Waterfront homes for sale & real estate in Polk County, NC

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Discover a rare Western North Carolina luxury equestrian estate offering over 20 acres of privacy, mountain views, and an exceptional outdoor lifestyle within Walnut Creek Preserve. With approximately 8 acres of pasture, substantial four-rail wood fencing, and cleared areas offering potential sites for a barn and riding arena, this property presents an extraordinary opportunity to create your ideal horse property. Enjoy the rare convenience of riding directly from your property onto 51 miles of beautiful preserve trails, winding through wooded landscapes and alongside picturesque creeks to a beautiful waterfall within the community. The 3,068-square-foot residence blends Arts and Crafts cha

$1,700,000

2 beds2.5 baths3,068 sq ft

140 Blazing Star Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28756

Equestrian estate • 20 acres of privacy • 8 acres of pasture

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Derbyshire – The Foothills' Best-Kept Secret! Some homes impress with grandeur; others win your heart with warmth, character, and thoughtful details. This exceptional custom home in Derbyshire offers both. Completed in 2024 and set on 1.86 acres of gently rolling land, the 2,559 sq. ft. , 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence combines quality craftsmanship with understated elegance. Beautiful hardwood floors, soaring wood-paneled vaulted ceilings, and a handsome wood or natural-gas fireplace create an inviting great room. French doors open to a spacious screened porch overlooking the peaceful grounds, perfect for enjoying nature or entertaining friends. The beautifully appointed kitchen feat

$1,195,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,558 sq ft

67 Taddington Cir, Columbus, NC 28722

Handsome fireplace • Custom home • Screened porch

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Experience elevated mountain living in this exceptional 4-bedroom, 4 1/2-bath home in the gated Bright's Creek Golf/Equestrian community, where breathtaking mountain views create a stunning backdrop in every season. Designed for effortless entertaining, the home features two fireplaces, a beautifully appointed custom bar with dedicated temperature controlled wine room on the lower level, and a spacious covered back deck perfectly positioned to take in the views. Brights Creek offers an unparalleled Western North Carolina lifestyle with a Tom Fazio-designed golf course, clubhouse dining, The Mill fitness and lifestyle center, saline pool, pickleball and tennis courts, walking trails, and equ

$1,800,000

4 beds4.5 baths3,608 sq ft

815 E Deep Gap Farm Rd #35, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Custom bar • Covered back deck • Clubhouse dining

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Waterfront Home for sale in Polk County, NC:
Cottage living defines this property with weathered wood and local stone, grounding the architecture in timeless Appalachian style. The original structure was built in 1954, with the additional section added around 1983. Abundant natural light, a cozy stone fireplace, and relaxed, family-friendly gathering areas both inside and out accentuate the casual vibe. The cottage faces a 2.11 ac pond, encircled by trees and lush landscaping, including fruit trees and grapevines. Two pasture areas can accommodate horses. This 1950s handcrafted home features 3 bedrooms, with the primary bedroom on the main floor, 2.5 baths, and a large family room. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms and a bonus room

$599,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,272 sq ft

1164 Garrett Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Cozy stone fireplace • Grapevines • 2.11 ac pond

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Waterfront Home for sale in Polk County, NC:
Welcome to FishTop Cabin, a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully designed mountain retreat on the Green River in Saluda. Currently operating as an active short-term rental, the property has bookings already on the calendar that are transferable to the new owner, subject to applicable management/platform requirements, providing an immediate opportunity to step into an established rental operation. The home has been exceptionally well cared for, with the single and original owners maintaining meticulous records and taking an uncommon level of pride in its condition. That same attention to detail is evident throughout the property, where thoughtful maintenance and careful stewardship have p

$935,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,547 sq ft

3050 Green River Cove Rd, Saluda, NC 28773

21.31 acre lot • Garage • Built 2016

Property at 0 Sunset Dr #12, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3 baths

$613,000

4 beds3 baths3,331 sq ft

0 Sunset Dr #12, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 438 Mapleton Ln, Columbus, NC 28722, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,375,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,942 sq ft

438 Mapleton Ln, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 620 N Highland Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 3 beds, 3 baths

$850,000

3 beds3 baths4,486 sq ft

620 N Highland Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 989 Fox Mountain Rd, Columbus, NC 28722, 2 beds, 2 baths

$469,000

2 beds2 baths1,038 sq ft

989 Fox Mountain Rd, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 158 Mallard Dr, Columbus, NC 28722, 3 beds, 3 baths

$590,000

3 beds3 baths2,611 sq ft

158 Mallard Dr, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 966 Mapleton Ln #14, Columbus, NC 28722, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,595,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,095 sq ft

966 Mapleton Ln #14, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 5 Chalet Ct, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 2 beds, 2 baths

$474,900

2 beds2 baths1,397 sq ft

5 Chalet Ct, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 98 Lexxi Ln, Tryon, NC 28782, 3 beds, 2 baths

$415,000

3 beds2 baths1,260 sq ft

98 Lexxi Ln, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 40 Beaver St, Tryon, NC 28782, 2 beds, 1 bath

$145,000

2 beds1 bath832 sq ft

40 Beaver St, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 4551 Lake Adger Pkwy, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 3 beds, 2 baths

$614,900

3 beds2 baths1,897 sq ft

4551 Lake Adger Pkwy, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at LOT 1 & LOT 2 Elijah Cir, Columbus, NC 28722, 12 beds, 10 baths

$675,000

12 beds10 baths5,119 sq ft

LOT 1 & LOT 2 Elijah Cir, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 75 Charles St, Saluda, NC 28773, 4 beds, 3 baths

$675,000

4 beds3 baths1,906 sq ft

75 Charles St, Saluda, NC 28773

Property at 1237 South Cove Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$995,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,411 sq ft

1237 South Cove Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 563 Burgess Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 1 bed, 1 bath

$469,900

1 bed1 bath856 sq ft

563 Burgess Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 723 N Highland Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3 baths

$1,475,000

4 beds3 baths2,616 sq ft

723 N Highland Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 591 Landrum Rd, Columbus, NC 28722, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$850,000

5 beds3.5 baths3,035 sq ft

591 Landrum Rd, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 675 Fox Run Ln, Tryon, NC 28782, 4 beds, 3 baths

$849,000

4 beds3 baths3,451 sq ft

675 Fox Run Ln, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 364 Hallelujah Hill Ln, Columbus, NC 28722, 2 beds, 3 baths

$649,900

2 beds3 baths1,932 sq ft

364 Hallelujah Hill Ln, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 4085 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC 28782, 2 beds, 2 baths

$699,000

2 beds2 baths1,020 sq ft

4085 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 2554 Deep Gap Farm Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,399,000

4 beds3.5 baths4,350 sq ft

2554 Deep Gap Farm Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 46 Indian Summer Ln, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$549,900

4 beds2.5 baths1,912 sq ft

46 Indian Summer Ln, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 617 South Cove Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 3 beds, 3 baths

$989,000

3 beds3 baths2,588 sq ft

617 South Cove Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 73 Jackson Ridge Ln, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,299,999

4 beds3.5 baths2,041 sq ft

73 Jackson Ridge Ln, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 100 Hannah Dr, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3 baths

$849,000

4 beds3 baths4,209 sq ft

100 Hannah Dr, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 350 Vick Russell Ln, Columbus, NC 28722, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$2,999,000

4 beds3.5 baths4,310 sq ft

350 Vick Russell Ln, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 266 Rhododendron Dr, Saluda, NC 28773, 3 beds, 3 baths

$550,000

3 beds3 baths2,455 sq ft

266 Rhododendron Dr, Saluda, NC 28773

Property at 707 Dogwood Trl, Tryon, NC 28782, 3 beds, 3 baths

$489,000

3 beds3 baths2,679 sq ft

707 Dogwood Trl, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 5732 S Nc 9 Hwy, Tryon, NC 28782, 3 beds, 2 baths

$749,000

3 beds2 baths2,462 sq ft

5732 S Nc 9 Hwy, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 260 Warrior Dr, Tryon, NC 28782, 3 beds, 2 baths

$449,999

3 beds2 baths1,857 sq ft

260 Warrior Dr, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 175 Green Hills Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$995,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,536 sq ft

175 Green Hills Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 232 Wild Haven Way, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 3 beds, 2 baths

$578,900

3 beds2 baths2,141 sq ft

232 Wild Haven Way, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 1194 Palmer Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 2 beds, 2 baths

$5,225,000

2 beds2 baths1,036 sq ft

1194 Palmer Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 160 Cleveland Rd, Tryon, NC 28782, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$189,000

3 beds1.5 baths— sq ft

160 Cleveland Rd, Tryon, NC 28782

Property at 91 Island View Ct, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,219,000

4 beds4.5 baths4,248 sq ft

91 Island View Ct, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 984 Mapleton Ln, Columbus, NC 28722, 3 beds, 3 baths

$1,350,000

3 beds3 baths3,143 sq ft

984 Mapleton Ln, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 3605 Skyuka Mountain Rd, Columbus, NC 28722, 3 beds, 1 bath

$279,000

3 beds1 bath1,266 sq ft

3605 Skyuka Mountain Rd, Columbus, NC 28722

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Polk County

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