Photo enhanced to show what the waterfall looks like after a heavy rain! Beautiful!!! - Marion
Welcome to 227 Locust Cove Rd, your creekfront cottage tucked between the mountains! - Marion
The most amazing view from the back porch!! - Marion
Spiral staircase is a statement in the main living room. - Marion
Two tiers of decks make this a great entertaining space! Relax and enjoy the mountain and creek views! - Marion
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Open concept kitchen. - Marion
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Tongue + Groove walls in the first floor bedroom provide the perfect cottage-cabin blend! - Marion
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Covered back deck to enjoy summer storms overlooking the creek. - Marion
So many nooks to relax by the creekside - Marion
Fire pit for the crisp, fall evenings. - Marion
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Enjoy views from the second story deck! - Marion
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$267,000

Marion, NC 28752
Listed by Kathryn Rudisill · NorthGroup Real Estate LLC
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Living area
1,238 sqft
Year built
1970

About this home

Creekside Mountain Retreat with Views, Dual Decks & Flexible Living Space Tucked into the peaceful valley, sounded by mountain views, this charming creekside cottage offers the kind of quiet that’s hard to find anymore. Wake up to the sound of rushing water, sip coffee beside the creek, and spend your evenings under the stars at your creekside fire pit. Large windows throughout the home bring in abundant natural light and create a seamless connection to the outdoors. Enjoy a deep connection to nature that you feel at sunrise looking at the Mountain View while experiencing the waterfall spill over the rocks into the creek. The cozy retreat features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath. Cascade the charming spiral staircase to the upstairs two rooms: the second bedroom could also served as a versatile bonus room with closet—ideal for a home office, guest space, or creative studio. Though it feels worlds away, you’re just 15 minutes from Marion and less than 15 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, set to reopen later this year. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, weekend escape, or vacation rental opportunity, this property captures the simple magic of mountain living — peaceful mornings, cool creekside afternoons, and the feeling of truly getting away from it all. Furniture and Lawn equipment negotiable.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4384646
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
none
Status
Active
Days on market
31
On market date
May 27, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Pleasant Gardens Elementary School
4.33 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
296
Student:teacher ratio
12.3:1
District
McDowell County Schools
Middle
West McDowell Middle School
5.51 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
648
Student:teacher ratio
15.8:1
District
McDowell County Schools
High
McDowell Early College
10.8 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
254
Student:teacher ratio
23.1:1
District
McDowell County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Marion's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

9
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
2.8 / 20 -- Least walkable
Nearby-amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$1,758/mo
$53,400 down
$213,600 loan
Principal & interest$1,385
Property tax (est.)$223
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 29, 2026.

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.