Beautiful western NC mountain retreat in a gated, private setting w/ the feel of remote seclusion in an active community! Located in Gateway Mountain (GM) community, cabin features vaulted ceilings w/ pine beams, 2 large BR, spacious loft, open KIT, & stone fireplace. Furnishings avail for purch., for a turnkey property. 3+ acres of lite-care landscaping, mostly wooded, w/ 1 car GAR / walk-out BSMT & LG 2 car detached GAR w/ roughed-in plumbing for poss. studio/cottage. BSMT has 539 SF of heated/cooled space easy to finish as living/rental space. Recently stained, chinking painted, decks stained & inclu. generator with in-ground propane tank. Featuring 3K acres of forest, 20+ mi of paved roads, GM includes managed common areas & roads. A few miles south of Old Fort & I-40, & short drives to local attractions. GM is a nature preserve & wildlife sanctuary, inclu. a fish/boat/swim lake & a waterfall w/ picnic area. Book your tour today and make an offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
3.15 acresLot Size
$292Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Anna Grace• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.15 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
2,450
Year built
1998
Style
Vacant Land
County
McDowell County
APN
0656-00-77-5509
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
Apr 24, 2026 • Final
Accessory residential structure
ADU
Nov 23, 2022 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Doors Windows: g-Insulated Door(s),Insulated Windows
Exterior Features: Workshop
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Covered structure
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: 2 or More Access Exits, Bath Raised Toilet, Doors-Lever Handle
Lot Information
Lot Features: Mountain View, Private, Sloped, Wooded, Winter View
Lot Size Area: 3.15
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: R-1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Other
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
Association Name: Gateway Mountain POA
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $1,208
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Old Fort
Middle Or Junior High School: McDowell
High School: McDowell
Location Information
Directions: From Ashvl: 1-40, Exit 73, R on Bat Cave, 7 miles to L into Gateway Mntn. From Hvlle: 64 E to L on Hwy 74 to R. on Hwy 9, go aprx. 7 miles to R. on Old Fort Rd., Aprx. 5 miles to Gateway Mntn. Follow signs to Lake George, watch for sign to Wolfpen L then immed. R on Sally Gap to 1st Drive on L.
Community Information
Community Features: Gated, Lake, Walking Trails
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,450
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.15 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 1998
County: McDowell County
APN: 0656-00-77-5509
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1611
Sq. Ft. Upper: 622
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 989
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 539
Building Area Total: 1611
Foundation Details: Basement Garage Door, Basement Partially Finished, Block
Structure Type: 1.5 Story/Basement
Around this home
Schools
Old Fort Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.8mi
7/10
West McDowell Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 13.1mi
3/10
McDowell High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.0mi
2/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 99° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$447,000 – $542,000
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