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Property Description

The Lodge at Cane Creek — A 116-Acre Private Mountain Estate.

Discover an extraordinary Western North Carolina retreat where a handcrafted mountain lodge, equestrian facilities, recreation, and remarkable privacy come together across approximately 116 acres. Behind a private gated entrance, the estate encompasses four parcels, including approximately 20 acres outside HOA restrictions—offering an exceptional combination of privacy, flexibility, and recreational opportunity.

At the heart of the property is a handcrafted dovetail log lodge constructed from timber harvested directly from the land. Surrounded by mountain views, streams, established trails, and abundant wildlife, the lodge offers timeless craftsmanship and an unmistakable sense of place. Soaring ceilings, exposed timber beams, expansive windows, and a grand stone fireplace create an impressive gathering space, while the primary suite features its own fireplace and separate bathrooms.

A detached 647-square-foot guest apartment above the garage provides additional accommodations with its own kitchen, full bath, bedroom area, and private entrance.

Beyond the lodge, the estate is designed to be experienced outdoors. Two stocked ponds, multiple streams, established trails, abundant wildlife, hunting opportunities, two hunting stands, and a waterfront BBQ area create a true sporting and recreational retreat.

Equestrian amenities include a custom cedar barn with four stalls, tack room, loft with hay feeders, full bath, water, electricity, and adjacent pasture. A large cedar storage building provides additional space for equipment, tools, and recreational gear.

The property is also exceptionally well equipped, with generator systems serving the main lodge, guest apartment, and well house, along with two wells and a 290-gallon fuel storage tank. Most furnishings, the tractor, UTVs, and additional equipment convey, allowing the next owner to begin enjoying the property immediately.

The Lodge at Cane Creek represents a rare opportunity to own 116 acres of Western North Carolina for recreation, equestrian pursuits, a family retreat, or a legacy estate to be enjoyed for generations.

Features
Heating System:
Central
Cooling System:
Central Air
Fence:
Partial
Fireplace:
Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Patio:
Front Porch, Rear Porch, Deck
Parking:
Detached Garage
Architectural Style:
Cabin
Exterior Features:
Fire Pit, Storage, Fence
Flooring:
Wood
Interior Features:
Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Garden Tub
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Sewer:
Septic Installed
Utilities:
Underground Utilities, Underground Power Lines
Window Features:
Skylight(s)
Appliances
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater, Bar Fridge, Dryer, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Electric Range, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
Address Map
Country:
US
State:
NC
County:
Rutherford
City:
Union Mills
Street:
Cane Creek Mountain
Zipcode:
28167
Street:
Mountain Forest
Street Number:
980
Street Suffix:
Drive
Longitude:
W82° 10' 25.3''
Latitude:
N35° 31' 26''
Directions:
GPS can be spotty. Cane Creek Mountain Development off Cane Creek Rd. Union Mills, NC Listing agent will meet you at the gate and escort you to the property.
Neighborhood
Elementary School:
Unspecified
High School:
Unspecified
Middle School:
Unspecified
MLS Addon
Office Name:
NorthGroup Real Estate LLC
Agent Name:
Melvin Digh
TaxAnnualAmount:
$0
TaxAssessedValue:
$0
AssociationFee:
$0
Additional Information
Community Features:
Gated
Construction Materials:
Log
Foundation Details:
Crawl Space
Garage:
2
Levels:
One and One Half
Lot Features:
Wooded, Creek/Stream, Private, Views, Pond(s), Pasture
Previous Price:
1899000
Video Url:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzLsStj3sUU&t=2s
Virtual Tour:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzLsStj3sUU&t=2s
Water Source:
Well
Financial
Association Fee:
840
Association Fee Frequency:
Annually
Association Yn:
1
Listing Information
List Agent Mls Id:
71429
List Office Mls Id:
R04079
Listing Term:
Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Mls Status:
Active
Modification Timestamp:
2026-09-01T14:40:05Z
Originating System Name:
Canopy
Special Listing Conditions:
None
Status Change Timestamp:
2026-06-04T14:09:04Z

Residential For Sale

980 Mountain Forest Drive, Union Mills, North Carolina 28167

5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
2,505 Sqft
$1,799,000
Listing ID #4389604
Basic Details
Property Type :
Residential
Listing Type :
For Sale
Listing ID :
4389604
Price :
$1,799,000
View :
Mountain(s),Water
Bedrooms :
5
Bathrooms :
5
Square Footage :
2,505 Sqft
Year Built :
1974
Status :
Active
Full Bathrooms :
5
Property Sub Type :
Single Family Residence
Roof:
Wood
Agent info
Contact Agent
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