Mark Marshall

$935,000

8.95 Acres

Mills River, North Carolina, 28759

A rare development opportunity in Mills River, NC, one of the most sought-after areas of Western North Carolina. Ideally located just minutes from South Asheville, Asheville Regional Airport, and Pisgah National Forest, this property offers the perfect balance of accessibility, privacy, and natural beauty. The land has been professionally surveyed and designed into a proposed 8-lot subdivision, with homesites averaging approximately 0.75 acres. A thoughtfully planned 4.44-acre green space enhances the layout, preserving open views, natural character, and long-term value. (Survey and plat reflecting the 8-lot configuration and green space have been completed but are not yet recorded.) Featuring level to gently rolling topography, the property offers a desirable mix of open pasture and wooded areas, making it ideal for custom homes, a boutique residential development, or an investment hold. Easy access from a paved road adds to the property’s development potential. With strong location fundamentals, flexible layout, and proximity to outdoor recreation, this is a standout opportunity for builders, developers, or investors looking to create a high-quality residential community in a prime Mills River location.

$190,000

1.37 Acres

Horse Shoe, North Carolina, 28742

An exceptional opportunity to own a gorgeous tract of land in Mills River, NC, surrounded by protected conservation land, open meadow, and pristine watershed with long-range mountain views. Bordering thousands of acres near Pisgah National Forest, this property offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and long-term environmental protection in one of Western North Carolina’s most sought-after areas. The homesite is uniquely positioned alongside an approximately 6-acre protected meadow and watershed, with permitted access for the owner, creating a sense of openness, light, and connection to the surrounding landscape that is difficult to replicate. A standout feature is access to a shared, spring-fed water system sourced directly from protected watershed land, providing a clean, reliable water source, an increasingly valuable asset in today’s market. This property is ideal for a private estate, mountain retreat, or thoughtfully designed vacation rental. Flexible building options allow for a primary residence plus an accessory structure up to 50% of the main home, offering versatility while maintaining a low-impact footprint. Enjoy direct access to outdoor recreation including hiking, mountain biking, and fishing, all just minutes from your doorstep. Located a short drive from Asheville, Hendersonville, and the Asheville Regional Airport, this property offers both seclusion and convenience. Rare land, protected surroundings, and unmatched natural integrity, this is Western North Carolina mountain living at its finest.