$470,000
About this home
Welcome to your own private countryside retreat, where peaceful living, equestrian lifestyle, and exceptional investment potential come together. Nestled within a gated community in a quiet, safe neighborhood, this secluded 2-acre property offers breathtaking countryside views, mature trees, and the rare opportunity to keep up to two horses. Ideally located just minutes from the renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center and charming Tryon, this property is perfectly suited for horse enthusiasts, competitors, spectators, and visitors seeking the best of Western North Carolina living. Its highly desirable location has also produced proven vacation rental income, making it an attractive opportunity for investors or owners looking to generate supplemental revenue. The thoughtfully maintained 2494-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a beautifully renovated bathroom and fresh interior paint throughout. Spacious living areas provide comfort and flexibility for full-time living, a vacation getaway, or short-term rental use. Outdoor living is where this property truly shines. Enjoy morning coffee or evening gatherings on the screened-in porch overlooking the natural beauty of the property, host family and friends around the fire pit, or unwind beside the picturesque koi pond. The peaceful setting offers unmatched privacy while remaining conveniently close to local dining, shopping, wineries, and equestrian events. An oversized garage provides abundant space for vehicles, equipment, recreational gear, hobbies, or workshop needs. With a successful vacation rental history and additional income-producing possibilities, this property presents exceptional potential for multiple revenue streams, including double rental income opportunities. Whether you're searching for a private equestrian homestead, a mountain getaway, or an income-producing investment near one of the nation's premier equestrian destinations, this unique property offers a rare combination of tranquility, convenience, and financial opportunity. Property Highlights 2-acre equestrian property allowing up to 2 horses / Proven vacation rental income history / Potential for multiple income streams / Minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center / Convenient to downtown Tryon, restaurants, shops, wineries, and equestrian events / 2494sq. ft. / 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms / Renovated bathroom / Fresh interior paint / Gated community / Quiet, safe, and private setting / Expansive scenic countryside views / Mature trees and natural surroundings / Oversized garage / Screened-in porch / Fire pit and beautiful koi pond / Double rental income potential
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Property details
- MLS #
- CAR4394425
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Green River Highlands
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- On market date
- June 23, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
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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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 341
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.8:1
- District
- Polk County Schools
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.4:1
- District
- Polk County Schools
- Enrollment
- 60
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.0:1
- District
- Polk County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Rutherfordton'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).
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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 25, 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.