$575,000

288 Long Ridge Road, Old Fort, NC 28762

4 beds |
3 baths |
2,686 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 2001
2.3acre lot
1 car garage
$214/sqft
Listed 6 months ago

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:: March 25, 2026 at 4:16PM
Listing Office:: Your Choice Realty of NC : 904-505-4171
MLS ID:: 4297306

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

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

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

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

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

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

Source: carolina

This listing courtesy of Your Choice Realty of NC

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Location

Schools Nearby

Old Fort Elementary School

128 Mauney Ave, Old Fort, NC, 28762

Grades PK-5

6.14 miles away

West Mcdowell Middle School

346 West McDowell Junior High, Marion, NC, 28752

Grades 6-8

13.14 miles away

McDowell Academy for Innovation

172 Lukin St, Marion, NC, 28752

Grades 9-12

11.27 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.