For Sale! 136 ac Retreat
742 Shell Stand Rd Almond, NC 28702
MLS#26025232| $1,250,000
The crest of this 136.72 +/- acres reaches up to 2300 feet of elevation surrounding a multi-acre stocked pond reaching into the valley. This pond is fed entirely by fresh springs on the property. This tract features a beautiful Appalachian hardwood forest along with miles of dirt roadbeds throughout.
In addition to the 4 bed 3 bath home, the property has underground power running to 8 site pads perfect for tiny homes, RVs, or cabins. The property is only minutes from Fontana lake and noted motorcycling/auto enthusiast road, Tail of the Dragon.
Additionally, there is an old home, circa 1919, and 2 additional dwellings, one of which was used as a lodge. The lodge has a concrete block first floor with 4 showers, two toilets, and washer and dryer connections. The second is an old bunkhouse. Lastly, there is a 15’x15’ garage with a concrete floor in good condition with a roll-up door, and an old tennis court that needs serious attention. These could be brought up to livable conditions or use water, power, and septic in place to construct new.
The main home has a large living/kitchen area with a stone wood-burning fireplace, a large bedroom, bathroom, and laundry room on the main level. The upper level has 3 additional bedrooms, one with an ensuite and one additional bathroom.
This property would be ideal for developing a retreat, hunting, recreation, timberland, a long-term land investment, or your vision.
Listed by Jon Tharp | Great Smokies Keller Williams | 828-200-7004 or Tharp.Broker@gmail.com
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Nearby Attractions
-Great Hiking trails for the whole family
-World-Class Trout Fishing
- Harrah's Cherokee Casino
- Biltmore Estates
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Smoky Mountain National Park
- White Water Rafting & Kayaking
- Multiple Parks & Rec Center
- Art Galleries
- Museums
- 40,000 acres of off-road trail
- Tail of the Dragon
-World Class Kayaking
-Lakes Such as; Fontana, Glenville, Chatuge