Public Remarks Solar, off-grid, work of art home, beautifully carved out of the mountain. This property has all that is needed to live comfortably in seclusion, with multiple mountain view build sites on the property. 31+ acres bordering the Pisgah National Forest, providing privacy and scenic views. The foundation was inspired by the work of Buckminster Fuller and Michael Reynold's Earthship Biotecture. This environmentally friendly home has many unique features.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
31.44 acresLot Size
$375Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dave Dribbon• GreyBeard Realty
Contact: dave@greybeardrealty.com
Bought with Jason Martini• Keller Williams Professionals
Est. $1,763 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1265 Stackhouse Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4176882
Apr 16, 2026
Sold
$450,000
$375/sq ft
Mar 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 4, 2026
Price Changed
$499,000
$415/sq ft
Jan 5, 2026
Price Changed
$525,000
$437/sq ft
Aug 25, 2025
Price Changed
$535,000
$445/sq ft
Jul 16, 2025
Price Changed
$545,000
$454/sq ft
Jan 4, 2025
Price Changed
$550,000
$458/sq ft
Aug 26, 2024
Listed
$610,000
$508/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3221882
Nov 22, 2017
Sold
$333,000
$277/sq ft
Nov 22, 2017
Sold
$333,000
$277/sq ft
Nov 8, 2017
Contingent
—
Nov 8, 2017
Delisted
—
Oct 13, 2017
Price Changed
$349,000
$291/sq ft
Oct 13, 2017
Relisted
—
Oct 8, 2017
Delisted
—
Apr 21, 2017
Price Changed
$375,000
$312/sq ft
Oct 7, 2016
Listed
$385,000
$321/sq ft
Oct 7, 2016
Listed
$349,000
$291/sq ft
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Passive Solar, Off-Grid Home and 31+ Acres. This one-of-a-kind, off-grid, work of art incorporates sustainable design, feng shui principles, golden ratio proportions, and is beautifully carved out of the mountain. This property has all that is needed to live comfortably in seclusion. Inspired by the work of Buckminster Fuller and Michael Reynold's Earthship Biotecture, this environmentally friendly home has many unique features.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$932
$91,294 + $59,164
$150,458
2017
$932
$91,294 + $59,164
$150,458
2016
$932
$91,294 + $59,164
$150,458
2014
$932
$91,294 + $59,164
$150,458
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
31.44 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,230
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
8789881009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 29, 2021.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Basement: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Finished, Walk-Out Access
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Ductless, Wood Stove
Cooling Information: Ductless
Interior Features
Room Count: 4
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Hard Stucco
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R-A
Lot Information
Lot Features: Adjoins Forest, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 31.44
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Other - See Remarks
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Propane, Solar
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: GPS will take you to the driveway. It is a sharp left turn into the driveway. The driveway just ahead of this property has a sign that says “Myra’s cottage”. Sellers mailbox has a painting on it that is faded. Go down the driveway and through the farm gate, and you’ll see a fork in the driveway: one direction goes straight, the other direction goes right and up the hill. Go right and up the hill. 4wd is recommended.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,230
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 31.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 8789881009
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 29, 2021
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1201
Living Area: 1201
Above Grade Finished Area: 625
Below Grade Finished Area: 576
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 625
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: Two
Around this home
0/100 Car-Dependent10/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Brush Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
6/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
5/10
Madison Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
6/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Marshall, NC • 28753
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.