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505 Mountainside Drive #27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32

Waynesville, NC 28786
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At nearly 4,000 feet in elevation, this beautiful 9.79± acre mountain property in Haywood County, North Carolina, offers the rare combination of privacy, multiple homesite opportunities, outstanding long-range views, and convenient year-round access. Located near the top of Balsam Ridge in the desirable Pioneer Ridge/Walnut Creek community, this wooded tract is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to build a mountain retreat, full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment property. The Pioneer Ridge Homeowners Association allows short-term vacation rentals, providing additional flexibility for owners interested in rental income. The property features a diverse landscape of rolling, hilly, and steeper terrain that creates both character and incredible view potential. Mature h ardwoods cover the acreage, providing natural beauty, privacy, and a true mountain setting throughout every season. Several ridges and benches across the property create three to four excellent potential building sites, allowing you to choose the location that best captures the surrounding scenery while maintaining the privacy you desire. Access is a major advantage of this property. The land can be reached from Mountainside Drive via Firefly Drive as well as Summit Ridge Drive, giving owners multiple options for entering and developing the property. Three separate entrances have already been graded, and portions of existing driveways are in place. With a little maintenance and improvement, these established access points can provide an excellent starting point for future construction. The views are simply outstanding. From several locations on the property, you'll enjoy sweeping vistas overlooking Hyatt Creek Valley, with layers of mountain ridges stretching into the distance. On clear days, the Blue Ridge Parkway can be seen winding across the mountains on the opposite side of the valley, creating a spectacular backdrop that changes with every season. Whether it's the fresh greens of spring, cool summer mountain breezes, vibrant fall foliage, or peaceful winter landscapes, this property offers exceptional scenery year-round. For buyers seeking flexibility, horses and cattle are permitted within the community, providing additional opportunities for those interested in a mountain homestead or small hobby farm. The Pioneer Ridge Homeowners Association regularly maintains the neighborhood roads, including snow removal and salting during winter weather when necessary. Four-wheel drive is generally not necessary for everyday access, although it is recommended during periods of snow or ice. Per the community restrictions, hunting is not permitted within Pioneer Ridge. Haywood County is well known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, hiking, fishing, waterfalls, and easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains, and the charming mountain towns of Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Sylva, and Asheville. Whether you're looking for a private escape, a future retirement destination, a vacation rental investment, or a place to build your dream mountain home, this property offers the setting, elevation, and views that make Western North Carolina one of the region's most sought-after destinations. Properties with nearly 10 acres, multiple potential homesites, existing graded entrances, panoramic mountain views, and the flexibility for short-term vacation rentals are becoming increasingly difficult to find. If you've been searching for a mountain property that offers privacy, natural beauty, development potential, year-round accessibility, and excellent investment potential, this 9.79± acre Haywood County tract offers an outstanding opportunity to bring your vision to life.

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Property Type : Land

Price : $229,900

AD Id : 87421390

MLS Id : CAR4399158

Lot Size : 9.79 Acres(Lot)

County : Haywood

Subdivision: Walnut Creek Ridge

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  • Water Source

    WaterSource: Well Needed

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Hilly, Rolling Slope, Wooded Lot Size Area: 9.79 acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Land Sub Type: Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$249900

  • Tax Information

    Tax Assessed Value: 145400 Parcel Number: 7695-23-0164

  • Homeowners Association Information

    HOA: $1,250.00 Annually

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Hazelwood Junior High School: Waynesville Senior High School: Tuscola
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Septic Needed Water Source: Well Needed
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: Walnut Creek Ridge City: Waynesville
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MLS: CAROLINA #4399158 LISTED BY: Chip Camp, Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC 704-473-3833 SOURCE: CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) (Listings courtesy of CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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