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3815 Bat Cave Rd, Old Fort, NC, 28762

3beds
3baths
2,892sqft
$1,250,000
$432price/sqft
$7,765/moest. monthly cost
$310,600/yrincome needed

About This Home

Luxury Custom Log Home on 18.9 acres just 5 minutes from the breweries, shops and endless outdoor activities of Old Fort. Total mountain seclusion and craftsmanship, tucked away at the end of a private drive, this custom-built 2,892 sq ft log home offers both rustic elegance and complete privacy. Situated on nearly 19 sprawling acres, the property features over 1,000 feet of ridgeline and established trails. Stepping inside, the home immediately opens into a stunning great room defined by soaring vaulted ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Massive windows flood the space with natural light. The open-concept kitchen features custom hickory cabinetry, built-in double oven and a layout designed for entertaining. The home’s flexible floor plan includes 3 spacious bedrooms & 2.5 baths, including a soaking tub retreat in the primary suite. The dedicated home office features a 1/2 bath, floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving and glass doors that lead to a private 12’ x 18’ deck, the perfect remote-work sanctuary. 1 Gbps symmetrical fiber line already installed! Impeccably maintained hickory flooring and cultured marble bridge the gap between traditional log construction and modern luxury. The massive 875 sq ft 3-car garage includes a dedicated workspace for gear and projects. The masonry chimney supporting the main floor’s soapstone wood stove extends down to the lower level, providing the infrastructure to easily add a second stove for a heated, year-round workshop. Outdoor living is central to the experience here. The expansive 800+ square foot wrap-around front deck functions as a true outdoor wing of the home, offering a seamless transition for large-scale entertaining or quiet morning coffee. Because of its scale and orientation, you’ll find the perfect balance of sun and shade at any hour, all while being completely enveloped by the lush privacy of your own forest. The property offers tremendous opportunities for developers, featuring over 1,000 feet of ridgeline. A road is already partially roughed-in to the ridge with a secondary road fully roughed-in along the entire length of the ridge. The property boundary extends significantly down the southeastern slope toward Lavender Rd, providing the necessary space to realistically support numerous additional homesites along the ridge. This land can be subdivided and developed with no restrictions. Whether you are looking for a primary luxury estate, a multi-generational retreat, a high-performing vacation rental or full-on development, this property is a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of the Blue Ridge foothills. Access from Bat Cave Rd is secured via 1) an established easement and 2) a shared road maintenance agreement. Both easement rights and maintenance agreement transfer with the property and will extend to any future subdivided parcels.

Getting Around

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WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

7/10
3/10
Mcdowell High SchoolGrades 9-1211.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2009

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Log,Stone

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cabin,Modern,Rustic
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Dryer,Electric Cooktop,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Hood,Filtration System,Freezer,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven,Wall Oven,Washer,Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Main Level,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Basement Garage Door,Bath/Stubbed,Daylight,Interior Entry,Partial,Storage Space

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Built-in Features,Soaking Tub,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Door features: Insulated Door(s),Screen Door(s),Sliding Doors,Storm Door(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
  • Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning Stove
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,892

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Electric,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Wood Stove
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Dual,Electric,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,892
  • Total interior livable area: 2,892 sqft

Living Room

  • Features: Built-in Features,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Open Floorplan
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 390
  • Dimensions: 19' 6" X 20' 0"

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 065800600964
  • Zoning: Rural Homesite
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Balcony,Deck,Wrap Around
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Long Range,Mountain(s),Winter

Lot

  • Lot size: 18.99 Acres
  • Features: Hilly,Private,Wooded

Parking

  • Total spaces: 11
  • Parking features: Basement,Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 8

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Ice Storm
Lightning
Drought
Hail
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in McDowell County and North Carolina

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Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $6,320$75,840
Home Insurance *$512$6,144
Property Taxes $664$7,968
Electricity $269$3,232
Total$7,765$93,180
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$266,228/yr
40% on housing$232,950/yr
45% on housing$207,066/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.2%
11.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.5%
1.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$432This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28762$407
McDowell County$257

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28762$237
McDowell County$232

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-07Listed for sale$1,395,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSusan Ayers
BrokerageHomeZu

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