$399,000

About this home

Tucked away in the trees with a rushing mountain creek nearby, this unique retreat offers the kind of peaceful setting that makes you want to slow down, stay awhile, and enjoy the beauty of the North Carolina mountains. Surrounded by mature hardwoods and natural landscape, this distinctive property blends rustic character with comfortable living and plenty of space to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. Step inside and you'll immediately notice the dramatic open living space with soaring ceilings, granite countertops, and a striking spiral staircase leading to the upper loft. This charming Barndominium was built specifically with function, practicality, and cost efficiency in mind. Beautiful durable floors throughout with radiant heat this structure will hold warmth in the winter and stay cooler in the summer. The frame, siding and roof are built from metal making maintenance cost low. The spacious great room provides plenty of room for gatherings, while the warm wood accents, built-in shelving, and cozy fireplace create an inviting mountain atmosphere. Large windows bring the surrounding greenery indoors and add to the property's connection with nature and the creek just steps away. The kitchen is both functional and welcoming, featuring abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, modern appliances, and a large center island that opens directly to the dining and living areas. It's an ideal setup for entertaining or simply enjoying relaxed meals with family and friends. The thoughtfully finished bathroom features beautiful natural-stone tile, a walk-in shower, and a distinctive river-rock floor, adding another touch of rustic mountain character. Upstairs, the loft area offers additional flexible space for sleeping, an office, reading nook, or whatever best fits your mountain lifestyle. Outside is where this property truly shines. A welcoming covered front porch and expansive wood decking provide multiple places to sit back and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A beautiful mountain creek meanders through the property, creating a soothing backdrop and an exceptional connection to nature. On the back deck awaits the secluded hot tub area tucked among the trees and creek--the perfect place to unwind after a day of hiking, exploring, or simply enjoying mountain life. All situated on roughly 8.5 +/- UNRESTRICTED acres and NO HOA. With its wooded setting and pasture land, flowing creek, unique architecture, inviting outdoor spaces, and unmistakable mountain charm, this property offers something truly special. If you're looking for a private mountain escape with character, nature, and plenty of possibilities, this one deserves a closer look. There's a bit of everything on this beautiful property, woods, creek, pasture land, outdoor patio area, hot tub and more! All conveniently located 10 minutes away from downtown Murphy and its amenities like HVR Casino, local vineyards, white water rafting, and local boutiques. Also, convenient to Blairsville and Blue Ridge GA.

Highlights

Property details

MLS

Hive MLS

MLS #

100598244

Property type

Single Family Residence

Subdivision

None

Status

Active

Days on market

57

On market date

August 22, 2026

Stories

N/A

Total bathrooms

2.5

Garage spaces

1

Parking spaces

1

Lot size

8.5 acres

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.