If you’ve ever traveled through the mountains of Western North Carolina, chances are you’ve experienced the iconic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway—where endless layers of blue and indigo mountains stretch across the horizon. Now imagine enjoying those breathtaking views year-round from your own mountaintop retreat. Welcome to 228 Continental Divide. Perched above the parkway in a serene woodland setting offering raised beds for gardening, this stunning blue mountain home offers privacy, tranquility, and an immersive connection to nature. Gentle breezes flow through the trees, and the thoughtfully landscaped lot replaces traditional lawn maintenance with lush shade-loving plants and natural beauty. Outdoor living is exceptional, with a spectacular observation deck perfectly positioned for unforgettable sunset views, while the front patio provides a peaceful place to enjoy morning coffee as sunlight filters through the towering trees of the Pisgah National Forest. Inside, the home welcomes you with soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, expansive walls of windows, rich wood floors, and a striking stone fireplace that creates warmth and ambiance throughout the open-concept living space. The spacious kitchen was intentionally designed to accommodate multiple cooks with ease, making it ideal for entertaining and gathering with family and friends. Thoughtfully designed with multigenerational living in mind, the home features a spacious bedroom and full bath on every level. The finished lower level includes a private entrance and kitchenette, offering excellent flexibility for guest accommodations, extended family, or longer-term living needs. The main-level primary suite is generously sized with abundant closet space and a luxurious bath featuring both a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Upstairs, an additional ensuite bedroom showcases dramatic window walls that fully capture the surrounding natural beauty. Adding even more versatility and value, the property also includes a charming guest cottage complete with its own living space, bathroom, efficiency kitchen, private parking, and beautiful deck. Perfect for guests, long-term stays, or potential short-term rental income, this separate retreat offers privacy and comfort in an extraordinary mountain setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$220Price/Sq.Ft.
$100/moHOA Dues
Listed by Rhonda Phillips• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Burnville
Second Living Quarters: Exterior Not Connected,Guest House,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 0.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Community Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Propane
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Subdivision
HOA Information
Has HOA
Association Name: Apple Mountain HOA - Rob Mehnert
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $1,200
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 1200.00
School Information
Elementary School: Mitchell
Middle Or Junior High School: Mitchell
High School: Mitchell
Location Information
Directions: From Spruce Pine, take highway 226 towards the parkway. Turn left onto Hall Town Road, and then right on Apple Mountain Rd. Continental Divide Road will be at the top of the hill on the right. Continue to the end of the road to 228.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Mitchell County
APN: 1708-00-27-7173
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 1
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2591
Living Area: 2368
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,858
Below Grade Finished Area: 510
Sq. Ft. Upper: 451
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1407
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 223
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Greenlee Primary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 1.5mi
Mayland Early College
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 96° expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$556,000 – $673,000
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