Are you looking for privacy, peace & tranquility within minutes to downtown Tryon and Harmon Field? Welcome to this 'English Country Charmer.' When you walk thru the gate you'll feel like you are on vacation in Europe w/this 1940's vintage custom home. Detailed craftsmanship & character are unrivaled from the outside starting w/the stone covered patio & wisteria planked veranda to the inside w/custom built-ins, beams & doors. Wood & tile floors thru-out; wood burning FP in LR, bright & airy KIT w/exquisite DR. All BRs on main level are spacious & have full BA ensuites. An office & a den balances out the main lvl while upstairs is a huge open space w/options to fit your needs. Tons of storage thru-out including in the bsmt. with a large laundry rm, 1/2 BA, sauna & the 2-car garage. Main area of property is fenced which sits up on a ridge that gives way for 360 degree winter mtn views & great sunsets. So many other features/improvements plus a majority of furniture & rugs can be sold.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
4.56 acresLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sherri Tucker• Weichert Realtors Mountain Executives
Contact: sherrit@mtnexecs.com
Bought with Ronald Piccari• Coldwell Banker Advantage
This exceptional property, The Ridge, is situated on a private road shared with only four neighbors, is completely private with no visible neighbors, and has 360-degree winter mountain views. The veranda and courtyard boast original native stonework, fresh and mature landscaping and an Italian country feel. This home was designed by architect Shannon Meriwether in 1939. Holland Brady was hired to expand and update the home in 1974. While keeping all its original charm, Brady added some signature touches, a new master bedroom, and created a true working kitchen for he owners. The Ridge has 3600 square foot, generously sized rooms throughout, including three ensuite bedrooms, formal and informal living rooms and an artist’s attic loft. This truly remarkable property is for those who appreciate character and charm of historic homes. NOTE: Multiple Offers so Closed for more than List Price.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,010
$75,300 + $802,526
$877,826
Tax history for 250 Sourwood Rdg
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,010
$75,300 + $802,526
$877,826
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.53 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
P35-117
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 562
Parking Features: Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Hood, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard
Farm Information
Horse Amenities: None
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: None
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Zoning: M
Zoning Specification: M
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Private, Sloped, Wooded, Views, Other - See Remarks
Lot Size Area: 4.56
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 1000
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Cable Available, Propane
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Livestock Restriction,Short Term Rental Allowed
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Tryon
Middle Or Junior High School: Polk
High School: Polk
Location Information
Directions: From Tryon, take Hwy. 176 towards Saluda. Turn right on Sourwood Ridge Rd. and keep right at immediate fork. Follow up private road 2/10 mile and turn right into driveway/parking area. See sign as house will not be visible.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Polk County
APN: P35-117
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026