Meticulously maintained, thoughtfully updated, and superbly sited to enjoy marvelous mountain vistas and cooling breezes. This rustic-meets-contemporary, multi-generational gem ticks all the boxes! Light filled Primary BR with updated porcelain tiled bath. Newly remodeled kitchen incorporates handsome granite counters with breakfast bar and farm house sink. Generous Living Room flanked by stacked stone fireplace, vaulted beamed ceilings, french doors, lighted cabinetry and gleaming hardwoods flows effortlessly into Dining area and adjacent deck - allowing seamless space for entertaining! Downstairs in-law suite boasts an eat-in kitchen, full bath, office, bonus room with oversized sliders to enjoy sweeping views from the adjacent stone patio - and no-step separate entrance. Oversized 2 car garage -as well as workshop and plenty of additional storage!
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
2.49 acresLot Size
$263Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Timothy Reid Johnson• Tryon Horse & Home LLC
Contact: tjohnson@tryonhorseandhome.com
Bought with Karen Bosse• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks
Absolutely stunning setting with year round views of Mt. Pisgah over the French Broad River valley! This beautiful log home sits atop 2.49 private acres and has wonderful outdoor living spaces including 2 covered front porches, an expansive back deck, and a lower level patio with mountain views. The main level of this home features an open kitchen and dining room, living room with vaulted ceilings, master bedroom en suite, and 2 guest rooms with a full bath. The lower level is ideal for an in-law suite with a 2nd kitchen, 2 bonus rooms, a full bath and family room. Other great features include beautiful wood floors, newly stained exterior, new metal roof with leaf guards, new stainless steel appliances, plenty of new light fixtures, both a gas fireplace and a wood burning stove, garage shop area with cabinets and storage space, great landscaping and more! Conveniently located to Hendersonville, Asheville and Brevard!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3125812
Aug 17, 2017
Sold
$345,000
$104/sq ft
Aug 17, 2017
Sold
$345,000
$104/sq ft
Aug 2, 2017
Pending
—
Jun 10, 2017
Contingent
—
Jun 10, 2017
Delisted
—
May 3, 2017
Price Changed
$360,000
$108/sq ft
Jan 28, 2017
Relisted
—
Jan 20, 2017
Contingent
—
Jan 9, 2017
Price Changed
$374,900
$113/sq ft
Sep 2, 2016
Price Changed
$390,000
$117/sq ft
Jun 20, 2016
Price Changed
$405,000
$122/sq ft
Jun 16, 2016
Price Changed
$407,000
$123/sq ft
Jun 11, 2016
Price Changed
$409,000
$123/sq ft
Apr 1, 2016
Price Changed
$414,000
$125/sq ft
Mar 10, 2016
Relisted
—
Feb 1, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 9, 2016
Relisted
—
Dec 22, 2015
Delisted
—
Nov 24, 2015
Price Changed
$419,000
$126/sq ft
Nov 17, 2015
Listed
$429,000
$129/sq ft
Oct 28, 2015
Listed
$360,000
$108/sq ft
+19
GREAT PRICE REDUCTION! Come home to enjoy mountain life in this private setting. Beautifully maintained log home on 2.49 acres with year-round views. Great room with vaulted ceilings accented with stone fireplace with custom enclosure. Split-bedroom plan with large master and plenty of storage. Hardwood floors, glass-enclosed built-ins, storage galore, & numerous updates. Over 1000 sf of finished basement for extra guests or mother-in-law suite with kitchen. A beautiful property inside and out!
Public Records
Nov 14, 1996
Sold
$215,000
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,057
$142,900 + $473,900
$616,800
2024
$3,057
$142,300 + $417,500
$559,800
2023
$3,057 (+28.3%)
$142,300 + $417,500
$559,800
2022
$2,382
$142,300 + $417,500
$559,800
2021
$2,382 (+1.9%)
$104,800 + $247,600
$352,400
2020
$2,338
$104,800 + $247,600
$352,400
2019
$2,338 (+11.5%)
$104,800 + $241,100
$345,900
2018
$2,096 (+0.3%)
$104,800 + $241,100
$345,900
2017
$2,091
$103,800 + $208,300
$312,100
2016
$2,091 (+8.3%)
$103,800 + $208,300
$312,100
2015
$1,930 (+3.9%)
$103,800 + $208,300
$312,100
2014
$1,857
$103,800 + $201,400
$305,200
Tax history for 85 Rock Rest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,057
$142,900 + $473,900
$616,800
2024
$3,057
$142,300 + $417,500
$559,800
2023
$3,057 (+28.3%)
$142,300 + $417,500
$559,800
2022
$2,382
$142,300 + $417,500
$559,800
2021
$2,382 (+1.9%)
$104,800 + $247,600
$352,400
2020
$2,338
$104,800 + $247,600
$352,400
2019
$2,338 (+11.5%)
$104,800 + $241,100
$345,900
2018
$2,096 (+0.3%)
$104,800 + $241,100
$345,900
2017
$2,091
$103,800 + $208,300
$312,100
2016
$2,091 (+8.3%)
$103,800 + $208,300
$312,100
2015
$1,930 (+3.9%)
$103,800 + $208,300
$312,100
2014
$1,857
$103,800 + $201,400
$305,200
*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
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.52 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
3,287
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Henderson County
APN
9958541
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
R2R
Residential District Two Rural
The purpose of Residential District Two Rural (R2R) is to foster orderly growth where the principal use of land is residential. The intent of this district is to allow for low to medium density residential development and rural commercial and light industrial development consistent with the recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan. This general use district is typically meant to be utilized in areas designated as Transitional (RTA) in the Comprehensive Plan.
Install a new gas yard line from the tank to the fireplace.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Restrictions: Architectural Review,Deed,Livestock Restriction,Rental – See Restrictions Description
Restrictions Description: No STR
HOA Information
Has HOA
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $1,000
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 1000.00
School Information
Elementary School: Etowah
Middle Or Junior High School: Rugby
High School: West Henderson
Location Information
Directions: Follow Hebron from downtown Hendersonville, out past Cummings Cove to Big Willow - left on Chimney Glen Estates to right on Rock Rest - home at the top. From Mills River/Etowah - 64 east to Cummings Rd right - to end...right on Big Willow to right on Chimney Glen to Rock Rest. From Flat Rock - Little River to Kanuga Rd right to Kanuga Lake left past Kanuga Conference Center to right on Evans Rd to Big Willow to right on Chimney Glen to Rock Rest - home at top.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,287
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Henderson County
APN: 9958541
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 833
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3322
Living Area: 3322
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,078
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,244
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 2078
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Radon Mitigation System
Around this home
Schools
Etowah Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Rugby Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
7/10
West Henderson High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
8/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 19 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, 4 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$830,000 – $1.00M
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