A Rare Opportunity to Own a One-of-a-Kind Mountain Retreat - Offered fully furnished - Appalachian cabin more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle. With a perfect blend of modern amenities, handcrafted details, and eco-friendly features, this property offers an unmatched living experience for those seeking comfort, sustainability, and natural beauty. Don't let the square footage fool you, two rooms that adjoin the main living area are not included as they get airflow from the main living space. A unique retreat is ready to welcome you home. Near Hadley Pointe Ski Resort and Mars Hill. Spring fed pond and creek, 500 gallon holding tank in addition to well with a full water treatment system. Heat pump plus wood stove by Vermont Castings. Beautiful copper kitchen sink. Hand crafting lighting, furniture and art pieces too unique for this limited description. Don’t miss your chance to own this remarkable mountain sanctuary. Once you're here you are going to want to hike the property.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dual Flush Toilets, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, Filtration System, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Roof: Metal
Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Other Equipment: Network Ready
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Greenhouse
Zoning Specification: R-A
Lot Information
Lot Features: Hilly, Private
Lot Size Area: 14.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Spring, Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Mars Hill
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: I-26 West and head toward Johnson City At Exit 9, head right on the ramp for US-23A North / US-19 North toward Burnsville / Spruce Pine Turn left onto Windy Gap Rd Road name changes to Laurel Valley Rd Turn right onto Watershed Rd Arrive at Watershed Rd on the right GPS works perfectly
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,610
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 14.2 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Madison County
APN: 9860391773
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
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Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1618
Living Area: 1618
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,618
Sq. Ft. Upper: 557
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1061
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Mars Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.8mi
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Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 13.2mi
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Madison High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.2mi
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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