Mills River Real Estate

Mills River Real Estate

Welcome to Mills River, a charming town nestled in the heart of North Carolina. Known for its picturesque landscapes and friendly community, Mills River offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities.

Located in the scenic state of North Carolina, Mills River boasts stunning natural beauty, with the Blue Ridge Mountains serving as a breathtaking backdrop. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the abundance of recreational activities available, including hiking, fishing, and camping in the nearby Pisgah National Forest.

In addition to its natural wonders, Mills River is also home to a thriving agricultural community, with numerous farms and orchards dotting the countryside. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy fresh produce from local farmers markets and participate in agritourism activities throughout the year.

With its convenient location just a short drive from Asheville and Hendersonville, Mills River offers easy access to a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Whether you're looking to explore the vibrant arts scene, sample delicious cuisine, or simply relax in the beauty of the great outdoors, Mills River has something for everyone.

Come discover the beauty and charm of Mills River, where small-town living meets Southern hospitality in the heart of North Carolina.

Newest Listings in Mills River

$899,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 4423476 MLS ACTIVE Status
Modern mountain luxury meets thoughtful, sustainable design in High Vista. This proposed 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath mountain home by Terra Futura Builders is designed to embrace its natural surroundings while offering the comfort, style, and sophistication of a modern mountain retreat. Set on 2.66 wooded acres at the end of a quiet road, this private setting offers a rare sense of seclusion with no drive-by traffic and the peaceful feeling of being immersed in nature. The proposed rustic-modern design combines natural materials, dark architectural accents, expansive windows, and warm, inviting details to create a sophisticated aesthetic that feels perfectly at home in the mountains. A spacious deck with a covered pergola extends the living space outdoors, creating an ideal setting for morning coffee, al fresco dining, entertaining, or relaxing among the trees. The land itself is part of the experience, with mature trees, native mountain laurel, natural rock formations, and established woodland creating a beautiful backdrop. The design is intended to complement the landscape rather than compete with it, with an emphasis on a thoughtful connection between the home and its natural surroundings. Inside, the proposed design emphasizes natural light, clean lines, quality materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Terra Futura Builders brings a values-aligned approach to construction, prioritizing sustainable, non-toxic, locally produced, and responsibly repurposed materials whenever practical, while remaining mindful of craftsmanship, functionality, and real-world budgets. Much of the groundwork has already been completed. Geotechnical, survey, and soil studies are in place, and a builder with a clear vision for the property has been selected. Rather than starting from scratch, you have the opportunity to take this thoughtfully developed concept and personalize select details and finishes to create the mountain home they have been searching for but have not found on the market. The property is located within High Vista, a gated mountain community encompassing more than 500 acres of rolling hills, mature forests, and elevated terrain with beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain views. Residents who choose to join the optional POA, gain access to Chestnut Mountain Golf Course, located within the community, as well as additional amenities including a mountain-view swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, playground, and putting green. Conveniently located just a short drive from Asheville Regional Airport and within easy reach of Hendersonville, and Brevard, High Vista offers the ideal balance of privacy, recreation, natural beauty, and accessibility. This is a rare opportunity to create a private mountain sanctuary that blends luxury, modern design, intentional craftsmanship, and respect for the land—a home designed not simply to sit in the mountains, but to belong there. This is a proposed new construction with Terra Futura Builders. Buyer will have the opportunity to personalize certain details and finishes. Final plans, specifications, dimensions, landscaping, features, and construction details are subject to change and HOA architectural review and approval. Renderings are conceptual and intended to illustrate the proposed design. Make your mountain home dreams a reality!

99999 Laurel Drive Unit #12&13, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Carolina Mountain Sales. brianna@carolinamountainsales.com

$1,450,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 4419337 MLS COMING SOON Status
Set on 2.9 wooded acres, this spacious 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers an impressive combination of privacy, architectural character, flexible living space, and exceptional outdoor surroundings. From the front patio, enjoy mountain views before stepping inside to generously sized rooms filled with natural light, hardwood floors, and soaring ceilings. The primary suite, office, and family room all feature vaulted ceilings, adding to the home's open and airy feel, while multiple living areas provide plenty of room for entertaining, working from home, or simply spreading out. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, a large center island, and plenty of workspace, while the expansive main-level primary suite includes a spacious bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, huge separate shower with his/hers closets. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide plenty of space for family and guests. The lower level adds even more usable space, offering flexibility for recreation, hobbies, a home gym, or additional living areas. With its substantial footprint and timeless architectural details, the home is ready for its next owner to bring their own style and personal touches. Outside is where this property truly distinguishes itself. Extensive landscaping, stone retaining walls, fire pit, winding pathways, an artificial waterfall, and a gathering/dining area create a private setting that feels tucked into the mountains. Multiple outdoor gathering spaces provide opportunities to entertain, relax, and enjoy the wooded surroundings. Parking is equally impressive, with two driveways, a two-car garage on the main level, an additional one-car garage on the lower level, and plenty of additional parking for guests. With 2.9 acres, mountain views, abundant living space, distinctive outdoor features, and room to make it your own, this property offers a rare opportunity to create an exceptional Western North Carolina retreat.

643 Mill Ridge Drive, Mills River

Listing courtesy of NextHome Partners. eskritt.greg@gmail.com

$650,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 4422309 MLS ACTIVE Status
Feel like you’ve won the home search lottery at 168 S Country Lane, a rare Mills River property that checks all the boxes buyers search for but seldom find in one place. No HOA, 1.37 private acres, highly usable yard, extensively updated home, flexible bonus space, outbuilding with power, and an incredibly convenient location are just the beginning. Carefully remodeled from top to bottom, this home is truly move-in ready with major improvements already completed, including an updated roof and HVAC system, encapsulated crawlspace, and thoughtful custom touches throughout. Inside, hardwood flooring, custom ceilings, accent walls, and a stone fireplace create a warm and welcoming feel. The beautifully updated kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and updated en-suite bath, while both guest bedrooms are generously sized and share an impressively renovated hall bathroom. Downstairs, a large bonus room with half bath and its own exterior entrance offers incredible flexibility for a home office, game room, exercise space, or comfortable accommodations for out-of-town guests. The basement also features a 50-amp outlet, providing the possibility to plug in your RV right at home. Outside is where this property continues to set itself apart. The 1.37-acre lot feels more like a private park than a yard, with mature trees, abundant usable open space, and plenty of room to garden, play, entertain, or simply enjoy the privacy. With no HOA, you have the freedom to make the property your own. Expansive decks adds outdoor living space, while the fully wired shed offers electricity, excellent storage, workshop potential, and the ability to accommodate barn-related uses. Tucked away in a peaceful, private setting without sacrificing convenience, 168 S Country Lane is centrally located in Mills River with easy access to Hendersonville, Asheville, Brevard, and the outdoor recreation of Western North Carolina. Updated, private, usable acreage, no HOA, flexible living space, storage, RV capability, and a convenient location.....this is the combination you've been looking for!

168 S Country Lane, Mills River

Listing courtesy of BluAxis Realty. spencer@bluaxis.com

$99,900
4418794 MLS ACTIVE Status
Some buyers spend years searching for the perfect mountain lot, then even longer on permitting, grading, and utility installation before a single nail is driven. This 1.73-acre homesite in Forge Crest eliminates both waits. Tucked into an upscale gated community in Mills River at 2,700 feet elevation, this property delivers what Western North Carolina land buyers want most...long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views, privacy within a premier neighborhood, and a location that keeps you connected. Highway 280 is just minutes away from Downtown Hendersonville, Brevard, and Asheville Regional Airport all within easy reach. The real story is what's already done. Building site is graded. Driveway is already cut in. Duke Energy power, well and septic are all already in place. That's months of site work, engineering, and coordination already behind you. Bring your builder and get a huge head start on what most land buyers only dream about. Forge Crest combines a beautiful mountain community with convenience to health care, shopping, restaurants, breweries, and the Ecusta Trail. Mills River is one of WNC's most sought-after locations. Henderson County's blend of natural beauty and accessibility makes this land a rare find for the buyer who is ready to build now, not someday. Your mountain home starts here. Schedule a private tour of this exceptional homesite and get started with easy mountain living.

204 Forge Crest Drive Unit #38, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Unique: A Real Estate Collective. traceyr@uniquecollective.us

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