Flawless retreat handcrafted by local artisans directed by award-winning Samsel Architects. Showcased in 'WNC' and 'Asheville Made' magazines. 29 acres of old-growth rhododendrons and laurel embracing this high-efficiency sustainable home. Maple floors connecting expansive soaring light drenched spaces bringing nature inside at your feet! Close your eyes, become the quiet and plan your memorable evening in Downtown Asheville, just 16 minutes away.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
28.42 acresLot Size
$716Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Carol Pennell• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Bought with Rhonda Phillips• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
28.42 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
4,261
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
966673682000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-LD
Low-Density Residential District
The R-LD Low-Density Residential District is primarily intended to provide locations for low-density residential and related-type development in areas where topographic or other constraints preclude intense urban development. These areas are not likely to have public water and sewer services available, and the minimum required lot area will be one acre unless additional land area is required for adequate sewage disposal. These are environmentally sensitive areas that are characterized by one or more of the following conditions: Steep slopes, fragile soils, or flooding.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Public service
Cemetery
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 4
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Wood Burning Stove
Exterior Features: Deck, Enclosed Patio, Outdoor Fireplace, Wired Internet Available
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Hilly, Long Range View, Mountain View, Private, Views, Winter View, Wooded, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 28.42
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Publically Maintained Road: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
Association Fee: $450
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Glen Arden/Koontz
Middle Or Junior High School: Cane Creek
High School: TC Roberson
Location Information
Directions: Hendersonville Road to east on Mills Gap Road 1.2 miles to left on Concord Road 1.5 miles to left on Merrills Cove Road 2.5 miles then right on Merrills Ridge "Drive".... OR I-240E to 74A past Blue Ridge Parkway to right on Rose Hill Road to a left onto Merrills Cove Road to left onto Merrills Ridge "Drive".....
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,261
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 28.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Buncombe County
APN: 966673682000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 4289
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,297
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1238
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1754
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 4289
Foundation Details: Basement Inside Entrance, Basement Outside Entrance, Slab
Builder Name: Samsel Architects
Structure Type: 2 Story/Basement
Around this home
Schools
Glen Arden Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 3.9mi
6/10
Cane Creek Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
T C Roberson High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
2 days above 96° expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.7 hrs
5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$2.92M – $3.53M
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