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Union Mills · Union Mills, NC

980 Mountain Forest Drive

Union Mills, NC · 2,505 sqft

$1,799,000

Reduced from $1,899,000

  • 5Beds
  • 5Baths
  • 2,505SqFt
  • 1974Year
  • 89Days on market

About this home

The Lodge at Cane Creek — A 116-Acre Private Mountain Estate.

Discover an extraordinary Western North Carolina retreat where a handcrafted mountain lodge, equestrian facilities, recreation, and remarkable privacy come together across approximately 116 acres. Behind a private gated entrance, the estate encompasses four parcels, including approximately 20 acres outside HOA restrictions—offering an exceptional combination of privacy, flexibility, and recreational opportunity.

At the heart of the property is a handcrafted dovetail log lodge constructed from timber harvested directly from the land. Surrounded by mountain views, streams, established trails, and abundant wildlife, the lodge offers timeless craftsmanship and an unmistakable sense of place. Soaring ceilings, exposed timber beams, expansive windows, and a grand stone fireplace create an impressive gathering space, while the primary suite features its own fireplace and separate bathrooms.

A detached 647-square-foot guest apartment above the garage provides additional accommodations with its own kitchen, full bath, bedroom area, and private entrance.

Beyond the lodge, the estate is designed to be experienced outdoors. Two stocked ponds, multiple streams, established trails, abundant wildlife, hunting opportunities, two hunting stands, and a waterfront BBQ area create a true sporting and recreational retreat.

Equestrian amenities include a custom cedar barn with four stalls, tack room, loft with hay feeders, full bath, water, electricity, and adjacent pasture. A large cedar storage building provides additional space for equipment, tools, and recreational gear.

The property is also exceptionally well equipped, with generator systems serving the main lodge, guest apartment, and well house, along with two wells and a 290-gallon fuel storage tank. Most furnishings, the tractor, UTVs, and additional equipment convey, allowing the next owner to begin enjoying the property immediately.

The Lodge at Cane Creek represents a rare opportunity to own 116 acres of Western North Carolina for recreation, equestrian pursuits, a family retreat, or a legacy estate to be enjoyed for generations.

Property details

Beds
5
Baths
5
SqFt
2,505
Lot
Year built
1974
Type
Single Family
Days on market
89
Garage
2
Style
Cabin
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Foundation
Crawl Space
Flooring
Wood
View
Mountain(s), Water
HOA dues
$840 / yr

Features

  • Entrance Foyer
  • Garden Tub
  • Pantry
  • Fence
  • Fire Pit
  • Storage

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly payment

Includes P&I, tax, insurance, HOA

$13,085/ month

Principal & interest
$11,141
Property tax (~0.90%)
$1,349
Homeowners insurance
$524
HOA dues
$70

Down payment

$89,950 down · $1,709,050 financed

Income to qualify (28% rule)

~$560,815 / year household

A rough rule — actual qualification depends on your full debt picture, credit, and the lender. Christy can introduce you to lenders she trusts.

Numbers are a directional estimate. Actual monthly cost varies by lender, credit, taxes assessed at closing, and insurance carrier. This is not a loan offer or pre-approval.

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