180° Mountain Views
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Some places you visit. This one you exhale into. Thirteen private acres on a true ridgetop above the French Broad — not a slope with a peek at a peak, but roughly 180 degrees of unobstructed mountain horizon: the Pisgah range filling one side, Mitchell on the other. Skies that blaze with the Milky Way, a new cedar soaking tub set into the slope, a river-rock fire pit, and resident wildlife. Yours alone, just 20 minutes from downtown Asheville.
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Perched on the ridge top with panoramic views of the Pisgah and Mitchell ranges, this is thirteen acres of protected Western North Carolina mountain land — yours alone for the length of your stay. Feel the nature howling to your wild soul. The property sits high above the French Broad River, flanked on both sides by conservation-protected land. Morning fog from the river gorge routinely settles in the meadow and burns away by mid-morning, and through the warm months the restored grasslands come alive with seasonal native wildflowers. At night, with no light pollution for miles, the sky detonates with stars — the Milky Way spilling clear from ridge to ridge, the kind of dark sky most people forget exists. “Best mountain sunsets we’ve ever seen. Right above the French Broad River. Perfect base camp for Asheville culture & nature adventures.” — Robby About the view: Plenty of listings advertise “mountain views.” Here, you’re on top of the ridge — roughly 140 degrees of open, unobstructed mountain on one side and another 30 degrees of Mitchell range on the other. The full panorama opens from the crest of the pasture, an easy hundred-foot stroll up from the house — the kind of short walk that becomes a ritual: coffee at sunrise, a drink at golden hour, the whole sky at night. Why So Foxy? The previous owners tell of a fox who slept in the dairy barn down the slope, tucked in among the cattle on winter nights. The cows paid her no mind and she returned the courtesy — an unlikely peace that held season after season. The barn’s still standing, the cows are not, but the foxes never left. Look close across the restored grasslands; one might just be watching back. Living, thriving land: This is genuine black-bear habitat — a mother bear has raised a litter of cubs here each spring for four years running, including three cubs in 2026. They’re wild animals living their own lives at the edges of the property, a quiet, magical part of what makes this land feel alive. Families fall into their own rhythm here too: a gentle morning and evening stroll up to the upper meadow, where the old fruit trees draw deer and birds and the sunset closes the day. It’s the kind of simple ritual kids and couples remember. “We fell into the loveliest routine — every morning and evening the kids and I would stroll up to the upper meadow by the fruit trees to watch for deer and birds, then stay for the sunset. It became the highlight of the trip. So peaceful, so much room to roam, and that view never got old.” — Sarah New this season: a cedar soaking tub, set partway up the slope between the house and the ridge crest — high enough to soak in an elevated mountain view as you let the day go. There’s a river-rock fire pit for the evenings, trails that wander the ridge, and the kind of quiet that takes a day or two to fully sink into. “The outdoor vibe was really special. We were outside after dark every night enjoying the stars and fire — sometimes later than we probably should have been. Usually you have to drive forever to the middle of nowhere to get that kind of privacy, but this place was close to everything we wanted to do in Asheville. Fantastic trip all around.” — Christina The home A warm, updated two-bedroom retreat that sleeps 4, with expansive windows that keep you connected to the land from nearly every room. The master suite has a king memory-foam bed and an attached sitting space with its own fireplace — ideal for families or groups wanting a little separation. The second bedroom has a queen bed and a quiet creative nook that closes off for focused work. Multiple fireplaces, cozy reading corners, a fully stocked kitchen, and a smart TV ready for your streaming logins. “This is one of the coolest places we’ve ever stayed on Airbnb. Really neat modern cabin vibe on a huge and beautiful property. Can’t wait to come back in the Fall!” — Cheryl The land is the amenity • 13 private acres above the French Broad River gorge, surrounded by protected land • Panoramic Pisgah & Mitchell range views • Resident wildlife: black bear (cubs born on-property each spring), wild turkey, fox, bobcat, white-tailed deer, and the occasional ruffled grouse • New cedar soaking tub, elevated on the slope with an open mountain view • River-rock fire pit and on-site ridge trails • Some of the darkest skies in Western NC — Milky Way and meteor-shower stargazing, naked-eye • Enrolled in NRCS native-grasses habitat replenishment + NC Forestry programs, with ongoing grassland and wildlife habitat restoration Right outside • Float the French Broad, shallow and inviting • Cast for smallmouth bass on the Bailey Bend fishery, one of the best stretches around. Walking distance from the property • Trail and driveway access down to Walnut Island River Park • ~20 minutes to downtown Asheville’s restaurants, galleries, and breweries “Such awesome views, and so awesome to have so much space and privacy that close to downtown Asheville.” — Thomas Good to know • 2 bed / 1 bath, ~1,000 sq ft, sleeps 4 • Pet friendly — well-behaved dogs welcome (pet fee applies) • High-speed fiber WiFi — work remotely or stream • Gentle, gradual driveway • Covered awning for shaded summer afternoons and storm-watching — the metal roof turns mountain rain into a symphony • Self check-in; we leave you alone to enjoy your privacy A word about the land: This is wild, managed, unspoiled country — not a manicured resort — and that’s exactly why the right guests fall for it. We’re committed to the long-term restoration and conservation of this land, with more habitat work and lodging experiences planned in the seasons ahead. Quiet nights. Skies blazing with more stars than you knew were up there. Wild country at the edges, and a great dinner in Asheville just down the road. Come let the mountains do what they do.
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Amenities
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- Pool
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Entertainment
- Ethernet connection
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- Pool
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Entertainment
- Ethernet connection
Family
- Board games
- Crib
- Fireplace guards
- Pack 'n Play/travel crib
Heating and cooling
- Indoor fireplace
Home safety
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Single level home No stairs in home
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
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