1470 Thermal City Rd, Union Mills, NC, 28167
About This Home
Once-in-a-Lifetime Estate in Union Mills! This extraordinary property offers unlimited possibilities with 65 gently rolling acres, an 8,950 sq. ft. lodge, a one-bedroom Gate House, and 6 brand-new log cabin rentals, plus additional development opportunities throughout the property. The lodge is perfectly designed across two levels. The main floor features 4,952 sq. ft. with a massive open great room highlighted by a stunning stone gas fireplace, a sunroom with a hot tub, 4 spacious bedrooms, a TV room, a double kitchen, a bar area, 4 large bathrooms, and a laundry room. The second floor offers 3,998 sq. ft. with 7 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a theater room, a game room, and an additional laundry room. The Gate House is a beautifully finished one-bedroom rental complete with its own private hot tub. The six new log cabins are thoughtfully positioned for privacy, each featuring a covered deck and private hot tub. This property has hosted many weddings and events with a large guest capacity, making it a premier destination for celebrations, retreats, and gatherings. In addition to the existing improvements, there are 8 additional cabin or RV sites ready to go, and the property has a conceptual layout plan showing the potential for up to 88 total RV sites. Whether you’re looking for a luxury private estate, a thriving hospitality business, an RV resort, an equestrian property, a wedding venue, or a family retreat, this property can bring your vision to life. Adding to its uniqueness, the far corner of the property adjoins a Conserving Carolina protected area of approximately 1,500 acres, providing additional privacy and natural beauty. Conveniently located with easy access to I-40, it’s just 24 miles to Tryon International Equestrian Center, 46 miles to Asheville, and 84 miles to Charlotte. This is truly a one-of-a-kind Western North Carolina mountain estate. Schedule your private tour today and experience everything this incredible property has to offer.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Aluminum
- Construction materials: Cedar Shake,Stone,Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Utility Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 18
- Bathrooms: 14
- Full bathrooms: 11
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Wood
- Fireplace features: Gas,Gas Log,Great Room,Propane,Recreation Room
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 11,650
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Heat Pump,Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Ductless,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 11,650
- Total interior livable area: 11,650 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1645916
- Zoning: None
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Year Round
Lot
- Lot size: 65.78 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot,Parking Space(s)
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
- Strong Wind
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Rutherford County and North Carolina
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $60,678 | $728,136 |
| Home Insurance * | $4,898 | $58,776 |
| Property Taxes | $4,856 | $58,272 |
| Electricity | $1,085 | $13,021 |
| Total | $71,517 | $858,204 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-11 | Listed for sale | $12,000,000 |
| 2021-08-17 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-07-06 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000 |
| 2021-06-21 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-04-13 | Listed for sale | $1,439,000 |
| 2020-03-02 | Listing removed | $1,439,000 |
| 2019-05-20 | Listed for sale | $1,439,000 |
| 2014-05-23 | Sold | $33,943 |
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