288 Long Ridge Road, Old Fort, NC 28762

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,686 sqft

Property Description

Your lakefront sanctuary awaits in Gateway Mountain! Don't miss out on this wonderful, spacious 4 BR home backing up to Lake George with a walking path to the lake and to a nearby waterfall!! The main level has an open floor plan with wood floors, a fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen with new appliances. Out back there is a large screened-in deck and a large open deck looking out to the nature preserve and Lake George. Downstairs has lots of open space for a home theater, office, or whatever you can dream up! In the front yard, there is a Pollinator Garden as well as 3 fruit trees, Orange, Nectarine & Peaches!! This home has a brand new metal roof and water pressure tank. In addition, the adjacent lot (lot 878) is included with this home and has potential long-range views! This is a great investment opportunity to build a second home/cabin for short-term vacation rentals. Gateway Mountain is a 3000-acre gated mountain community with easy access to Old Fort, Black Mountain, and Asheville, less than an hour away. This home suffered no damage from Helene and is move-in ready. Seller is offering up to $15,000 credit toward the buyer's closing costs with an acceptable offer!! Seller will include all furniture if desired. Make your appointment today! (24-hour notice required for showings)

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

May 10, 2026 at 1:18PM

Listing Office:

Your Choice Realty of NC : 904-505-4171

MLS ID:

4297306

Interior

• General: Breakfast BarKitchen IslandOpen FloorplanStorageWalk-In Closet(s)Other - See Remarks
• Appliances: Bar FridgeDishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterENERGY STAR Qualified RefrigeratorExhaust FanGas RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherWasher/DryerOther
• Laundry: In HallInsideMain Level
• Basement: Basement Garage DoorFinishedFullInterior EntryStorage SpaceWalk-Out AccessWalk-Up AccessOther
• Flooring: WoodOther - See Remarks
• A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirDuctlessElectric
• Heating: CentralDuctlessElectricForced AirPropaneZoned
• Fireplace: GasLiving RoomPropaneFireplace

Exterior

• General: Other - See Remarks
• Other Structures: Other - See RemarksEnclosedPorchBalconyFront PorchDeckRear PorchScreenedCovered
• Parking: DrivewayAttached GarageGarage Faces SideRV Access/Parking

Construction

• Roofing: MetalOther - See Remarks
• Windows: Window Treatments
• General: Off Frame ModularBasementOther - See Remarks

Location

• Road/Access: DirtGravel
• HOA Amenities: 140.0Monthly
• Originating MLS: carolina
• County: McDowell

Lot

• Zoning: RUR-HMST0656-00-95-4750
• View: Mountain(s)WaterWinter
• Restrictions: Refer to the Covenants & Restrictions in the documents section.

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedPropaneSatellite Internet AvailableUnderground Power LinesUnderground Utilities
• Water: Well
• Sewer: Septic Installed

Financial

• Source: carolina