288 Long Ridge Road

Old Fort, NC 28762

MLS#: 4297306

$535,000

Status: Active
Listing number: 4297306
Listing provided by: Your Choice Realty of NC
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 17 days ago
On site: 9 months ago
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Gateway Mountain - Residential

Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

3

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

2001

Sq.Footage

2,686

Beautiful lakefront retreat in the gated 3,000-acre community of Gateway Mountain. This spacious 4-bedroom home backs directly to Lake George and includes a private walking path to both the lake and a nearby waterfall. The main level features an open floor plan with wood floors, a fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen with new appliances. A large screened-in deck and an expansive open deck overlook the nature preserve and Lake George—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The lower level offers generous flex space ideal for a home theater, office, recreation room, or additional guest space. The front yard includes a Pollinator Garden and three fruit trees (orange, nectarine, and peach). Recent improvements include a brand-new metal roof and a new water pressure tank. Adjacent Lot 878 is included, offering potential long-range views and an excellent opportunity to build a second home or cabin for short-term vacation rentals. Gateway Mountain provides easy access to Old Fort, Black Mountain, and Asheville—less than an hour away. This home sustained no damage from Helene and is truly move-in ready. Seller is willing to include all furniture with an acceptable offer.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    1664.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central, Ductless, Electric, Forced Air, Propane, Zoned

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    1

  • Other Exterior Features

    Boat Slip, Dock

  • Parking

    Driveway, Garage Faces Side, RV Access/Parking

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened

  • Pool

    No

  • View

    Mountain(s), Water

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Rolling Slope, Orchard(s), Private, Sloped, Views, Wooded

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

Price

  • Sales Price

    $535,000

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 686

  • Price/SqFt

    $199

HOA

  • Association

    Yes

  • Association Fee 2

    $1,407

  • Association Fee

    $140

  • Association Fee Frequency

    Monthly

  • Association Fee 2 Frequency

    Annually

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

School District

  • Elementary School

    Old Fort

  • Middle School

    West McDowell

  • High School

    McDowell

Property Features

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Association Amenities

    Trail(s)

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Water Source

    Well

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Elementary School

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Middle School

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Beautiful lakefront retreat in the gated 3,000-acre community of Gateway Mountain. This spacious 4-bedroom home backs directly to Lake George and includes a private walking path to both the lake and a nearby waterfall. The main level features an open floor plan with wood floors, a fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen with new appliances. A large screened-in deck and an expansive open deck overlook the nature preserve and Lake George—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The lower level offers generous flex space ideal for a home theater, office, recreation room, or additional guest space. The front yard includes a Pollinator Garden and three fruit trees (orange, nectarine, and peach). Recent improvements include a brand-new metal roof and a new water pressure tank. Adjacent Lot 878 is included, offering potential long-range views and an excellent opportunity to build a second home or cabin for short-term vacation rentals. Gateway Mountain provides easy access to Old Fort, Black Mountain, and Asheville—less than an hour away. This home sustained no damage from Helene and is truly move-in ready. Seller is willing to include all furniture with an acceptable offer.

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