New Forest Mountain Homes with Private Lot Features

New Forest Mountain Homes with Private Lot Features

Welcome to New Forest Mountain, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Union Mills, Rutherford County, North Carolina. This charming community offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, surrounded by the natural beauty of the North Carolina mountains.

One of the standout features of the homes in New Forest Mountain is the abundance of private lot options available. Imagine waking up to the serene sounds of nature, with your own piece of land to explore and enjoy. Whether you dream of a sprawling backyard for gardening or a secluded spot to unwind after a long day, these homes with private lot features truly offer a slice of paradise.

With easy access to outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping, residents of New Forest Mountain can embrace a lifestyle that celebrates the great outdoors. The community is also conveniently located near local amenities, schools, and shopping, making it a perfect blend of seclusion and convenience.

If you are seeking a home where tranquility meets modern comfort, look no further than New Forest Mountain. Discover the perfect retreat in this idyllic subdivision and experience the best of mountain living in Union Mills, North Carolina.

Newest New Forest Mountain Homes with Private Lot Features

$128,066
4327400 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This nice piece of property in a gated community provides privacy and seclusion with part of your utilities already in place. With community water and underground power, you're not far from being ready to plant your home in the ideal spot. The hardest choice is which view you want to soak in each morning. With great mountain views on each side of the homesite and the driveway to bring you to it, go ahead and get wild with large, open windows and wrap-around balconies. Over 4 acres of land to live and play, and nothing stopping you from owning your dream! Call or text to discuss options-(** other MLS#). There are mature hardwood trees sprinkled along the driveway up to the cleared out site! Always check with county zoning and permitting with any plans/needs you have for any property prior to submitting an offer. Bring an offer today and start working on the plans to your new home or getaway, prior to the new year kicking off!

N Tranquility Trail Unit #41, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
$109,039
4327403 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
"When the view opens up to Breathtaking, you've arrived. The homesite is up the drive to the right." Take a ride through this community that is sprinkled with natural wonders, and pull right up to this great tract of acreage that has so much to offer to its owner. Roads are cut into just under 16 acres of land with several options for a, or several potential homesites. There are amazing mountain views to captivate and mysteries to explore within. Breathtaking views at a precut homesite, & the other side of the property has an old stream that still flows lightly into a pond basin that has water, and leads to a dry creek bed. Who knows what treasures there may be... but do know that the community well and underground power gives anyone a head start on getting their new home in place! Feeling like a Nature Park of your own... with the potential to have a Waterfall, Cave, Pond... All lots owned by the seller are available for purchase (10+ listings, over 160+ acres). Call or text to inquire about a discount "cluster" pricing for sections or for it all at a discount!

The Falls Road Unit #3, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
$109,039
4327404 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This is truly the "sunset lot" if you have ever seen one!!!! Just Wait, where your homesite would capture all that there is in the beautiful mountains that you will get to be a part of! The forest opens up to what is quite possibly the most picturesque, long range view that you've ever witnessed in person... and for this price! If you wrote a story about driving to this property, that would pretty much capture the essence. You come through the gates of an unassuming community in the foothills of North Carolina. You navigate through wooded roads, with mature trees throughout and beautiful homes nestled away here and there in the backdrop. You know you're there when the WNC mountains fill your entire panoramic view with layer after layer of ridgescape. Perch your home right in front of this breathtaking view and soak in the wonders of nature all around. Feel like everyday is another in your own nature park... or just consider the potential what a beautiful home paired with such perfect surroundings can create. Speaking of Nature Park... Waterfall, Cave, Pond... All lots owned by seller are available for purchase (10+ listings in total, over 160+ acres). Call or text if more info is needed.

The Falls Road Unit #1, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
$98,062
4327413 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Large tract of land inside of the gates of the lovely New Forest Mountain, 20+ acres. Multiple road access points. The bottom section is off the paved Deer Path (It's easier to go in at the top via the road; park and head down from there. Best Mountain views on this lot from there! If you review the plat, you'll be able to easily locate the property between the two driveways). To continue up to North Tranquility, come in from the upper portion(Where the paved road ends, there is a circle "round-about" and stay to the right). Multiple road entry points equal multiple building options for anyone who is looking to own/invest in a very private community w/ some of the most breathtaking natural resources that you'll see on private land & have the opportunity to purchase, also...(You can have a Nature Park, of your own - Waterfall, Cave, Pond! All lots owned by seller ARE available for purchase @discounted rate, if bought together! See the other MLS Listings). Call/text with any questions.

N Tranquility Trail Unit #20.32 Acres, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
$613,906
4327388 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Enjoy a natural shower in the fresh flowing waters of WNC—your very own ±175-foot PERSONAL WATERFALL tumbling through the heart of ~17 private acres, framed by sweeping, unobstructed mountain views. This is not just another mountain tract; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime sanctuary where rare natural wonders meet modern readiness!!! Imagine stepping outside to hike or bike your private trails that lead to a dramatic cascade, cooling off beneath a natural shower formed by the rock ledge, or exploring sandy-bottom creeks that meander through your land. A tranquil man-made pond adds to the peaceful setting, while abundant wildlife makes every visit feel like stepping into a nature preserve. Each day here brings awe, serenity, and a renewed sense of connection—because this isn’t just land, it’s a lifestyle. The property already offers multiple cleared homesites, each carefully placed for privacy and breathtaking vistas. Whether your vision is a mountain lodge, a modern glass retreat, or multiple cabins for guests and family—with underground power in place. Set within the secure, gated community of New Forest Mountain, this tract offers the best of both worlds: total peace and seclusion, with convenient access to the region’s best destinations. Just minutes from local dining and essentials, you’re also centrally located to major hubs: ~1 hr to Asheville or Greenville/Spartanburg (GSP International Airport), ~1.5 hrs to Charlotte (CLT International Airport), and easy drives to Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, and Hendersonville for lakeside recreation, shopping, and festivals. Highlights RECAP! ***Personal ±175-ft waterfall—private, dramatic, and awe-inspiring*** 17+/- acres with mountain views, pond, creeks, and trails Multiple cleared homesites with privacy and stunning vistas Underground power & water hookups already in place Gated community for peace and security Easy access to Asheville, Greenville, Charlotte, Lake Lure & more This tract is being offered as a standalone opportunity, perfect for the buyer who values exclusivity and a one-of-a-kind property. For those seeking even more land, views, and features, additional acreage can be acquired for a premium package, creating a larger estate or investment opportunity rarely seen in Western North Carolina. Opportunities like this are virtually impossible to duplicate at this price—or at all. Proof of funds or pre-approval required to tour (agent access only). With interest rates dropping and demand rising, this gem won’t last long. Call today to walk the land, hear the water, and feel the magic for yourself!

The Falls Road Unit #17.73+/- Acres Waterfall, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
$1,905,029
4327365 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Not all luxury is constructed. Some of it is discovered! Offered at a level seldom seen for an asset of this magnitude, Shoal Ridge + Falls Road presents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire 160+± acres of gated, generational land in the foothills of Western North Carolina—where elevation, water, privacy, and long-range vistas intersect with intention. This is not merely acreage; it is a place of presence and permanence. Fog drifts through the valleys at dawn, sunsets ignite the ridgelines in warm light, and evening skies reveal uninterrupted constellations—each day offering a different expression of the landscape’s quiet power. From select elevated vantage points, the property captures 100-mile+/- layered mountain panoramas across the Blue Ridge. On exceptionally clear days, binocular-assisted sightlines may extend to the distant Black Mountains, including Mount Mitchell, as well as far-off summits near Mount Pisgah and Waterrock Knob. Even under cloud cover, the overlapping ridges deliver exceptional depth, scale, and atmosphere—views that consistently outperform expectations. The land itself is defined by rare natural elements: • A private waterfall estimated at approximately 175 ft+/- • A natural cave, accessed by a private trail, showcasing striking teal-toned water • A pond and gently flowing creeks with sandy beds • Multiple carefully positioned, cleared homesites, each offering separation and distinct outlooks • An established interior road network throughout Currently configured across multiple parcels—including five 19–20± acre tracts at Shoal Ridge and additional Falls Road acreage—this offering allows for singular estate ownership, selective subdivision, or long-term stewardship as a private preserve or retreat-oriented compound. The groundwork has already been laid. Gated access, underground power, shared well infrastructure, and internal roads are in place—removing common development barriers while preserving freedom of design. With no HOA, no minimum square footage requirements, and only light original covenants affecting portions of the land, this property offers autonomy rarely found at this scale. Despite its seclusion, the location remains highly convenient—minutes to Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, and Hendersonville, with accessible routes to Asheville, Greenville/Spartanburg, and Charlotte for regional and international connectivity. This is a property that rewards presence! Shoal Ridge + Falls Road must be experienced to be fully understood. Proof of funds or pre-approval required prior to scheduling a showing.

The Falls Road Unit #161.95+/- Acres, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
$68,790
4327415 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Directions: As you meander along the road, a panoramic sunset mountain view explodes before your senses; you're there! The forest opens up to what is quite possibly the most picturesque, long range view that you've ever witnessed in person for what a great price, perch on the hillside of your dreams, for full time, get away or better yet.... If you wrote a story about driving to this property, that would pretty much capture the essence. Perch your home right in front of this breathtaking view and soak in the wonders of nature all around! Feel like everyday is another in your own nature park... or just consider the potential what a beautiful home paired with such perfect surroundings can create. You come through the gates of an unassuming community in the foothills of North Carolina. You navigate through wooded roads, with mature trees throughout and beautiful homes nestled away here and there in the backdrop. ALSO - Speaking of Nature Park... Waterfall, Cave, Pond... Check out All the lots/other MLS#S owned by seller are available for purchase (10+ listings in total, over 160 acres). Call or text to inquire about bulk pricing.

The Falls Road Unit #2, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
$956,340
4327364 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Not all luxury is built. Some of it is discovered. An extraordinary opportunity awaits within New Forest Mountain—over 60+ acres of gated, infrastructure-ready land anchored by one of the most compelling natural features in Western North Carolina: your own private ±175-foot waterfall, cascading through the heart of the property and setting the tone for a sanctuary that is both powerful and serene. This is far more than a mountain tract. It is a rare convergence of scale, water, elevation, and readiness—a setting where sweeping, unobstructed mountain views frame a landscape shaped by flowing creeks, quiet forest paths, and dramatic changes in terrain. Here, every step feels intentional, every vista earned. Private trails invite exploration—leading to sandy-bottom streams, shaded swimming holes, and the waterfall itself, where a natural rock ledge forms a cooling cascade and an unforgettable sensory experience. The sound of moving water, the stillness of the forest, and the privacy of the land create a sense of calm that is increasingly difficult to find. Beyond the waterfall, the property features a tranquil man-made pond, meandering creeks, abundant wildlife, and multiple cleared homesites, each thoughtfully positioned to offer privacy and commanding outlooks. The foundation is already in place: underground power and water access are installed, allowing you to move directly into the building phase—whether your vision is a refined mountain retreat, a contemporary glass residence, or a collection of cabins designed for family, guests, or legacy use. Located within a secure, gated mountain community, this tract balances seclusion with accessibility. Enjoy proximity to everyday essentials while remaining centrally positioned—approximately one hour to Asheville or Greenville/Spartanburg, 1.5 hours to Charlotte, and just minutes from Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, and Hendersonville for dining, recreation, and seasonal events. Notable Features: • Private ±175-foot waterfall—rare, dramatic, and entirely yours • Over 60+ acres of diverse, usable terrain • Multiple cleared homesites with long-range mountain views • Underground power in place; water available • Pond, creeks, trail system, and natural recreation areas • Gated setting offering privacy and peace of mind Additional acreage and unique features may be available by request, including access to a private natural cave, expanded homesites, and extended mountain views—with the potential to combine into a much larger legacy holding. Properties of this caliber—especially those defined by water, views, and readiness—are exceptionally difficult to replicate at any price point. Proof of funds or pre-approval required prior to touring. Agent-accompanied showings only. This is a land offering that must be walked, heard, and felt to be fully understood.

The Falls Road, Union Mills

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM
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