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$5,000,000

26 Cook Lane
Mills River, NC 28759
Listed by Nancy Witek · Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Fletcher
Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
7
Living area
8,359 sqft
Year built
2003

About this home

A Legacy Southern Estate Nestled in the idyllic Mills River Valley, this 27.5-acre estate captures the essence of Southern elegance with a touch of timeless romance. Shaded by a grove of ancient white oaks, the residence evokes the grandeur of a historic manor, blending refined architecture with the serenity of pastoral landscapes. Inside, a chef’s kitchen opens to a dramatic living room anchored by a bespoke fireplace mantel, setting the stage for elegant entertaining. French doors invite you outdoors, where rolling meadows, a charming cottage garden, and a shimmering one-acre stocked pond create a setting of unrivaled beauty. At the heart of the property stands a reimagined barn, now transformed into a sophisticated wedding and event venue. With its graceful proportions and rustic-luxe design, it offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable celebrations under vaulted ceilings and soft ambient light. Whether hosting candlelit dinners by the water, welcoming guests to a sunset soirée under the oaks, or retreating into the quiet rhythm of country life, this estate offers a lifestyle steeped in charm. Additional acreage available to improve access. Brand NEW ROOF in mid 2026!!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4301878
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
none
Status
Active
Days on market
382
On market date
September 18, 2025
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
7
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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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.

Elementary
Hendersonville Elementary
6.37 mi away · Grades 0-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
321
Student:teacher ratio
14.6:1
District
Henderson County Schools
Middle
Rugby Middle
3.28 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
784
Student:teacher ratio
14.5:1
District
Henderson County Schools
High
Henderson County Early College
9.64 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
204
Student:teacher ratio
34.0:1
District
Henderson County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Mills River's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

26
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
5.8 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
20 / 100
Restaurants & cafes2
Grocery stores2
Parks0
Schools1
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Mills River, from live MLS data.

On the market 382 days -- 267 more days than Mills River's current average of 115 days.
For reference, the median list price across 97 active listings in Mills River right now is $612,700.

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Est. monthly payment
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$1,000,000 down
$4,000,000 loan
Principal & interest$25,944
Property tax (est.)$4,167
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 15 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.