Polk Homes with Farmhouse Style

Polk Homes with Farmhouse Style

Polk County, located in the state of North Carolina, is a charming area known for its scenic beauty and rich history. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Polk County offers a tranquil and picturesque setting for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle.

One of the unique features of the homes in Polk County is their farmhouse style. True to their heritage, these homes exude a rustic charm that is both timeless and inviting. With their characteristic gable roofs, wrap-around porches, and wooden accents, farmhouse-style homes in Polk County blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings.

Living in a farmhouse-style home in Polk County allows residents to experience the best of both worlds. While enjoying the serenity of the countryside, they are still within easy reach of modern amenities and conveniences. The spacious interiors and open floor plans of these homes provide ample room for families to gather and create lasting memories.

Additionally, Polk County offers a plethora of outdoor recreational activities. From hiking and fishing to horseback riding and golfing, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The county is also home to numerous parks, nature reserves, and scenic trails, allowing residents to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of the area.

If you are looking for a home that combines the charm of farmhouse living with the tranquility of the countryside, Polk County in North Carolina is the perfect place to call home. With its idyllic landscapes and welcoming community, it's no wonder why so many people are drawn to this picturesque county.

Newest Polk Homes with Farmhouse Style

$2,999,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 4409323 MLS 4,310 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
For the first time, Ly-Nard Hills Farm is offered for sale. There are places that hold more than land and buildings. Places that carry the quiet echo of hoofbeats at dawn, the soft murmur of coaching voices, and the laughter of riders who arrived as students and left as champions. Ly-Nard Hills Farm is one of those rare places. For decades this iconic farm has been home to a family whose passion for horses and people reached far beyond the fences. From these fields and arenas, show jumpers were carefully developed and Olympic-level equestrians refined their craft. The lessons taught here, the standards set here, and the kindness shared here touched thousands of lives across the country and around the world. Locally, the farm became a beloved gathering place—where community, mentorship, and lifelong friendships took root alongside the horses. Now the time has come for a new chapter. The main house offers four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, while a spacious guest house could be made into two separate homes as rentals—six bedrooms total one with a full kitchen and the other with a kitchenette. Back of property is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with pasture and two run-in sheds for horses. Nearby groom cabins with two bedrooms and two bathrooms complete the living accommodations, making the property well-suited for continued equestrian use or a private retreat. The barn features 34 stalls. This is more than a property. It is a living legacy offered for sale, ready for the next steward who understands that land this special is meant to be used, loved, and shared. The farm presents remarkable flexibility: continue as a premier horse farm, create a private family estate with equestrian amenities, develop a riding camp or educational program, or explore dividing portions of the land while preserving its character. Some of this acreage is also included in the listing for **9818 State Road Hwy 9**, offering additional options. The property also offers direct access to the CETA horse trail system, allowing riders to enjoy miles of scenic equestrian trails right from the farm. Sold as-is. Some owner financing is available. Campers and a variety of farm and equestrian equipment may be purchased separately, allowing a smooth transition for the next owner. This is a rare chance to own a piece of equestrian history—land that has shaped riders, built character, and created memories that still travel the world. The fences still stand. The arenas still wait. The next chapter is ready to begin.

350 Vick Russell Lane, Columbus

Listing courtesy of One Community Real Estate. sarahlyles828@gmail.com

$649,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 4401928 MLS 1,897 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Nestled on 10.31 beautiful, usable acres in the highly sought-after Lake Adger community of Mill Spring, North Carolina, this charming log cabin offers the perfect blend of mountain serenity, equestrian lifestyle, and timeless rustic appeal. Surrounded by the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this exceptional property invites you to experience peaceful country living without sacrificing convenience. The 1,824-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, thoughtfully designed to embrace both comfort and the natural beauty that surrounds it. A welcoming wrap-around porch creates the perfect place to relax with your morning coffee, entertain friends, or simply take in the fresh mountain air and tranquil setting. Inside, the heart of the home is the spectacular great room, highlighted by a soaring two-story vaulted ceiling and an impressive floor-to-ceiling rock hearth designed for a wood stove—creating a warm, inviting gathering space with classic mountain lodge character. The open-concept kitchen and dining area seamlessly connect to the living space and showcase stunning granite countertops, offering both beauty and functionality for everyday living or entertaining. The upstairs primary suite provides a private retreat and en-suite bath. The adjoining loft is complete with its own deck where you can enjoy peaceful mountain views, breathtaking sunsets, and the sounds of nature. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath offer comfortable accommodations for family, guests, or a home office. The property's gently rolling 10.31 acres offer endless possibilities. Existing equestrian and hiking trails wind through the land, making it ideal for horseback riding, hiking, or simply exploring your own private sanctuary. Local FETA trails are also available with over 150 miles of trails!! With ample usable acreage, there's excellent potential to create pastureland, build horse facilities, or develop additional outdoor living spaces. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or horse property, this land offers the flexibility to make your vision a reality. Lake Adger residents enjoy easy access to one of western North Carolina's hidden gems, with the community boat ramp located just 1.7 miles away. The lake's horsepower restrictions help preserve its peaceful atmosphere, making it perfect for paddle boarding, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and quiet days on the water surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Horse enthusiasts will appreciate being located in Polk County—one of North Carolina's premier equestrian destinations and home to one of the state's highest horse populations. The renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center is just 11.5 miles away, providing world-class competitions, dining, shopping, and year-round events. Everyday conveniences, including grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, and local services, are all just a short drive away, allowing you to enjoy the privacy of mountain living without feeling isolated. Whether you're searching for a peaceful mountain retreat, an equestrian property, or a place where family and guests can gather to enjoy the outdoors, this Lake Adger log cabin offers an exceptional opportunity to embrace the best of western North Carolina living. From its inviting rustic charm and spectacular great room to its expansive acreage, mountain views, trail system, and access to both the lake and world-class equestrian amenities, this property is ready to become your private mountain sanctuary. Successful short term rental. Outdoor shed has been tastefully finished inside.

4551 Lake Adger Parkway, Mill Spring

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. morizz@aol.com

$745,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 4400056 MLS 2,022 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Searching for an equestrian property in Polk County that is updated, meticulously maintained and move-in ready for you and your horses AND also budget friendly? It’s finally here and it’s the only one of its kind in the area in this price range. Perched on a scenic hill, this beautiful 12-acre property offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home features a bright, open floor plan with designer-inspired farmhouse finishes. Quality details include quartz countertops, a stone fireplace, rustic beams and sliding barn doors. Extensive remodeling in the past 3 years includes major improvements -a New Roof, New siding, flooring, exterior stain, interior paint and lighting. For your horses, there’s a 4-stall barn with an additional fifth pony stall, a dedicated tack room, and a wash rack. A riding arena with bluestone footing and acres of fenced pasture. You can ride the trail through your own woods down to the creek. Just 17 minutes from the Tryon International Equestrian Center, only 3 miles from the Green Creek Hunt Club fox hunting territory and a short drive to FETA trails which Polk County residents can obtain a permit to use, it's an equestrian's dream come true. An adaptable second building on the property, previously used as a country store, can easily be converted into secondary living quarters or a workshop. The property also features a storage building for farm equipment, dog fencing, a gated driveway, Spectrum fiber internet, and a concrete slab where an RV set-up or a second barn could be added. Don't wait to schedule your appointment to see this rare find.

1541 Sandy Springs Road, Rutherfordton

Listing courtesy of Sauvé Collective. carol@sauvecollective.com

$399,000
2 Beds 2 Baths 4392486 MLS 1,643 SqFt. ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Welcome to 10 Deer Run Lane, where comfortable country living meets convenience in the scenic foothills of Polk County. Situated on a level 1.26-acre lot, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a peaceful setting with room to enjoy both indoors and out. The bright and inviting interior features a functional floor plan, abundant natural light, and a comfortable living area anchored by a gas log fireplace. The kitchen provides ample cabinet and counter space for everyday living and entertaining, while the adjoining sunroom offers a relaxing place to enjoy a good book, a cup of tea, or views of the backyard. A new (2026) whole-house water filtration system adds peace of mind, and all appliances convey. The HVAC system was replaced approximately 1½ years ago, providing efficient comfort in every season. Outside, established landscaping features blueberry bushes, fragrant gardenias, and mature shade trees, creating a picturesque setting. The detached one-car garage offers abundant storage and includes a versatile finished space with a half bath and a gas wall heater (needs a propane tank), ideal for a home office, hobby room, studio, or retreat. The finished studio is located in the detached garage building, is approximately 433 sq ft, and is not included in the home’s heated living area square footage. An antique equipment barn adds character and additional storage for tools, equipment, or outdoor gear. Served by a private well and septic system, this property offers the benefits of country living while remaining just minutes from downtown Columbus, Tryon, and I-26. If you're seeking a move-in-ready home with charm, functionality, and space to enjoy the outdoors, this property is a must-see.

10 Deer Run Lane, Columbus

Listing courtesy of New View Realty. Kathy@KathyToomey.com

$249,999
2 Beds 1 Baths 4379535 MLS 1,031 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Looking to downsize...this charming 1950s home is nestled on 2.80 acres in Polk County, NC and offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and convenient access to town and major highways. Perched atop a gentle hill, this 1,031 sf farmhouse enjoys year-round mountain views, while overlooking a picturesque horse farm. The classic wraparound porch invites you to sit a spell and enjoy the quiet surroundings before stepping inside this cozy home! The living room is complete with warm cedar paneling and a propane glass-rocks fireplace. From there, the home flows easily into the updated kitchen and dining area or toward the 2 small bedrooms, both bedrooms maintaining the home’s original charm (without built-in closets). Previous owner used one room as a bedroom and the other as a large walk-in closet. A number of home improvements have been completed since 2020 to enhanced the home while preserving its vintage character. Additional features include a wood-burning stove in the unfinished basement/crawlspace area, newer garage doors with remote controls, fenced yard around the house, transferable CPI security system, and attic storage space. The land has long been enjoyed for farming and homesteading, with a ready-to-use garden area, mature blueberry and blackberry bushes, fig trees, roses, and plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the outdoors. Multiple outbuildings, storage sheds, animal shelters, an attached 2-car garage, and a 2-car carport make this property ideal for hobby farming, gardening, or simply embracing a slower pace of life. This property currently shares a well and generator with the cabin behind the house, (owned by same seller). That property will soon be marketed separately, and so the seller is in the process of getting a new power meter placed at the adjoining cabin, but intends to convey both with the shared well. Whether you’re dreaming of a hobby farm, mini homestead, mountain retreat, or quiet country getaway, this special property offers timeless charm in the beautiful foothills of western North Carolina. Shown by appointment only! Selling As-Is. PLEASE...DO NOT WALK AROUND THE PROPERTY WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT AND DO NOT GO DOWN TO THE CABIN PROPERTY THAT'S FOR SALE BEHIND THIS PROPERTY WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT FOR THAT PROPERTY, (See MLS #4379539). Purchase both properties to create a private family compound or expand your investment portfolio with two rental opportunities.

620 Smith Waldrop Road, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Tryon Foothills Realty. viehmancv@windstream.net

$1,675,000
7 Beds 5 Baths 4380552 MLS 3,918 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Set on more than 12 picturesque acres just minutes from the world-renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center, this exceptional farmhouse estate offers an unmatched blend of luxury mountain living, equestrian functionality, and incredible investment potential. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, boutique event venue, luxury Airbnb retreat, or working equestrian property, the possibilities here are truly endless. Designed with horse enthusiasts in mind, the property features three fenced pastures and a well-equipped two-stall barn complete with tack room and hay/shavings storage, creating a turnkey setup for equestrian use. The expansive grounds are beautifully landscaped and centered around one of the property’s most breathtaking features — a luxurious custom creek and waterfall installation stretching over 170 feet and showcasing more than seven cascading waterfalls, creating a truly serene and unforgettable setting rarely found in the area. The spacious 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom residence offers exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guest accommodations, retreat-style hosting, or income-producing opportunities. Several of the bedrooms can easily serve as bunk rooms, offices, fitness spaces, media rooms, or private guest suites, allowing the home to adapt seamlessly to a variety of lifestyles and business ventures. Adding even more versatility is the private 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment above the garage — ideal for guests, caretakers, rental income, or extended family living. Enjoy peaceful mornings and mountain sunsets from the expansive side deck overlooking the rolling countryside and surrounding mountain views. Located just a short drive from one of the country’s premier equestrian destinations, this rare Western North Carolina property combines natural beauty, privacy, functionality, and commercial potential in one extraordinary offering. Additional highlights include brand-new siding, fresh exterior paint, making this property move-in ready while still offering room to personalize and expand its vision. Furnishings negotiable. Approximately 1,706 square feet of total HLA unpermitted.

4647 Big Level Road, Mill Spring

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks. brightscreek.team@allentate.com

$2,695,000
6 Beds 9 Baths 4377505 MLS 3,402 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Welcome to The Hayloft, a rare and romantic estate from a more gracious era—built in 1946 by Carter Brown, the man whose influence helped shape Tryon into the equestrian community it is today. Brown's hand still shows in every corner. Heart pine floors, hand-hewn beams, a stone fireplace anchoring the living room, paneled walls that only deepen with time and this remains one of the few original homes he built. Eighty years on, it reads like the source material for Hunting Country itself, it is heritage and an invitation into a life of tradition, elegance, and the enduring rhythm of equestrian living Twenty-four acres run across pasture, woods, and gentle slope, with stunning year-round mountain views and a serene creek along the lower edge. The property functions as a true compound, 3 separate residences sit thoughtfully placed for privacy and rhythm. The 3-bedroom main home opens into rooms that feel collected rather than decorated, with vaulted ceilings, beams that have held their line for eight decades, and a primary suite organized around its own fireplace. The renovated kitchen carries the load for both holiday cooking and Tuesday morning coffee, with a gas range, double oven, beverage refrigerator, generous island, and a walk-in pantry sized for people who actually cook. Open floorplan flow runs from the kitchen through the dining room and into a family room and den, both with fireplaces of their own. Sunday dinners and quiet weekday breakfasts find their own rhythms in the same set of rooms. The primary suite sits behind its own fireplace, with a walk-in closet, an updated bath, and the kind of stillness that only old houses on private acreage can offer. The two-bedroom plus office/flex, two-and-a-half-bath guest house is a proper residence in its own right at 3,427 square feet, with full kitchen, two-car garage, an expansive lower level, and a back deck that opens to the property. Long-term rental, extended family, or staff: it earns its keep all three ways. A pool house with a one-bedroom apartment ties to the indoor pool and entertaining bar, adding a third option for staff, family, or additional income. Total interior space exceeds 6,750 square feet across the three homes. A whole-house generator, high-speed internet, and ductless mini-split climate control bring the historic bones up to modern working order. Current ownership has invested in upgrades over the past two years. Outside, front and rear porches run the length of the main house, framing year-round mountain views and the kind of long, slow sunsets that earned this part of the Carolinas its reputation. Complete with a 4-stall center-aisle barn with half bath, wash rack, hay storage, and tack room. A 2-stall shed row barn. A 2-stall run-in shed, 8 fenced paddocks across 12 acres of pasture and slope. The covered Morton arena measures 192 by 66 feet, with lights, European walls, and sand and rubber footing. The property connects directly to the FETA trail system for miles of trail riding and Tryon International Equestrian Center is approximately 20 minutes away. The location pulls its weight for owners who travel. Hendersonville is about 30 minutes north and Asheville roughly 45. Spartanburg and Greenville both sit under 45 minutes south, with downtown Greenville's food and arts scene a regular weekend draw. GSP and Asheville Regional airports come in at 35 to 45 minutes for domestic travel. Charlotte Douglas Airport is approximately 90 minutes. The Hayloft is rare not because it is historic and not because it is large, but because there are only a handful of original Carter Brown homes with equestrian amenities that you will ever find. A property this stitched into the history of Tryon does not come up often, and rarely twice in one generation.

777 S River Road, Tryon

Listing courtesy of Blackstream International Real Estate, LLC. debra@blackstreaminternational.com

$1,190,000
5 Beds 5 Baths 4366416 MLS 3,351 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Now offered as 378 & 374 Collinsville Road—a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated equestrian estate featuring a stunning main residence and a separately addressed two-story equestrian barn with a fully permitted upstairs apartment with its own well, septic, and electrical service. From the moment you enter the maple-lined driveway, you'll appreciate the privacy, breathtaking mountain views, and unforgettable sunsets that define this exceptional property. The main home offers vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, hardwood flooring, updated kitchen cabinetry and countertops, fresh interior paint, new HVAC systems (2024), a new roof (2024), encapsulated crawlspace, updated baths, and a flexible floor plan with multiple ensuite options, a dedicated home office, library/sunroom, spacious loft, oversized walk-in attic, and an attached two-car garage with built-in storage and gym features. Outdoor living is equally impressive with expansive front and rear porches, a two-level trellis deck pre-wired for a hot tub and outdoor kitchen, a fire pit, greenhouse, garden shed, and raised-bed garden. The fully renovated two-story barn features two horse stalls (can modify to four stalls), a temperature-controlled tack room, half bath, concrete floors with stall mats, and a beautifully finished upstairs apartment complete with a full kitchen, full bath, and washer/dryer hookups. The barn can easily be expanded to four stalls and offers a level area ideal for a round pen or riding arena, with additional pasture expansion potential. Two fenced paddocks with run-ins, trails throughout the property, nearby Collinsville Equestrian Trail (CETA) access, and a location just 15 minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center complete this one-of-a-kind offering. NEARLY $200K IN UPDATES/IMPROVEMENTS SINCE 2024!! An extensive list of renovations, upgrades, and features is attached to the listing and available upon request. Co-listing agent is an owner.

378 & 374 Collinsville Road, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Whitesell Real Estate Group. bradwhitesellrealtor@gmail.com

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