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119 Old Salem Branch Dr #1B, Alexander, NC, 28701

2beds
1baths
797sqft
$425,000
$533price/sqft
$2,680/moest. monthly cost
$107,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

Hand-Hewn Craftsmanship. River Views. A True Mountain Escape. Tucked away on 1.75 private acres overlooking the French Broad River, this hand-hewn log cabin offers a rare sense of place where craftsmanship, setting, and experience come together effortlessly. From the moment you arrive, there is a quiet magic to the property, inviting you to slow down and settle in. Mornings begin on the rocking chair front porch, coffee in hand, as the soft sound of the river carries through the trees. Evenings are spent beside the striking wood-burning stone fireplace, its scale and texture anchoring the home’s warm, inviting interior. Vaulted ceilings and natural wood finishes create an open yet intimate atmosphere, with light filtering in to highlight the character of every beam and detail. Designed for both relaxation and connection to the outdoors, the home offers multiple spaces to unwind, from the covered porch to the private deck with hot tub, where you can soak under the stars after a day of hiking, exploring, or simply enjoying the surrounding woods. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, the property presents a compelling opportunity for continued income generation, while equally suited as a personal getaway or full-time residence. Whether you’re drawn by the craftsmanship, the setting, or the lifestyle it affords, this is more than a cabin, it’s an experience of Western North Carolina at its most timeless. Please absolutely NO DRIVEBYS

Getting Around

5
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

5/10
North Windy RidgeGrades 5-63.9 mi
10/10
North Buncombe MiddleGrades 7-83.3 mi
6/10
North Buncombe HighGrades PK,9-124.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1994

Materials

  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Log,Rough Sawn,Wood

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom S

  • Level: Main

Bedroom S

  • Level: Upper

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Dining Area

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Door features: Insulated Door(s),Screen Door(s)
  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 797

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Propane,Wall Furnace
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 797
  • Total interior livable area: 797 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Upper

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 972279251000000
  • Zoning: OU
  • Special condition: Subject to Lease

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Rear Porch
  • Has spa: Yes
  • Spa features: Heated

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.73 Acres
  • Features: Rolling Slope,Wooded,Views

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes