Peaceful family hideaway in Gingercake Acres! This perfect artists retreat offers 3 separate cabins on gorgeous grounds located on the edge of the Pisgah National Forest. A meandering stream runs through the outdoor space with tons of decking for gathering where relaxation and peaceful tranquility awaits. Oversized screened in porch, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, take a hot private shower outside, mature, beautiful landscape, relax in your hammock and listen to the sound of natural water providing the perfect atmosphere to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. Original cottage with old creaky wood floors, redone kitchen with wormy chestnut cabinetry. The 2nd cabin has an entertaining area, bedroom and half bath. The 3rd cabin has a full bath and two bunks. Practical enough to host large gatherings without losing that quaint mountain feel. Truly a nature lovers mountain paradise! 20 min to Banner Elk, 35 min to Blowing Rock, 40 min to Boone and 30 min to Morganton.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.59 acresLot Size
$242Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Shane Haffey• NorthGroup Real Estate LLC
Welcome to Echo Lodge: a one of a kind rustic retreat in Gingercake Acres. Bordering a sweet mountain stream, three separate, unique, and beautifully furnished cabins are linked together with breezy screened porches and sprawling multi-level decking. Original 1960's Cedar Cottage with creaky wood floors and wood burning fireplace has renovated wormy chestnut kitchen, bedroom and full bath. Two nook & cranny rooms with half bath are up the rustic stairs. The newer Poplar Cottage has 1BR/1BA + sleeping lofts. A gathering room, bedroom, and half bath can be found in The Lodge. Neighborhood pool, tennis, and playground are a short walk away. Outdoor shower, double-sided outdoor fireplace, deck overlooking the stream (think creek sounds and serenity), detached garage and carport, and the tree house you always wanted complete the story. That and the Linville Gorge/Pisgah Forest bordering the neighborhood.
Public Records
Jun 13, 1995
Sold
$40,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,014 (−0.6%)
$40,080 + $383,342
$423,422
2024
$3,031 (+3.0%)
$40,080 + $383,342
$423,422
2023
$2,942 (+40.1%)
$40,080 + $370,552
$410,632
2022
$2,100 (+0.3%)
$30,810 + $212,270
$243,080
2021
$2,094 (+0.2%)
$30,810 + $212,270
$243,080
2020
$2,090 (+0.3%)
$30,810 + $212,270
$243,080
2019
$2,084 (+6.3%)
$30,181 + $212,270
$242,451
2018
$1,961 (+44.5%)
$30,181 + $197,436
$227,617
2017
$1,357 (+2.1%)
$30,181 + $124,921
$155,102
2016
$1,329 (+0.4%)
$30,181 + $124,921
$155,102
2014
$1,324
$30,181 + $124,921
$155,102
Tax history for 6368 Gingercake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,014 (−0.6%)
$40,080 + $383,342
$423,422
2024
$3,031 (+3.0%)
$40,080 + $383,342
$423,422
2023
$2,942 (+40.1%)
$40,080 + $370,552
$410,632
2022
$2,100 (+0.3%)
$30,810 + $212,270
$243,080
2021
$2,094 (+0.2%)
$30,810 + $212,270
$243,080
2020
$2,090 (+0.3%)
$30,810 + $212,270
$243,080
2019
$2,084 (+6.3%)
$30,181 + $212,270
$242,451
2018
$1,961 (+44.5%)
$30,181 + $197,436
$227,617
2017
$1,357 (+2.1%)
$30,181 + $124,921
$155,102
2016
$1,329 (+0.4%)
$30,181 + $124,921
$155,102
2014
$1,324
$30,181 + $124,921
$155,102
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.25
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
1,580
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
9147
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
R-MU
Rural Mixed-Use District
The Rural Mixed-Use District (R-MU) district is intended to allow residential and non-residential development to occur with fewer restrictions in less urbanized areas of the county. The intended result is less conflict between adjacent property owners while maintaining the rural appearance of the area.
Directions: From downtown Morganton take N. Green Street/NC 181 up through the forest. After mile marker 23, turn left on Gingercake Road. Property is roughly a half mile up on the right on the corner of Gingercake Rd and Hemlock Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,580
Stories: 1.25
Lot Size: 0.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Burke County
APN: 9147
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Home Information
Total Primary HLA: 1558
Living Area: 2126
Sq. Ft. Upper: 230
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1328
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 568
Building Area Total: 2126
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Structure Type: Two Story
Around this home
Schools
Crossnore Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.7mi
8/10
Avery Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.3mi
2/10
Avery County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.4mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 92° expected this year, 15 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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Historical weather
Newland, NC • 28657
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$489,000 – $592,000
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