Be greeted by the sunrise and birdsongs in your modern, private, South-facing mountain home. This 1.9 acre property includes a beautifully crafted main house, and guest cabin (ADU) with many years of rental history. Enjoy complete seclusion and privacy among mature hardwoods with 20+ acres of protected community land. Imagine picking fresh fruits and vegetables from the mature fruit-bearing trees / bushes, and perennial gardens. The main home is directionally oriented for energy efficiency with tons of storage, a dedicated walk-in pantry, & additional deep freezer. Many special touches throughout home and cabin including 3 outdoor decks, and the added bonus of a massive, above-grade, basement. Basement has separate entrance to backyard and radiant floor heating, making it perfect for workshop or large gathering space. A lush forest haven close to all modern amenities. 3 miles to downtown Marshall, 8 miles to Weaverville, 16 to Asheville.
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
1.9 acresLot Size
$245Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Byrdie Kent• French Broad Real Estate Co.
Hand-hewn Log Cabin situated on 1.9 acres with an additional surrounding 25 acres of community land for complete privacy. Designed for ideal energy efficiency, the main cabin faces south and boasts pre-insulated superior concrete walls, SHGC Pella casement windows, soapstone woodstove and radiant floor heat. Unique and beautiful character found in every touch from the copper-faced cabinets and copper countertops to the tongue and groove hardwood flooring. Walk out basement for heated workshop. 5 hiking trails throughout the property including 2 that border the 1/2 mile of ivy river frontage, which converges with the French Broad River. Plenty of room for a garden or join in the formation of the food forest with plentiful fruit trees and blueberry bushes. Only 5 min to downtown Marshall, 12 to Weaverville and 25 to Asheville.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$2,484
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2022
$2,484
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2021
$2,484 (+14.7%)
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2020
$2,166 (+24.6%)
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2019
$1,738 (+1.0%)
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2018
$1,721
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2017
$1,721
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2016
$1,721 (+29.8%)
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2014
$1,326
$68,552 + $152,514
$221,066
Tax history for 87 Ivy Bluffs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$2,484
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2022
$2,484
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2021
$2,484 (+14.7%)
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2020
$2,166 (+24.6%)
$85,690 + $311,506
$397,196
2019
$1,738 (+1.0%)
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2018
$1,721
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2017
$1,721
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2016
$1,721 (+29.8%)
$68,552 + $218,329
$286,881
2014
$1,326
$68,552 + $152,514
$221,066
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.9 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
656
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
9715950367
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Parking Space - 4+
Other Parking: 2 parking spaces at the guest cabin, and can easily fit 4 additional cars at main home.
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Ductless, Radiant
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 1,904
Sq. Ft. Unheated Main: 320
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 1,584
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built Ins, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedroom
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric Cooktop, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log, Wood Siding
Roof: Shingle, Metal
Exterior Features
Porch: Back,Balcony,Covered,Front,Side
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: Ivy River
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Guest House
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Orchard(s), Green Area, Mountain View, Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 1.9
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: R-A
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Community Well
Sewer: Septic Installed, Other
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $150
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Yearly HOA Expense: 600.00
School Information
Elementary School: Brush Creek
Middle Or Junior High School: Madison
High School: Madison
Location Information
Directions: I-26 W and exit 19A towards Marshall/ Hot Springs to US-25 N to Jupiter Rd. 17 min (13.7 mi). Follow Jupiter Rd and Ivy Hill Rd to Ivy Bluffs Rd in Madison County. Come up steep road and driveway will be straight in front of you.
Community Information
Community Features: Walking Trails
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 656
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Madison County
APN: 9715950367
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Other
Green Information
Green Building Features: g-Low VOC Coatings
Home Information
Total Primary HLA: 1584
Living Area: 2409
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1584
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 241
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 825
Building Area Total: 2409
Foundation Details: Basement, Basement Inside Entrance, Basement Outside Entrance, Slab
Structure Type: One Story Basement
Around this home
Schools
Brush Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.3mi
6/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
5/10
Madison High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
4/10
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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 100° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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