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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,180 sqft
Price per Sqft $309
MLS Listing ID 4283889
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,180
Year Built 1990
Lot Size 1.000 Acres
Acres 1.0
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
A gentle creek meanders through the property, its steady song offering peace in every season. Even during Hurricane Helene, the waters remained safely within their banks. Picture yourself on the covered deck, sipping morning coffee as you listen to the creek flow, or enjoying crisp fall evenings wrapped in privacy and nature's embrace.
Fully renovated in 2022–2023, the home offers peace of mind with a new roof, mini-split HVAC, septic, windows, plumbing, electrical, luxury vinyl plank flooring, designer lighting, and a beautifully refreshed kitchen. It's truly move-in ready—cozy, inviting, and built to last. With its character and updates, it suits many lifestyles: a full-time residence, a romantic mountain escape, a student or faculty rental, or a high-appeal short-term rental.
The location is exceptional. Just a few miles from I-26, you're moments from Mars Hill University and a short drive to Weaverville, Hot Springs, and Asheville's vibrant culture. For investors, proximity to the university means strong rental demand from families, faculty, and campus visitors. For adventurers, opportunities abound: skiing at nearby Hatley Pointe, hiking the iconic Pisgah National Forest and Blue Ridge Parkway, tackling Big Bald on the Appalachian Trail, or chasing waterfalls like Looking Glass Falls and Sliding Rock. Cultural experiences thrive too—enjoy live performances at the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theater, adrenaline at Bailey Mountain Bike Park, or local charm in downtown Mars Hill with its galleries, boutiques, eateries, and seasonal festivals. Madison County also offers horseback riding, breweries, wineries, and the restorative hot springs that give the nearby town its name.
Mars Hill delivers the best of both worlds: small-town mountain living with big-city access. In less than 20 minutes you can be in Asheville, renowned for its food scene, arts, music, and shopping—before returning home to the quiet beauty of your own private sanctuary.
This is more than a home—it's a lifestyle. A place where craftsmanship, nature, and opportunity converge. Whether you dream of cozy nights by the fire, gathering friends for weekends in the mountains, or creating a profitable investment property, this cottage provides the backdrop for memories and moments that will last a lifetime.
Location
State NC
County Madison
Zoning R-A
Rooms
Basement Full, Interior Entry
Main Level Kitchen
Lower Level Laundry
Lower Level Primary Bedroom
Interior
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Heat Pump
Fireplace false
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Laundry Closet
Exterior
Waterfront Description None
Roof Type Shingle
Street Surface Gravel,Paved
Garage false
Building
Lot Description Creek Front, Level, Creek/Stream
Dwelling Type Site Built
Foundation Basement
Sewer Septic Installed
Water Well
Level or Stories One
Structure Type Block
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Unspecified
Middle Schools Unspecified
High Schools Unspecified
Others
Senior Community false
Special Listing Condition None
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