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About this home
RARE RETREAT & HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITY | 16 ACRES | SIX CABINS | SECOND BROAD RIVER | WATERFALL VIEWS An exceptional Western North Carolina retreat and recreational property where historic character, water features, accommodations and gathering spaces come together. Situated on approximately 16 acres along the Second Broad River, this distinctive property includes an approximately 4,200-SF main residence, six insulated sleeper cabins, approximately 800-SF bathhouse, 20’ x 40’ heated saltwater pool, waterfall views and extensive outdoor recreational areas. The property provides an extraordinary environment for fishing, kayaking, swimming, hiking, exploring trails, enjoying the river and gathering with family, friends or groups. The combination of Second Broad River frontage, waterfall views, trails, pool, cabins and gathering areas creates a unique recreational setting with numerous possibilities for an experienced owner/operator. Approximately $500,000 in improvements have been made since 2025, including six cabins, bathhouse, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, foundation, septic, landscaping, fencing, security gate and pool improvements. Seller reports permits and inspections associated with numerous improvements. The property currently has an established retreat operation, with approximately 15 beds/10 rooms (6 bedrooms & 5 1/2 bath in the main home), six cabins and infrastructure designed to accommodate guests and gatherings. An established business entity and related operation may be available for transfer, subject to mutually acceptable terms. With its historic residence, Second Broad River setting, waterfall views, recreational amenities, extensive improvements and proximity to Forest City and regional Western North Carolina markets, this is a highly unusual opportunity for an experienced investor or operator. SEE AGENT REMARKS REGARDING THE RECORDED DEED RESTRICTION, INTENDED USE, TITLE, FINANCING AND BUYER DUE DILIGENCE.
Property details
- MLS
- Canopy MLS
- MLS #
- CAR4427873
- Property type
- N/A
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 5
- On market date
- September 24, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
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- Parking spaces
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- Lot size
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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.
- Enrollment
- 208
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
- District
- Rutherford County Schools
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.0:1
- District
- Rutherford County Schools
- Enrollment
- 673
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.0:1
- District
- Rutherford County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Ellenboro'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 22 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.







