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$1,195,000

Burnsville, NC 28714
Listed by Shane Kamer · Black Bear Realty WNC
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.1
Living area
1,520 sqft
Year built
1995

About this home

Experience the pinnacle of sustainable mountain luxury. Tucked away on 6 gently sloping, wooded acres, this spectacular 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom custom wood cabin perfectly balances self-sufficiency with upscale architectural design. Surrounded by a vibrant, mature forest canopy, this private retreat is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, featuring direct access to world class trout fishing on the renowned South Toe River. The property boasts an exceptional, fully independent infrastructure designed for effortless off-grid living. A solar panel array situated discreetly beside and above the garage handles daily power generation, completely backed by a heavy-duty propane generator for seamless redundancy. Drink in the pure, crisp taste of the mountains with a pristine, gravity-fed spring water system that provides natural water pressure without relying on an electric pump, complemented by a fully permitted private septic system. Architecturally striking, the cabin features dramatic prow front windows, a soaring timber-framed covered deck, beautiful stone accents, and a massive solid-rock foundation profile that anchors the home into the hillside. Inside, the spacious 3-bed, 3.5-bath layout offers ample room for hosting family or operating a high-end vacation rental. Whether you are casting lines into the crystal-clear South Toe River, relaxing on the expansive elevated deck, or enjoying the warmth of the wood-finished interior, 165 Winding Trail offers a rare lifestyle of absolute freedom, privacy, and natural beauty. Feature Highlights Premium Waterfront Location: Immediate access to top-tier trout fishing on the highly coveted South Toe River. The Land: 6 private, gently sloping acres covered in beautiful mountain hardwoods and mature canopy trees. Elite Off-Grid Infrastructure: Pure Water Source: Gravity-fed mountain spring water system supplying crisp water with natural pressure. Private septic system installed. The Cabin: Masterfully built post beam construction accented with beautiful stone work cabin featuring 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a dramatic vaulted porch overlooking a major bend in the South Toe River giving you panoramic views of the river, skylights, and premium elevated views.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
CAR4400173
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
N/A
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
1
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
South Toe Elementary
1.96 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
96
Student:teacher ratio
12.0:1
District
Yancey County Schools
Middle
East Yancey Middle
5.17 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
259
Student:teacher ratio
13.6:1
District
Yancey County Schools
High
Mitchell High
7.94 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
476
Student:teacher ratio
12.2:1
District
Mitchell County Schools

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$239,000 down
$956,000 loan
Principal & interest$6,201
Property tax (est.)$996
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 3, 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.