Welcome to Mystic Lands - an upscale, nature centered community with direct access to Queen's Lake, the Nantalahala River, and bordered by National Forest - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
One of the Ridge top lot views - several lots have views like this! - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
View from a premium ridge top lot - long range views - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Entrance to Queen's Creek Lake - recreational lake - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Views from one of the lots - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Mystic Ridge Gate - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Queen's Lake Canoe House - A Mystic Ridge amenity where residents can store their personal canoes and kayaks, or borrow from the HOA stock - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
The Queens Lake Canoe Club - located in Mystic Ridge, steps away from the lake - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Nature Lover's paradise with a peaceful lake and national forest for miles! - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Queens lake - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Entrance to Mystic Forest - gated with paved roads throughout the subdivision - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Mystic Forest amenities include an equestrian center, complete with barn/stables and a riding arena - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial of Mystic Forest Equestrian Center, including the stables and riding arena - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial view of Mystic Ridge looking down onto Queen's Lake - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Rustic timber pavilion by the pond in Mystic Forest - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Mystic Forest fishing pond from the pavilion - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Beautiful community spaces to enjoy - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial view of a homesite - all lots have graded, ready to build sites - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Mystic Sky Observatory located in Mystic Ridge and perfectly positioned to take in the dark night skies here - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial of the observatory in Mystic Ridge - perfect place to marvel at the dark night skies here! - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial view of a homesite - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
View of Queens lake - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Portion of the Nantahala near the kayak put in on Wayah Rd - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
The Nantahala River near the NOC - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Views from the ridge - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Ridge top build site - flat and ready to go! - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
View of Queens Lake dam - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
View of Queens Lake and a lakefront home in Mystic Ridge - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial view of the Mystic Forest Equestrian Center and Queen's Lake - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial showing several homesites - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Mystic Ridge fishing pond - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial of a build site - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Every lot has a graded built site - some lots come with water tap, some have a shared well - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Another ridge top view - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial of the Nantahala River - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
Aerial of the Nantahala Outdoor Center Campus, stretching both sides of the river - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
The Nantahala River - a pristine recreational hot spot in Western North Carolina - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
The Nantahala Outdoor Center welcomes more than 1 million visitors every year - 0 Winding Stairs Road, Topton
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$3,000,000

0 Winding Stairs Road
Topton, NC 28781
Listed by Austin Lechner · Altitude Real Estate Group Inc
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About this home

Rare opportunity to acquire a 35-homesite development portfolio within the upscale gated Mystic Lands community of Western North Carolina. Bordering the national forest with access to the Nantahala River and Queen's Lake, this exceptional offering provides builders, developers, and investors the opportunity to secure immediate inventory in an established mountain community known for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and unique amenities. The portfolio consists of 35 individually deeded shovel-ready homesites offered together as a single sale, eliminating the time and expense of assembling parcels individually. Community infrastructure includes paved roads, underground utilities, and established protective covenants with architectural review designed to preserve long-term property values. Inventory includes ridge top lots with expansive views, lots with lake views, and wooded lots nestled by the national forest. It's a great variety to suit a range of home styles and price points. Mystic Lands offers an impressive collection of amenities that set it apart from other mountain communities, including the Mystic Forest equestrian facilities and riding arena, stocked pond, miles of scenic walking trails, Mystic Ridge canoe house and lodge, night sky observatory, access to Queen's Lake, and the Mystic River section featuring a riverfront clubhouse and private scenic river islands along the Nantahala River. Located just minutes from the Nantahala Gorge, Nantahala National Forest, Fontana Lake, and countless outdoor recreation opportunities, the community appeals to buyers seeking primary residences, mountain retreats, and vacation homes. Short-term rentals are permitted, creating additional flexibility and investment potential. Individual parcel inventory, maps, and supporting documentation are available. Offered as a single portfolio sale. An exceptional opportunity for regional builders, developers, or investors seeking a large-scale homesite acquisition in one of Western North Carolina's premier mountain communities.

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4398874
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
Mystic Forest
Status
Active
Days on market
15
On market date
July 15, 2026
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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
Swain County West Elementary
11.14 mi away · Grades 0-5
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
411
Student:teacher ratio
12.8:1
District
Swain County Schools
Middle
Swain County Middle School
14.38 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
472
Student:teacher ratio
16.3:1
District
Swain County Schools
High
Swain County High School
15.14 mi away · Grades 9-12
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
557
Student:teacher ratio
14.3:1
District
Swain County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Topton'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).

25
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.7 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
28 / 100
Restaurants & cafes3
Grocery stores1
Parks3
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

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

On the market 15 days -- 183 fewer days than Topton's current average of 198 days.
For reference, the median list price across 69 active listings in Topton right now is $85,000.

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$600,000 down
$2,400,000 loan
Principal & interest$15,566
Property tax (est.)$2,500
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 30, 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.