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3903 Island Ford Road

Brevard, NC 28712

$16,200,000 $68,299/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

6,140

Sqft

161.10

Acres(Lot)

Description

Blue Fish Farm is one of the most significant legacy offerings in the Blue Ridge Mountains, an extraordinary 160-plus-acre riverfront estate in Brevard, where privacy, scale and natural beauty converge along more than a mile of the French Broad River. Just minutes from Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Forest and the region’s iconic waterfalls, this is a rare opportunity to own an irreplaceable Western North Carolina retreat. Originally designed by Platt Architects, the estate reflects a timeless mountain-modern aesthetic, blending refined craftsmanship with materials that echo the surrounding landscape. Across more than 12,700 square feet of combined living space, the property unfolds as a curated collection of residences, including a primary home, two guest cottages and a pool house, each thoughtfully positioned to capture river, pasture and mountain views. The main residence is warm, sophisticated and deeply connected to its setting, featuring heart pine flooring, natural bluestone, custom millwork and expansive windows that frame the landscape in every direction. Open-concept living spaces transition seamlessly to covered porches and outdoor entertaining areas, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle synonymous with luxury mountain living. A series of guest residences provides exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, private retreats or luxury rental potential. The Treehouse offers an intimate escape tucked into mature forest canopy, while The Hideaway delivers generous scale and privacy. The Pool House elevates the experience further with a full kitchen, fitness area, home theater, and direct access to a heated pool and tennis court, designed for relaxation and recreation. The land itself is the defining feature, over 160 acres of rolling pasture, hardwood forest, and curated grounds with three spring-fed ponds, an established trail system and expansive river frontage ideal for fly fishing, kayaking, and exploration. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, equestrian estate, working farm or corporate retreat, the possibilities are as expansive as the property itself. Despite its remarkable seclusion, Blue Fish Farm is less than 10 minutes from downtown Brevard’s vibrant dining, breweries and boutique shopping, and within easy reach of Hendersonville, Asheville Regional Airport and Asheville’s renowned cultural scene. Lake Toxaway and its private club amenities are also nearby, offering an added layer of lifestyle appeal. Blue Fish Farm is more than a property, it is a generational estate, a French Broad River sanctuary and a rare convergence of luxury, land and legacy in one of North Carolina’s sought-after mountain destinations.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $16,200,000

AD Id : 76529520

MLS Id : CAR4358298

Beds : 10

Lot Size : 161.10 Acres

Living Area Size : 6,140

Year Built : 1959

Garage : 3

County : Transylvania

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 10

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 15 Full Baths: 10 Half Baths: 5

Room Information

Has Basement: Yes

Interior Features

Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s) Roof: Architectural Shingle Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Other Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room, Main Level, Multiple Locations

Roofing Information

Architectural Shingle
Flooring Information

Flooring: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Wood Construction Materials: Cedar Shake, Stone, Wood
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Well

Building Information

Year Built: 1959
Exterior Features

Fence, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Tennis Court(s) Construction Materials: Cedar Shake, Stone, Wood Foundation Details: Basement Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Pool Features

Private Pool: 1 Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool

Lot Information

Lot Description: Cleared, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Green Area, Level, Open Lot, Pasture, Pond(s), Private, River Front, Rolling Slope, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views, Waterfront Lot Size Area: 161.1 acre

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Other

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$16200000

Tax Information

Tax Assessed Value: 10579970 Parcel Number: 8584-13-7310-000

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Parking Information

Open Parking: Open parking spaces in front of and beside the main home and parking spaces in front of each guest home Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side, Other - See Remarks

Garage Information

Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 3

School Information

Elementary School: Unspecified Junior High School: Unspecified Senior High School: Unspecified
Utility Information

Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Power Lines Sewer: Septic Installed Water Source: Well
Location Information

Subdivision: None City: Brevard Direction: Private, no drivebys. Appointment required.

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MLS: CAROLINA #4358298 LISTED BY: Alec Cantley, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty 828-277-3238 SOURCE: CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) (Listings courtesy of CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID)