appeal of mountain living. Warm wood interiors, soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and expansive windows create an inviting atmosphere where natural light and panoramic views become part of the home's design. The dramatic great room serves as a gracious centerpiece for entertaining, equally suited for lively gatherings with friends or peaceful evenings beside the fire after a day spent exploring the mountains. The open kitchen blends beautifully into the living spaces with stainless steel appliances, generous workspace, and effortless flow to the expansive wraparound deck. Extending along three sides of the home, the outdoor living areas offer multiple places to relax, dine, and enjoy the ever-changing mountain landscape. One covered section, complete with a porch swing, provides an idyllic setting for morning coffee, afternoon thunderstorms, or colorful Blue Ridge sunsets. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers three bedrooms and two full baths. Two guest bedrooms, a shared bath, and the laundry room are conveniently located on the main level, while the upper-level primary suite provides a peaceful retreat featuring a newly renovated shower, walk-in closet, abundant attic storage, and a loft workspace overlooking the great room below. The walkout basement adds tremendous flexibility for future expansion. A spacious unfinished area with sliding glass doors opening to the covered patio offers outstanding potential for additional living or recreation space, while a separate workshop with oversized barn-style doors easily accommodates equipment, tools, hobbies, or creative pursuits. With no HOA and no restrictions, this property offers exceptional versatility. Whether envisioning a private family compound, additional residences, a recreational retreat, hiking and camping, hunting, forestry, or simply preserving the land as your own mountain sanctuary, the opportunities are as expansive as the acreage itself. Despite its remarkable privacy, the property is only approximately 15 minutes from Highlands and 30 minutes from Cashiers, placing award-winning dining, boutique shopping, art galleries, live music, seasonal festivals, hiking trails, waterfalls, and countless outdoor adventures comfortably within reach. Starlink service has also performed well for the current owner, offering reliable connectivity while enjoying the peace and beauty of this extraordinary setting. Large unrestricted tracts surrounded by protected land are becoming increasingly rare on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. Combined with a classic log home, spectacular views, and exceptional convenience to two of Western North Carolina's most desirable mountain towns, this is a truly uncommon opportunity. Schedule your private showing today and experience firsthand the beauty, privacy, and possibilities this remarkable mountain retreat has to offer.

4435 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands

Listing courtesy of MOUNTAIN LIFE REAL ESTATE, LLC. doug@mountainlifere.com
$334,000
1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4393398 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
8 Acres Bordering Protected Forest Land | 4 Min to Fonta Flora County Park and Connector Trailhead. Rare private retreat on 8 wooded acres in the Lake James corridor of Western North Carolina. County property card reflects 1 bedroom; property features 2 additional flex/bonus rooms suitable for sleeping. Backs directly to protected forest land with plenty of level, usable acreage. Newly updated kitchen with new cabinets, appliances, countertops, and flooring. Brand-new mini split and doors. Spectrum Internet available. Just 4 minutes to Fonta Flora County Trailhead to enjoy some of Western North Carolina's best hiking, biking, and lake access with panoramic mountain views of Lake James. Perfect as a primary residence, vacation home, Airbnb investment, weekend getaway, or summer lake retreat. Boat storage shed and outbuildings available for purchase. Can be sold furnished. County property card reflects 1 bedroom. Two main-level bonus rooms have sloped ceilings and are not included in heated living area. No septic record on file with county.

2455 Whisper Wind Lane, Morganton

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. danielle@greybeardrealty.com
$355,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4390352 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
MOTIVATED SELLER BRING ALL OFFERS! Unrestricted 10+ Acre Mini-Farm: The Ultimate Mountain Homestead. Rarely do you find a flat, expansive valley tucked into the Blue Ridge Mountains with this level of infrastructure already in place. Located at 3325 Pack Mountain Road, this turnkey mini-farm offers the perfect blend of self-sufficiency, recreation, and country living. Nearly 7 of the 10.35 acres are perimeter fenced and secured by a gated entrance, with a separate fenced backyard ideal for family events and dogs. Livestock-ready infrastructure includes two rotational grazing pastures, permanent wire fencing, and three solar-charged electric polywire fencing systems supporting year-round grazing and pasture management. A bold year-round stream and a second creek provide abundant water for livestock, irrigation, and gardening. Whether your passion is farming, gardening, or self-sufficient living, this property is ready to go. Improvements include a large barn, secondary barn, two poultry coops, five stone-landscaped beds for vegetables, perennials, and cutting flowers, plus an orchard with more than 30 fruit and ornamental trees. The unfenced mountainside offers additional acreage for hiking, hunting, foraging, and trail riding. The charming ranch home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, plus a bonus room. Inside, you'll find an open-concept living area accented by rustic barn doors, a walk-in pantry, and a convenient laundry room. With no HOA and no restrictions, you have the freedom to build, expand, add structures, create a family compound, or live entirely off-grid. Conveniently located just off Highway 64, the property provides easy access to Murphy, Blue Ridge, and McCaysville, while being minutes from the Cherokee National Forest and the Ocoee River. A rare legacy property where the land truly does the work for you.

3325 Pack Mountain Road, Murphy

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies - Bryson City. melissa@chatugerealestate.com
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