This lovely 3 bed / 2.5 bath home is conveniently located behind the gates of Rumbling Bald. This home has tremendous rental history, is being sold fully furnished and is a permitted rental with the town of Lake Lure. With tall ceilings and a wood burning fireplace in the living room, this home is a phenomenal place to gather. The large updated kitchen opens to the six person dining area making it the perfect spot for a family dinner. The outdoor seating area features winter views of the mountains as well as a beautiful serene gathering space in the warmer months of the year. There is a bonus gathering space on the lower level which also has a screened in outdoor seating area. You won't want to miss this opportunity to own this property. Rumbling Bald's amenities include two beautiful golf courses, restaurants, private beach, pools, boat and kayak rentals, a wellness center indoor pool sauna and steam room.
Great Resort home with winter views of the mountains. Great room with cathedral ceilings and a beautiful wood burning stone fp in the living room. Large deck and screened porch. Family room/den on the lower level for family and friend get-togethers. Newer Roof and Updated Kitchen
Public Records
Oct 24, 2006
Sold
$220,000
$95/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,571 (+0.9%)
$100,000 + $337,000
$437,000
2024
$3,539 (+0.1%)
$100,000 + $337,000
$437,000
2023
$3,534 (+27.4%)
$100,000 + $337,000
$437,000
2022
$2,774
$50,000 + $195,400
$245,400
2021
$2,776 (+10.9%)
$50,000 + $195,400
$245,400
2020
$2,504 (+7.1%)
$50,000 + $195,400
$245,400
2019
$2,337 (+49.6%)
$50,000 + $194,200
$244,200
2018
$1,562 (+9.5%)
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
2017
$1,426
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
2015
$1,426
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
2014
$1,426
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
Tax history for 261 Watership Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,571 (+0.9%)
$100,000 + $337,000
$437,000
2024
$3,539 (+0.1%)
$100,000 + $337,000
$437,000
2023
$3,534 (+27.4%)
$100,000 + $337,000
$437,000
2022
$2,774
$50,000 + $195,400
$245,400
2021
$2,776 (+10.9%)
$50,000 + $195,400
$245,400
2020
$2,504 (+7.1%)
$50,000 + $195,400
$245,400
2019
$2,337 (+49.6%)
$50,000 + $194,200
$244,200
2018
$1,562 (+9.5%)
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
2017
$1,426
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
2015
$1,426
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
2014
$1,426
$35,000 + $126,500
$161,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.83 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,019
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rutherford County
APN
232115
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 0
Parking Features: Parking Space - 3
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Porch: Back,Deck,Screened,Side
Exterior Features: Shed(s)
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Boat Ramp – Community
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Lake Access, Sloped
Lot Size Area: 0.83
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 0
Elevation: 1000
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
Restrictions: Modular Not Allowed
HOA Information
Association Name: Rumbling Bald
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $3,854
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Yearly HOA Expense: 3854.00
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Asheville / Hendersonville - GPS to Rumbling Bald resort. Once behind the gates follow Mountains Blvd to South Fork Drive, make the second left on Watership Road. Home will be on the left.
Community Information
Community Features: Business Center, Clubhouse, Gated, Golf, Lake, Outdoor Pool, Playground, Security, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,019
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.83 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Rutherford County
APN: 232115
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026