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4392 Island Ford  Road, Brevard
$675,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4425014 MLS
Some properties offer more than just a place to call home, they offer a connection to the land, a sense of history, and a way of life that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Welcome to 4392 Island Ford Road, a quintessential mountain retreat built in 1947 on land that has been cherished by the same family for generations. Located along iconic Island Ford Road, one of Transylvania County's most scenic and beloved country roads, the journey home is part of the experience. Rolling pastures, picturesque farms, historic summer camps, and breathtaking views of Dunn's Rock create a landscape that captures the timeless beauty and slower pace of life in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Perched on a peaceful knoll above the road, the home enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquility while remaining conveniently close to historic downtown Brevard. Here, you'll find the perfect balance of peaceful country living and easy access to the restaurants, galleries, shops, and vibrant arts community that make Brevard such a special place. Nearby Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Recreational Forest offer world-class hiking, mountain biking, waterfalls, fishing, and endless opportunities to explore the outdoors. The home itself is filled with character, warmth, and possibilities. With substantial square footage under roof, the property offers an abundance of flexible bonus space ready to accommodate visiting friends and family, creative pursuits, hobbies, or simply room to spread out and enjoy mountain living. The wood-burning stove serves as a natural gathering place, bringing warmth and comfort to the home while perfectly complementing its nostalgic mountain character. Beyond the main residence, a sizable old workshop provides exceptional space for woodworking, tinkering, equipment, or whatever projects inspire you. Just off the lower level, an absolutely charming little pottery shed adds another layer of personality and possibility, a delightful space for an artist, gardener, or anyone who appreciates the simple pleasures of creating something with their hands. What makes this property truly special is not just its improvements or location, but the feeling of being here. The peaceful setting, the generations of family history, the character of the outbuildings, and the surrounding pastoral landscape all come together to create something authentic and increasingly rare. 4392 Island Ford Road is an invitation to embrace a simpler rhythm of life, surrounded by the natural beauty, history, and enduring charm of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A place to gather, create, explore, and make memories for generations to come.

4392 Island Ford Road, Brevard

419 Big Bend  Road, Brevard
$440,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4398775 MLS
Charming and full of character, this adorable cottage is resting within the city limits of Brevard on a beautiful, picturesque lot that offers both convenience and opportunity. Step inside to find fresh updates, gorgeous kitchen cabinetry, newer appliances, hardwood and tile flooring, and updated vinyl windows that fill the home with natural light. The home features two heating systems for added comfort and flexibility. Outside, you'll discover a gardener's dream with plenty of room to grow, plus a level lot with potential for subdivision (buyer to verify). A spacious 20' x 24' detached garage with workshop provides excellent storage, hobby space, or room for projects, and an additional garden shed offers even more functionality. Enjoy relaxing evenings around the outdoor fireplace on the patio, entertain family and friends, or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings. An extra parking pad adds convenience for guests, recreational vehicles, or additional cars. Located just minutes from vibrant downtown Brevard, you'll love being close to shopping, dining, breweries, music venues, and all the outdoor adventures that make this area so special. Explore nearby trails, waterfalls, and world-class mountain biking in the Pisgah National Forest, or hop on the local greenway and bike path connecting Brevard and Pisgah Forest. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or investment opportunity, this adorable property is ready to welcome you home. FYI TV Shelving and Office Shelving does not convey.

419 Big Bend Road, Brevard

236 Glazener  Road, Brevard
$1,377,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4392817 MLS
Exceptional new construction just one mile from Main Street Brevard, where refined mountain living meets one of Western North Carolina’s most beloved small-town lifestyles. This steel-framed custom spec home by DS Developers blends elevated design, high-end finishes, and a peaceful wooded setting with easy access to restaurants, shops, galleries, music, breweries, festivals, and outdoor adventure that make Brevard such a special place to call home. Thoughtfully positioned on a 0.48-acre homesite with mountain and winter views, 236 Glazener Road offers modern mountain architecture, privacy, convenience and low maintenance in equal measures. From here, you can enjoy morning coffee on the covered porch, meet friends downtown for dinner or live music, spend the day exploring Pisgah National Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, Ceasar's Head or DuPont State Recreational Forest, and return home to a beautifully designed retreat just minutes away. Inside, the main level is open, bright, and beautifully detailed, featuring soaring ceilings, dramatic windows, wide-plank wood floors, a striking gas fireplace, and seamless access to covered outdoor living. The Designer Kitchen serves as the heart of the home with custom cabinetry and GE Monogram appliances featuring a large island with breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, gas cooking, electric wall oven with microwave speed oven, and generous space for gathering and entertaining. The private upper-level primary suite offers a quiet retreat with beautiful natural light and unobstructed views of the trees and seasonal mid-range mountain views. The spa-inspired bath includes a garden tub, comfortable tiled shower and walk-in closet. The finished walk-out lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, media room, storage, and both interior and exterior access, creating excellent flexibility for guests, family, work, or recreation. Outdoor living is central to the experience, with covered porches, rear deck, patio space, fire pit, in-ground irrigation, and a wooded backdrop that feels private while remaining remarkably close to town. Additional features include steel-framed construction, detached two-car garage connected by a covered breezeway, city water, natural gas, fiber optics, underground utilities, tankless water heater, zoned heating and cooling, no HOA, and minimal deed restrictions. This home is a rare opportunity to own a newly completed, architecturally distinctive home that captures the best of Brevard: year-round mountain character, modern comfort, high-quality construction, outdoor lifestyle, and exceptional 1 mile proximity to downtown Brevard.

236 Glazener Road, Brevard

911 Green Hill  Road, Brevard
$850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4391407 MLS
Perched near the summit of Dunn’s Rock outside of Brevard, this cozy mountaintop home showcases a spectacular, long-range view overlooking the French Broad River Valley and Pisgah National Forest beyond that stands as one of the absolute finest vistas in Transylvania County. Secluded at the end of a private road, this tidy Appalachian getaway offers the ultimate setting for peaceful, private mountain living. Inside, the sun-drenched living area serves as an incredible vantage point, where a brick floor, fireplace, and wood stove anchor a striking wall of glass that frames the panoramic view. This glass wall opens directly to the outdoor living area, offering a seamless transition to the sweeping scenery. The interior showcases beautifully kept, low-maintenance spaces, including updated baths tastefully finished with tile, glass enclosures, shiplap walls, and modern fixtures. While wrapped in total mountain serenity, this property keeps you incredibly close to local culture and adventure. Located just ten minutes from Cedar Mountain and fifteen minutes from downtown Brevard, the home offers easy access to the 13-mile Scenic 276 Arts Corridor and its vibrant collection of craft studios. Cedar Mountain serves as your personal gateway to the 12,500-acre DuPont State Forest, renowned for its epic trail system and famous waterfalls, while the local community charms with its roadside cafes, markets, and local distillery. Experience the layout through the 3D Tour here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=KyRkjmq1mch&mls=1

911 Green Hill Road, Brevard

135 Cambridge  Drive, Brevard
$475,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4331012 MLS
This 2 BR, 2 Bath cottage is in Deerlake Village, once a camp and now an association known for its friendly residents and desirable amenities including pool, lake, clubhouse, walking trails, parks and plenty of greenspace. Rich in natural beauty, Deerlake is a vibrant, self-managed and aesthetically pleasing community of approximately 210 homes & 30 condominiums. Welcoming you into this one-level home is an open floor plan with high ceilings, and plenty of natural sunlight. The large kitchen, 16'6"x 15', has extensive cabinet and storage space, and is handy to the laundry and 1 car garage. This home has a 14'x14' primary bedroom and good size primary bath. Relax on the 20 ft screened porch overlooking the backyard that leads down to a creek and woods, a lovely, natural setting with a hedge of tall evergreens and specimen trees planted by the former owner. This house will be a delightful and carefree residence for years to come. This home is just 4 houses from the entrance to Deerlake walking trails that wind through the woods up to the sluiceway below the lake. Only kayaks and canoes on the lake. Roof and energy efficient solar panels installed in 2019, and gas hot water heater new in Dec 2025. This home is Inside the city limits of Brevard, with its enticing restaurants, art galleries, breweries and music venues. Only a 10 min drive to the entrance to Pisgah National Forest, for glorious mountain biking and hiking. Flood plain comes to middle of backyard. Rentals must be a minimum of 6 months. No fences permitted. The streets are publicly maintained, keeping annual dues low. See home inspection, and repair & misc receipts. Website Deerlakevillage.org for association info and photos.

135 Cambridge Drive, Brevard

361 Rainbow Lake  Drive, Brevard
$293,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4327446 MLS
Charming and updated, this two bedroom cottage is ready for new owners. The one level living with storage below could be a year-round or seasonal residence for you. The living room and kitchen area feels open and bright with abundant natural light flowing through the space and classic, cabin style cabinetry and counters. There is a front covered porch overlooking the front yard and gardens and a side open 10x10 sun deck and potting shed. The open level lot features an established garden area, and fire-pit area with impressive rock retaining wall. This property captures the essence of outdoor living in the mountains. This private location is only 15 minutes to downtown Brevard, less than 5 minutes to world class trout rivers on East Fork and downtown Rosman only a few miles away. The cell phone reception is two bars with Verizon and the internet speed is 82 Mbps down and 32Mbps upload, more than enough for streaming and working remotely. The home does have central heat and air with a back up propane heater that works even if the power is out. In the summer, the wooded lot offers a shaded canopy keeping you cool and in winter the sunlight pours in with southern exposure. Under the house is room to store your toys and is where the HVAC system is located. If you are looking for entry level mountain living and want a home that is move-in ready in this price range, take a serious look at what this property offers. No HOA or dues in the Rainbow Lake community.

361 Rainbow Lake Drive, Brevard

200 Nimitz  Drive, Brevard
$374,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4325622 MLS
Tucked away at the end of a private lane and surrounded by 2.13 acres of peaceful forest, this beautifully cared-for 1930s mountain cottage is the definition of Western North Carolina charm. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, the home lives far larger than its footprint—thanks in part to its expansive screened-in porch with a gabled ceiling and year-round wooded views. The property itself feels like a small homestead: organic soil, established perennial gardens, herbs and raised beds, room for livestock or creative ventures, and two fresh mountain springs that frame the land. With no HOA and no restrictions, the possibilities here are wide open—gardening, small farming, chickens (coop and fencing already in place), additional structures, or simply spreading out and living quietly in the woods. A true slice of paradise, yet just 8 minutes to downtown Brevard. Inside, the cottage is warm, soulful, and open. Recent updates blend modern comfort with nostalgic character: freshly painted interiors, refinished spaces, updated brass fixtures, custom lighting, new kitchen hardware, and restored windows, flooring, and closets. The home is truly turnkey, with extensive system updates including: fully professional interior/exterior painting, HVAC duct cleaning, generator servicing, septic pumping, propane inspection, new water heater, a 2-year-old well pump, and a fully restored crawlspace with new insulation, vapor barrier, and a high-efficiency dehumidifier—ensuring clean air and peace of mind. Whether you’re searching for a full-time residence, a peaceful mountain getaway, or a short-term rental investment (allowed here with zero restrictions), this property is a rare and magical opportunity. A place that feels like a retreat — a sanctuary for healing, creativity, and transformation — yet still close enough to town to enjoy every convenience. This is more than a home. It’s a storybook cottage in the woods, waiting for its next chapter.

200 Nimitz Drive, Brevard

35 Oak St, Brevard
$1,270,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 1002174 MLS
Tucked away on its private right-of-way into the property, this unique Brevard home offers the rare combination of in-town living with street privacy. Just minutes from downtown shops, galleries, restaurants, Brevard College, the Lumberyard Arts District, and the bike trail, you’ll feel connected to everything while enjoying your own retreat. This property is designed for gatherings, multi-generational living, investment, or creative uses. The main home welcomes you with a spacious living room, dining area, kitchen, laundry, and a screened porch perfect for summer evenings. The primary suite on the main level feels like its own retreat, with a cozy sitting area and private deck. Upstairs, another full-bedroom suite offers a living space of its own, perfect for guests, and it can easily be converted back into two bedrooms if desired. The lower level expands your options even more: with its own entrance, kitchen, laundry, bedroom, and living room, the basement can serve as part of the main home or as a fully independent in-law or guest suite. Just steps away, the barn loft offers an efficiency apartment complete with a kitchen, living area, and sleeping area. This flexible space could be a fantastic studio for an artist or musician, a private office, or an additional guest suite. The lower level of the barn provides exceptional storage and is already plumbed for a half-bath, offering potential for future expansion. And here’s the rare bonus: the property is grandfathered in for short-term rentals, with no requirement that you live on site. That opens the door to rental income, whether you choose to use one space, all three, or simply enjoy the flexibility of multiple independent living areas. Where else in town will you find a property with three kitchens, three laundry areas, short-term rental approval, and privacy right in the heart of Brevard? Whether you’re hosting friends and relatives, working from home, or seeking rental or creative studio opportunities, this home truly adapts to your lifestyle. If you’ve been looking for a property that blends privacy, convenience, and endless possibilities all within the heart of Brevard, you’ve found it.

35 Oak St, Brevard

243 Ridgeline  Drive, Brevard
$3,750,000
6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4313542 MLS
Total privacy, breathtaking long-range ridgetop views, dramatic waterfalls, tranquil streams, a meadow and miles of trails on this 96+ acre mountain retreat make the ideal setting for the property’s 4 residences. With a main house, guest cottage, garage apartment, and rustic antique log cabin, each prominently situated along the ridge at an elevation of over 3,000 feet, this property is the ideal multi-generational family legacy property. DuPont State Forest is close by, with a trailhead less than 2.5 miles away, and the property adjoins large private conservation lands. Over 2 miles of professionally built trails, both UTV and foot trails, link the homes on the ridge, an open meadow area and the property’s bold streams with the natural beauty of the forests and falls. With its mature hardwood forest, the land is bounded on the north by bold, clear Williamson Creek and on the south by over 2,000 feet of beautiful Laurel Creek, which features three waterfalls. The stunning, private trio of falls are dramatic destinations for sightseeing, picnics, photography or tranquil reflection. The main house is designed for comfort and luxury, with hardwood floors, hand hewn beam accents, a free-standing wood stove, and expansive windows showcasing the amazing views. The guest cottage, with its equally terrific views and a rambling, comfortable floorplan, is ready for your creative updates. Additionally, the recently updated garage apartment provides an excellent opportunity for guest accommodation or a creative workspace. The rustic cabin, set at the farthest end of the ridge and constructed with antique logs, adds a touch of history and authenticity to the property, making it an ideal spot for quiet contemplation or a cozy retreat. The property's location, situated between Brevard and Cedar Mountain, ensures easy access to amenities while preserving the tranquility and seclusion of your mountaintop escape. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, a family compound, a truly dramatic outdoor recreation area or a place to pursue creative endeavors, this estate offers a wide range of possibilities.

243 Ridgeline Drive, Brevard

35 Oak  Street, Brevard
$1,270,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4307255 MLS
Tucked away on its private right-of-way into the property, this unique Brevard home offers the rare combination of in-town living with street privacy. Just minutes from downtown shops, galleries, restaurants, Brevard College, the Lumberyard Arts District, and the bike trail, you’ll feel connected to everything while enjoying your own retreat. This property is designed for gatherings, multi-generational living, investment, or creative uses. The main home welcomes you with a spacious living room, dining area, kitchen, laundry, and a screened porch perfect for summer evenings. The primary suite on the main level feels like its own retreat, with a cozy sitting area and private deck. Upstairs, another full-bedroom suite offers a living space of its own, perfect for guests, and it can easily be converted back into two bedrooms if desired. The lower level expands your options even more: with its own entrance, kitchen, laundry, bedroom, and living room, the basement can serve as part of the main home or as a fully independent in-law or guest suite. Just steps away, the barn loft offers an efficiency apartment complete with a kitchen, living area, and sleeping area. This flexible space could be a fantastic studio for an artist or musician, a private office, or an additional guest suite. The lower level of the barn provides exceptional storage and is already plumbed for a half-bath, offering potential for future expansion. And here’s the rare bonus: the property is grandfathered in for short-term rentals, with no requirement that you live on site. That opens the door to rental income, whether you choose to use one space, all three, or simply enjoy the flexibility of multiple independent living areas. Where else in town will you find a property with three kitchens, three laundry areas, short-term rental approval, and privacy right in the heart of Brevard? Whether you’re hosting friends and relatives, working from home, or seeking rental or creative studio opportunities, this home truly adapts to your lifestyle. If you’ve been looking for a property that blends privacy, convenience, and endless possibilities all within the heart of Brevard, you’ve found it.

35 Oak Street, Brevard

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