Yellowtop Mountain Estates Real Estate

Yellowtop Mountain Estates Real Estate

Welcome to Yellowtop Mountain Estates, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque landscape of Bostic, North Carolina. This charming neighborhood offers a unique blend of natural beauty and serene living, making it the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle while still being connected to modern conveniences.

Surrounded by the majestic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Yellowtop Mountain Estates boasts stunning views, lush greenery, and an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, or simply soaking in the tranquility of nature, this community provides the ideal backdrop for your adventures. The nearby Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park are just a short drive away, offering even more opportunities for exploration and relaxation.

The community itself is characterized by its friendly atmosphere and a strong sense of belonging. Residents take pride in their well-maintained properties and the warmth of their neighbors. With a variety of home styles available, from charming cabins to spacious family homes, Yellowtop Mountain Estates caters to a diverse range of tastes and lifestyles.

Convenience is also a key feature of this neighborhood. Bostic is just a stone’s throw away, providing easy access to local shops, dining, and essential services. For those who crave a bit more excitement, the vibrant cities of Forest City and Rutherfordton are within a short drive, offering a wider array of amenities and entertainment options.

Experience the beauty, community, and tranquility of Yellowtop Mountain Estates – where your dream home awaits amidst the breathtaking landscapes of North Carolina.

Newest Listings in Yellowtop Mountain Estates

$640,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4407778 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a beautiful mountain retreat tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac! This charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers breathtaking views, privacy, and the peaceful setting you’ve been searching for. Designed with comfort and functionality in mind, the private primary suite occupies the upper level and features its own dedicated HVAC system for personalized comfort year-round. The main level offers an inviting living room, a well-appointed kitchen, and a convenient half bath, creating the perfect space for everyday living and entertaining. The finished lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, a laundry room, and a spacious second living area, providing plenty of room for family and guests. Step outside and enjoy the beauty of mountain living from the home’s multiple walk-out decks, where you can relax with your morning coffee, unwind after a long day, or simply take in the peaceful surroundings and scenic views. Recent updates include a brand-new roof (2025), fresh interior paint (2026), an upgraded side deck, and a tankless water heater for added efficiency and convenience. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, a vacation getaway, or a short-term rental investment, this home offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, just a short drive from dining, shopping, and local attractions.

509 Brighton Drive, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Nestlewood Realty, LLC. melissabousselot.realty@gmail.com
$620,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4403965 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your mountain escape. Situated on more than 11 private acres in the gated community of Yellowtop Mountain Estates, this beautifully crafted timber block 3-bedroom, 3-bath cabin offers the kind of long-range mountain views that are rarely found. Combining the warmth and character of log-style construction with the strength and energy efficiency of timber block design, the home is thoughtfully built for both beauty and lasting quality. Soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive windows fill the interior with natural light while perfectly framing the surrounding landscape. The 1.5-story floor plan with a fully finished, basement offers generous living space for family and guests, while the spacious deck invites you to unwind and take in the ever-changing mountain scenery. A one-car garage, detached outbuilding, and buried 1,000-gallon propane tank add everyday convenience to this exceptional property. Yellowtop Mountain Estates allows short-term rentals, making this an excellent opportunity for those seeking a full-time residence, private mountain getaway, or income-producing investment. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, second home, or vacation rental, this mountain retreat delivers privacy, comfort, and unforgettable views in one of Rutherford County's most desirable gated communities.

312 Brighton Drive, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks. ivette.drumgool@allentate.com
$43,500
4393817 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the peaceful mountain lifestyle at Yellowtop Mountain Estates, a private gated community located in the Sunshine/Bostic area of Rutherford County, NC. Lot 15 Arbra Mountain Way offers 4.76 wooded acres in a beautiful Blue Ridge foothills setting, giving you the opportunity to create your own private mountain retreat surrounded by nature, wildlife, and the quiet beauty of Western North Carolina. Build at your convenience, the Minamun home size is 1,200 square feet. The Community Property Owners Association fee is $360.00 per year. Yellowtop Mountain Estates is known for its scenic surroundings, paved mountain roads, gated entrance, and relaxed community atmosphere. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence, second home, or mountain getaway, this property offers the space and setting to bring your vision to life. Enjoy convenient access to some of the best recreation Western North Carolina has to offer. Nearby destinations include South Mountains State Park, Lake Lure, Chimney Rock State Park, Lake James, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville Falls, Forest City, Rutherfordton, and the Tryon International Equestrian Center. Hiking, fishing, boating, waterfalls, golf, scenic drives, wineries, breweries, restaurants, shops, and small-town charm are all within reach. A great opportunity to own acreage in one of Rutherford County’s peaceful gated mountain communities.

Lot 15 Arbra Mountain Way, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Pinnacle Sothebys International Realty. 828-429-4004
$449,900
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4385366 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
PROPOSED NEW CONSTRUCTION WITH DRAMATIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Introducing a new craftsman home design by esteem home builder, The Powell Group to be constructed on Lot 237, a 2.2 acre homesite in the private, gated community of Yellowtop Mountain Estates. This unique design captures the dramatic long-range views of this property so you can enjoy them from both inside and outside living spaces. Offering 1,240 square feet of heated living space over 1 1/2 stories, the home offers a primary en-suite on both the main and upper levels along with a 1/2 bathroom on the main level for guests. The great room features an open floorplan, with vaulted ceilings where you can choose to center your view on the rustic stone fireplace or out the floor to ceiling windows at the views. Upstairs offers a loft, open to below where you can enjoy the views from the large triangular windows above the great room. The loft leads to the second en-suite bedroom with a walk-in closet. Flooring throughout the home will be low-maintenance luxury vinyl plank. Interior walls will be drywall and all vaulted ceilings will be tongue & groove pine - the perfect blend of rustic & modern. The home will be constructed on a crawl space, tucked in the woods off the road for natural seclusion. Builder plans to install the driveway and grade the lot for the home in the coming weeks. Home construction to begin once a purchase contract has been signed.

Brighton Drive Unit #237, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James. Cory.coady@evrealestate.com
$18,000
4388621 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the beauty of mountain living in Yellowtop Mountain Estates! This 1.72-acre wooded lot offers seasonal winter views and the potential for stunning long-range mountain vistas with clearing for your future homesite. Nestled within a gated community featuring paved roads and electric power readily available, this property combines privacy, natural beauty, and convenience in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the peaceful setting, mature trees, and serene surroundings while creating your ideal mountain retreat or full-time residence. A wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Western North Carolina’s scenic landscape. In 2005 this property was issued a (now expired) permit for a 4 bedroom home. Visit yellowtopmountainpoa.com for additional community information as well as covenants and restrictions.

Arbra Mountain Way Unit #54, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Asheworth Group WNC Real Estate LLC. sandycampbell.broker@gmail.com
$369,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4371223 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
10K SELLER CREDIT AVAILABLE Located on top of a mountain in a gated community, this could be your dream log cabin retreat, investment property or primary residence! This one-level cabin, on a 1-acre mostly level lot, is part of Yellowtop Mountain Estates comes with a home warranty. Once you’re behind the gate you make your way up to the cabin with some of the most gorgeous mountain views. When you arrive at the home you step inside an open-concept layout that seamlessly integrates the living, dining, and kitchen areas into one beautiful space. This floorplan creates a smooth flow for daily living and entertaining. There is no shortage of rustic charm with the beautiful hardwood flooring and log cabin finishes. In the kitchen you’ll find a huge bar and granite countertops that provide plenty of space for hosting or prepping. For added convenience enjoy a gas stove to cook with. The split floorplan gives you and your guests good privacy with the primary bedroom situated on one side of the home with the two additional bedrooms and extra bath on the other side of the common areas. In the primary bedroom you have a vaulted dormer window for added light. It features an ensuite bathroom and a nice size closet. There is also a separate laundry room off of the kitchen. Behind the home you’ll find the grassy yard, a large powered outbuilding with a freezer and garage door opening. There is also a ready-to-go hot tub platform with power. Step outside to enjoy nature from either the long covered front porch or relax on the back deck, perfect for grilling or your morning coffee. Whether watching wildlife or stargazing, enjoy mountain life in this beautiful setting loaded with outdoor fun! Nearby are several camping areas, game lands, lookouts and trails. Jellystone Park is less than 20 minutes away, Lake James and Lake Lure are both around 45 minutes away and for shopping Forest City is a short 20 minute drive. Come make this cabin yours today!

134 Quebec Trail, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Unique: A Real Estate Collective. leslie@uniquecollective.us
$21,000
4369210 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the possibilities with this 1.83-acre wooded property in Yellowtop Mountain Estates, a gated mountain community known for its privacy and natural surroundings. Tucked in a peaceful setting, this property offers a quiet escape where you can create your own retreat or full-time home. Enjoy the best of both worlds—privacy and convenience—located within easy driving distance to Forest City, Rutherfordton, and outdoor recreation like Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort. With short-term rentals permitted within the community, this property also presents a great opportunity for those looking to create a potential income-producing getaway.

Westridge Drive, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks. ivette.drumgool@allentate.com
$40,000
4360240 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
5.02 acres with jaw-dropping mountain views in gated Yellowtop Mountain Estates—an ideal setting for your dream home. Don't miss this opportunity, go see this Today!

Big Rock Road Unit #113, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Mountain View. sandi@cbmountainview.com
$1,100,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4327091 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Built in 2019, 146 Sarinac Drive sits on a private 3.97-acre homesite within a gated community. Year-round, long-range western mountain views provide a backdrop for the 4,120-square-foot home. The residence offers a main-level primary suite, screened porch with fireplace, expansive back deck, wraparound porch and finished full walk-out lower level. Multiple outdoor living spaces capture the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountain views. The main level features 8-inch engineered hickory hardwood flooring and a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling in the great room. A wall of windows frames the mountain views, while a rock gas fireplace with copper accents, raised hearth and wood beam mantel anchors the living space. French doors open to an expansive back deck with cable railing and cedar beam details. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, shaker-style maple cabinetry with pantry pullouts, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range with griddle, Samsung refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and GE microwave. The main-level primary suite offers direct deck access, shiplap accent walls, a ceiling fan, walk-in closet and a full bath featuring granite countertops, dual vanities with a dedicated makeup area, a semi-frameless tile shower with body jets, rain head, handheld fixture, built-in bench and storage cubbies, plus a private water closet with bidet. A powder room and laundry room complete the main level. A Douglas fir staircase leads to the upper level, where an open loft overlooks the great room below. Two bedrooms, including one with a walk-in closet, share a full bath with dual marble vanities, linen storage and a tub-shower combination. The finished walk-out lower level includes vinyl plank flooring, two spacious flex areas, a full bath with granite vanity and tiled tub-shower combination, an additional bedroom with walk-in closet as well as an unfinished storage and mechanical room with built-in shelving. Walk-out access leads directly to a covered patio, with stairs connecting to the fire pit area and detached garage. Outdoor living spaces include a wraparound porch with cable railing and tongue-and-groove ceiling, screened porch with a rock wood-burning fireplace and direct access to both the deck and great room. Accessible from the primary suite, great room and screened porch, an expansive back deck is positioned to take advantage of the year-round, long-range western mountain views, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Constructed with white pine half-log siding, LP SmartSide siding, a Superior Walls foundation, Cardinal windows and metal roof accents, the home showcases durable materials throughout. HOA dues are $720 annually, reflecting two combined lots at $360 per lot per year.

146 Sarinac Drive, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby's International Realty. 704-661-9619
$19,900
4321288 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked inside the scenic 1100+ acre gated community of Yellowtop Mountain Estates, this 1.22-acre wooded lot offers an ideal setting for your mountain getaway or future retirement home. The property features gentle slopes and natural hardwoods, providing privacy and year-round beauty. Located along well-maintained paved roads with underground utilities and a secure entrance, residents enjoy both seclusion and convenience. From this peaceful location, you’ll be just a short drive from Forest City, Marion, and Lake Lure, as well as outdoor adventures at South Mountain State Park and local favorites like Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park. The $360 annual HOA fee helps maintain community standards and road upkeep, and a 1,200-sq-ft minimum building size keeps the neighborhood cohesive and attractive. Bring your house plans, your mountain dreams, and a love of quiet Carolina mornings — this Yellowtop lot is ready for you. Westridge Drive, Bostic, North Carolina 28018 Subdivision: Yellowtop Mountain Estates, Phase 10 Lot 153 Utilities: Well and septic needed Restrictions include: No manufactured homes; 1,200 sq. ft. minimum

153 Westridge Drive, Bostic

Listing courtesy of McCalls Real Estate. kdmccall@gmail.com
$699,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4299773 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked into the Blue Ridge, this exceptional three-bedroom, two-bath log home is a private mountain retreat where rustic character meets modern comfort. Set on 5.33 wooded acres within a gated community, it is surrounded by towering trees, fresh mountain air and long-range views that shift with the seasons. A classic log façade and expansive front deck invite a slower pace, while misty mornings, vibrant autumn color and glowing sunsets provide a breathtaking daily backdrop. A nearby waterfall adds the soothing soundtrack of nature. Inside, an open floor plan is anchored by a dramatic rock fireplace beneath vaulted ceilings and walls of windows that flood the space with light. Rich hardwood floors and log walls balance rugged elegance with refined living. The main-level primary suite allows one-level living, while upstairs bedrooms offer flexible space for guests or work-from-home needs. Thoughtful updates include a new roof, new upstairs heating and air, new floors, new windows and freshly stained exterior. Sold fully furnished and move-in ready, with an unfinished, climate-controlled basement offering future potential, this home delivers timeless log-home living immersed in beauty, privacy and serenity.

352 Arbra Mountain Way, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-279-3980
$480,000
4296043 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
I want to welcome you to the beautiful 45.54 acre blank canvas of trees and nature close to the top of the gorgeous Yellowtop Mountain Estates, located about 10 minutes outside the town square of Bostic NC, If you are tired of a fast paced life and want to relax, but not so far away you can't get to Asheville, or Charlotte for work or play, this is where you want to be, depending on how you build here you can have a beautiful NW to SW view of the porch with a little more clearing, or have a long driveway leading to a tucked away homeplace, I invite you to come check it out!!!!

Brighton Drive, Bostic

Listing courtesy of Weichert Realtors Mountain Executives. RobertPressley.RP@gmail.com
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