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About this home
Build a life you don’t need a vacation from! Come home to 16 unrestricted acres with no HOA, abundant privacy, a stream, established trails, and plenty of room to live, work, and play in the mountains of Western NC. The property features a 24’x31’ (744 SF) workshop with electric and water, three additional outbuildings, and a 30-amp RV hookup. More than two acres are cleared, offering space for gardening, homesteading, or hobby farming, while approximately 14 wooded acres invite you to explore by foot, mountain bike, or ATV. The home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, plus a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office or additional bedroom. Three heat sources—a heat pump, gas-log fireplace, and wood-burning stove—provide year-round comfort. Start your mornings with coffee on the front porch and end your evenings there listening to the crickets and tree frogs. Wildlife is abundant, and with no through traffic and acres of woods surrounding you, privacy is part of everyday life. Rich in local history, the hand-hewn log cabin was once part of an original family homestead. Family and local historical accounts suggest the cabin dates to the 18th century and may be among the oldest surviving structures in Polk County still standing in its original location. Enjoy the feeling of being tucked away without giving up convenience—10 minutes to Lake Lure, 20 minutes to Tryon International Equestrian Center, 35 minutes to Hendersonville, and an hour to Asheville or Greenville. Whether you’re looking for a private mountain retreat, a homestead, room for your hobbies, or simply more space and fewer restrictions, this is a property designed for living life on your own terms. Come experience the privacy, acreage, and possibilities in person - schedule your showing today! Seller welcomes offers. Owner is a licensed NC Real Estate agent.
This two bedroom + a loft, two bathroom home has an abundance of charm and sits beautifully on 10 acres. Features include a great room with a wood burning stove that opens up to the dining area; the kitchen has stainless steel appliances, newer cabinets and countertops, and a pantry; laundry/mud room; the spacious primary suite has a gas fireplace. Enjoy the peace and quiet from the picture perfect front porch. The owners kept much of the original heart pine wood. The original part of this home was built in 1780 and it is the oldest home in Polk County in its original location. Own a piece of history! Workshop, two sheds, and a barn.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3871209
Nov 21, 2022
Pending
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Jun 20, 2022
Price Changed
$499,000
$253/sq ft
Jun 12, 2022
Listed
$550,000
$279/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,287 (+101.2%)
$168,190 + $280,039
$448,229
2024
$1,137 (+52.5%)
$97,400 + $73,967
$171,367
2023
$745 (+3.1%)
$36,500 + $73,967
$110,467
2022
$723 (+52.4%)
$36,500 + $73,967
$110,467
2021
$474 (+19.1%)
$36,500 + $34,048
$70,548
2020
$398
$31,500 + $23,948
$55,448
2019
$398 (+7.5%)
$31,500 + $23,948
$55,448
2018
$371
$31,500 + $23,948
$55,448
2017
$371 (+20.7%)
$31,500 + $23,948
$55,448
2015
$307
$31,500 + $16,754
$48,254
2014
$307
$31,500 + $16,754
$48,254
Public record
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Lot size
16.48 Acres
Year renovated
1990
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Year built
1780
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
P53-7
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 71-79% chance 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Mill Spring, NC • 28756
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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5.5 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1239 W Mcguinn Rd
$521,737
$27K under list price of $549K
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