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Property Description
Rarely does a property like this come available. Set on 29 unrestricted acres, with waterfalls, massive natural boulders, a pond, established gardens, and quiet picnic spots is a beautifully maintained log home, all less than a quarter mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway. The cabin sits above the landscaped grounds with a stone chimney, metal roof, and a long open deck that runs the length of the house and faces the view. From the deck you look out over the pond, the lawn, and layers of ridgelines beyond that include Sugar Mountain and Grandfather Mountain. Inside, the main level has two story tongue-and-groove pine ceilings, wide pine plank floors, and a wall of windows that brings in natural light and keeps the mountains in view from the living area. The kitchen, dining, and living spaces are open to one another and anchored by a floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace. The kitchen includes granite counters and backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, and stainless appliances, with room for a long dining table that seats a full crowd. A bedroom and a bonus room currently used as an office complete the main level. Upstairs, the primary loft suite covers nearly 600 sf and looks down over the great room. It includes a full bath with a jacuzzi tub. The lower level, not included in the square footage because it is accessed from outside, functions as a guest suite with a full bath and a sauna room, and opens to a covered deck where the hot tub, which conveys, overlooks the mountains. You will appreciate the two car garage on winter mornings, and generator on stormy nights. The land is what sets this property apart. Paths lead through mature landscaping and birch trees to the waterfalls and rock formations, and there are several spots to stop for a picnic along the way. The pond sits just below the house. Gardeners will find a greenhouse, established growing beds, and additional land already cleared for planting. The acreage also includes multiple potential building sites, among them an excellent location for a larger main home, so the cabin could serve as a guest house, a caretaker's residence, or a place to live while you build. There are also places to park an RV. Whether you're looking for a mountain retreat as it stands or a larger vision to grow into over time or mini-farm, this is a rare amount of usable, well-cared-for land this near the Parkway. Not offered furnished.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 9680 Nc Hwy 181
General
- Price: $1,150,000
- Taxes: $3,232
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2217
- MLS ID: 264166
- Updated: 9/24/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Hot Tub/Spa, Sound System, Sauna, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Sound
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): One, Stone, Wood Burning, Insert, Wood BurningStove
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Hot Tub
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub/Spa, Gravel Driveway
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Multiple, Open, Wrap Around
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel, Private
Location
- Area: 11-Altamont Jonas Rdg-BURKE NCove-MCDOWLL
- County: Burke
- Subdivision: None
School Information
- Elementary School: Crossnore
- High School: Avery County
Community
- Community Name: 11-Altamont Jonas Rdg-BURKE NCove-MCDOWLL
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Permit 2 Bedroom, Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: Septic Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Log Home, Mountain
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Log
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, Finished, Partial, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,617
- Living Area: 1,617 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,617 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,617 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1994
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House, Living Quarters
Lot Features
- Property View: Long Range, Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 29.1
- Lot Size: 29.1
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Lot Features: Waterfall
- Zoning: Residential
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Creek, Pond, Stream
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,232
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, New Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1842-56-0106
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Schools
Schools serving 9680 Nc Hwy 181
School District:Burke County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Avery County High School 401 Avery Co High School Road, Newland, NC 28657 | 9-12 | 6 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 9680 Nc Hwy 181
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/24/2026
Listed
$1,150,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 9680 Nc Hwy 181
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
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$454,432
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9680 Nc Highway 181, Newland, NC 28657 (MLS# 264166) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 9680 Nc Highway 181 is currently listed for $1,150,000 and was received on September 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 9680 Nc Highway 181? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newland? You can browse all Newland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
