11820 State Highway 197 None S, Burnsville, NC 28714

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,482 sqft

Property Description

Experience the perfect blend of character & modern ease in this beautifully updated 1916 farmhouse. Tucked away in the serene Pensacola community of Burnsville, this 3BR, 3BA home offers 2,482 square feet of versatile living space. The property has been meticulously maintained & improved over the decades, featuring renovations in 1993 & 2023 with additions in 1996 and 2010. Home includes a Generac generator, whole-house water filtration system & the benefit of a fresh mountain spring as an additional water source. Step inside to find a warm, welcoming atmosphere defined by dual living areas both featuring cozy wood-burning stoves perfect for crisp mountain evenings. The home is anchored by a spacious kitchen w/ an inviting breakfast nook & a formal dining room for larger gatherings. Practicality meets creativity on the main level, which includes a convenient laundry room, an attached garage, and a dedicated hobby room that serves as the perfect quiet retreat for sewing or crafts. The exterior is a true nature lover's paradise, spanning nearly 6 acres & bordered by the soothing sounds of the bold Elk Fork Creek. The grounds offer incredible mini-farm potential complete with a fenced backyard for pets & a barn for storing tools or equipment. The bountiful landscape includes 20 thriving blueberry bushes, mountain laurels & seasonal flower beds all woven together by private trails. These paths lead through a dedicated bird sanctuary where you can regularly spot deer, turkey & other local wildlife in their natural habitat. This property offers a rare connection to the landscape &f the rhythmic flow of the creek. This is more than just a house, it is a meticulously preserved piece of history waiting for its next chapter.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

April 4, 2026 at 12:16PM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX RESULTS : 828-678-2500

MLS ID:

4361190

Interior

• General: Walk-In Closet(s)
• Appliances: DishwasherDryerElectric RangeFiltration SystemMicrowavePropane Water HeaterRefrigeratorWasherWasher/Dryer
• Laundry: Utility RoomLaundry RoomMain Level
• Basement: PartialStorage SpaceUnfinishedWalk-Out Access
• Flooring: TileVinylWood
• A/C: Attic FanCeiling Fan(s)Ductless
• Heating: DuctlessPropaneWood StoveZonedOther - See Remarks
• Fireplace: Family RoomWood Burning StoveFireplace

Exterior

• General: Barn(s)Other - See Remarks
• Other Structures: Rear PorchScreenedCovered
• Parking: DrivewayAttached GarageGarage Door Opener

Construction

• Roofing: Metal
• Windows: Insulated Window(s)
• General: Site BuiltBasementCrawl SpaceSlab

Location

• Road/Access: GravelPaved
• Originating MLS: carolina
• County: Yancey

Lot

• Zoning: n/a071700216985.000
• Fencing: Back YardPartial

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedFiber OpticsPhone ConnectedPropane
• Water: WellOther - See Remarks
• Sewer: Septic Installed

Financial

• Source: carolina