2778 Mule Stomp Road

Hot Springs, NC 28721

11.26 +/- Acre Homesteader's Dream Property! Located at the end of a 3 mile, well maintained gravel road, this once-in-a-lifetime homesteading property gives you a rare blend of privacy, beauty, & thoughtful design right here in the heart of the Smokies. Just minutes from the Appalachian Trail, this property feels both timeless & refined. A place where nature, comfort, wellness and self sufficiency coexist. Most recently home to dairy sheep and poultry, this land has been meticulously laid out for sustainable, small-scale agriculture. From the box-wire fenced pastures, solar electric fencing, multiple purpose-built outbuildings, sheep barn with milking stanchions, brooder, chicken coop and multiple sheds, this mountain farmstead has it all and it's just waiting for you. Property like this with the ability to not only survive but actually thrive is a prepper's dream come true. With private hiking trails winding through the property, 2 streams, 3 natural springs & a noisy waterfall this is the perfect place to call home. Besides livestock amenities thee garden bursts with flowers, vegetables & herbs. Mature pear trees, grapevines, asparagus beds, & blueberry bushes round out the yearly harvest. The home itself  is well appointed, convenient and comfortable. Designed as a multi-family residence or mother-in-law suite, the house has 2 fully functioning apartments with separate entrances. The upper level features 2 BR's, 2 Ba, & an additional office or den, open great room with kitchen, dining, & plenty of living space. Hardwood, tile, & laminate flooring run throughout the home and large windows frame the mountain views. Recent updates include new SS appliances, updated kitchen plumbing, modern lighting fixtures, and a NEW ROOF! A gravity fed spring & propane hot water heater ensure constant modern convenience and a wood stove adds ambiance and warmth. The lower apartment has a comfortable 1 BR, 1 Ba living space with a great room, kitchen, dining, and living areas. An additional family room, adds flexibility, and a large laundry room offers tons of storage. Mini-split systems ensure efficient year-round comfort and an additional wood stove for warmth & charm during the colder months. The large decks offers sweeping long range views & a private firing range adds a convenient way to keep your hunting skills sharp. Despite its private setting, this property is conveniently located, only 1 hr to Asheville & 45 minutes to Waynesville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This your opportunity to own your very own Appalachian sanctuary. Seller is HIGHLY MOTIVATED and says BRING ALL OFFERS!  Stop talking about “someday.” If you’ve been wanting land, livestock, a garden, and a slower pace, this is it. The systems are built. The water flows. There is no question about it, this farm works. The only question left is whether or not you’re ready to live your dream.

Listing courtesy of Mossy Oak Properties Carolina Timber & Realty tpeacock@mossyoakproperties.com


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