Spruce Pine Homes with Waterfall Lot Features

Spruce Pine: A Hidden Gem in North Carolina

Nestled in the heart of Avery County, North Carolina, lies the charming town of Spruce Pine. Known for its natural beauty and small-town charm, Spruce Pine offers a tranquil and picturesque setting for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Surrounded by the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, Spruce Pine boasts an abundance of outdoor recreational activities. From hiking and biking along scenic trails to fishing and boating in pristine lakes, nature enthusiasts will find endless opportunities to explore and connect with the great outdoors.

One of the unique features that sets Spruce Pine apart is its homes with waterfall lot features. True to its name, these properties offer the rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise with a private waterfall on the lot. Imagine waking up to the soothing sound of cascading water and enjoying the serenity of nature right in your backyard. Whether you're looking for a tranquil retreat or a stunning backdrop for entertaining guests, these homes with waterfall lot features are sure to impress.

In addition to its natural wonders, Spruce Pine also boasts a vibrant arts community. The town is home to numerous art galleries, studios, and craft shops, showcasing the talent and creativity of local artists. Visitors can explore the rich cultural heritage of the area through various art exhibits, workshops, and festivals.

With its scenic beauty, outdoor recreational opportunities, and unique homes with waterfall lot features, Spruce Pine offers a truly idyllic living experience. Whether you're looking to retire, raise a family, or simply escape the hustle and bustle of city life, Spruce Pine is a hidden gem worth exploring.

Newest Spruce Pine Homes with Waterfall Lot Features

$2,200,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4386053 MLS ⋅ 1,874 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

An investors dream, steeped in history and held by the Geruso family since 1959, this extraordinary offering represents the last remaining family holdings within the coveted Swiss Pine Lake community. Spanning approximately 125 acres across 7 parcels, the property presents a rare blend of legacy, privacy, and future potential. Included is the Rustic Lodge, rich with character and mountain charm, along with a prime homesite, off Pine Point Rd. This was personally selected by the owner as the intended location for her future residence because of the incredible views. Built from rare old-growth American Chestnut, the lodge showcases exceptional craftsmanship, warmth, and architectural details seldom found today. The dramatic main living area features vaulted ceilings with skylights, exposed log and chinking walls, and an impressive floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace that anchors the space with rustic elegance. Original doors and windows preserve the home’s authentic character, while the front porch overlooks the lake, beach, recreation area, and Geruso Pavilion. Upper-level bonus rooms provide additional accommodations, and the basement offers a laundry area, flexible storage and future possibilities. Located within the established Swiss Pine Lake community, the property benefits from maintained roads, established covenants and restrictions, and thoughtful community guidelines designed to preserve the harmony, beauty, and long-term appeal of this scenic mountain setting known for its distinctive hillside homes. A truly uncommon opportunity to own a significant piece of Swiss Pine Lake history with endless possibilities for a private estate, family retreat, or legacy property. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Mitchell County offers the natural beauty and small-town charm Western North Carolina is known for. Home to scenic mountain vistas, rushing rivers, and endless outdoor recreation, the area is ideal for hiking, fishing, camping, and exploring nearby attractions including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Roan Mountain, the North Toe River, and Pisgah National Forest. Enjoy four distinct seasons with cool mountain summers and vibrant fall foliage. Rich in Appalachian heritage, Mitchell County is known for its welcoming communities, thriving arts and crafts scene, and unique mining history centered around Spruce Pine’s world-renowned quartz deposits. Residents and visitors appreciate the relaxed rural lifestyle, local galleries, festivals, and easy access to nearby destinations including Asheville, Boone, and Johnson City. Whether seeking a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or investment opportunity, Mitchell County offers a timeless mountain setting with lasting appeal.

1971 Swiss Pine Lake Drive, Spruce Pine

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Living. 828-559-2121

$220,140

4323299 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Located directly between Spruce Pine and Burnsville, just off US Hwy. 19-E in the Shadowood Community is a very special and unique acreage, carved out of a mixed hardwood forest in these magnificent mountains, is 4.9 incredible acres featuring and a brand new three-bedroom septic already installed. You only need to decide where to place your home and well. But WAIT… There’s More! A rushing spring fed live water creek runs 400 +/- feet of the property with a good water falls of 10-12 feet, and multiple smaller falls ranging between 3-6 feet affording many cascades and wading pools for pets and children from ages 2 to 92! Live water so pristine that you could drink from it! Imagine that first summer night with the open bedroom windows in your new home… listening to your very own private natural bold creek singing Appalachia’s lullaby as you nod on off to the best sleep you will ever experience on earth. There is a nice path carved out to walk and see the falls. The covenants are light, even affording you the opportunity to stay in a camper as your home breaks ground and continues through completion. On the same note, your investment is protected with appropriate and reasonable deed value protecting covenants. The property holds value that ever increases as fewer and fewer prime tracts like this are available in such a coveted area. So go ahead, and build your home, and if you decide to sell in a year or two, you will understand what a sound investment you have made. The property is perfect for building your beautiful year-round residence, or a vacation retreat at less cost per square foot than in most other sections of the country. Also, its important to acknowledge: THE DEGREE OF FREEDOM IS HIGH, & PROPERTY TAXES ARE LOW! ?The combination of elevation, timber, and topography create a wildlife-rich environment. From the native whitetail population turkey, quail and abundant songbirds, butterflies, fox, rabbits, American bobcats, and black bear. The entire region is known for its national forest and wilderness areas, and you are just a couple miles from the famous Toe River where there is world-class canoe and kayaking, along with a high concentration of the largest specimens of our native brook/speckled trout attracting fly-fishermen from all over the US. In addition to this world-class, clear-water angler’s dream, one can enjoy this backwater all the way from Spruce Pine, to the Mississippi on into the Gulf of America. This beautiful homesite is approximately mid-way between New York and Florida, and is easily one days drive from 60% of the entire US population— New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., New England, Florida and the Mid-west. No matter the road you take, to or from here, it’s always the “scenic route!” Your legacy awaits— You are just 5 minutes away from downtown Spruce Pine, The Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club, and the Blue Ridge Regional Hospital; 10 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway and 20 minutes to the Linville Falls Winery— perfect for wine, music and weekend relaxation; 5 minutes aways from the famous Penland School of Crafts; You will be 10 minutes to downtown Burnsville, or 30 minutes to Lake James, Marion, and I-40; 50 minutes to Asheville, NC; 60 minutes to Johnson City, TN, and the Tri-Cities Airport. This community is two hours from Charlotte, NC.

Pebble Ridge Road, Spruce Pine

Listing courtesy of Foxfire Real Estate, LLC. Peter@FoxfireElite.com

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