Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Franklin, North Carolina
1926 Wilkes Knob Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
Welcome to your dream mountain retreat! This charming 3BR/2BA home offers year-round mountain views and over 15 acres backing directly to U.S. Forest Service land for unmatched privacy and adventure. A private gravel road leads you to the property, creating the ultimate secluded setting while still being close to town. Relax on the spacious covered porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Inside, the open layout and cozy wood-burning fireplace create a warm, inviting living space and make entertaining easy. The full basement offers endless potential-storage, workshop, or future living space-while the attached oversized two-car garage and paved driveway add convenience. Ideal as a full-time residence, vacation escape, or investment property, this home combines comfort, style, and the rare bonus of acreage with direct national forest access. Come experience the best of mountain living!
Location
- Street address
- 1926 Wilkes Knob Rd
- County
- Macon County
- Community
- Burningtown
- Elevation
- 3,172 feet
Directions
From E Main St, turn right onto Iotla St and continue onto Riverview St. Turn left onto NC-28. After 2 miles, turn left onto Airport Rd. Continue 2.3 mi, then turn left onto Olive Hill Rd. In 1.6 mi, turn left onto F S Rd. After 0.6 mi, F S Rd becomes Wilkes Knob Rd. Home is on the left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 15.6 acres
- MLS #
- FBR 26047057
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $1,835
Parcels
- 6565477614
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Franchise
- None
Lot
- Vegetation
- Partially Wooded
- View
- Valley
- Features
- Adjoins USFS, Hilly/ Steep, Private, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking
- Carport, Driveway, Garage
- Pool
- Deck, Porch
- Structures
- Workshop
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Basement
- Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Windows
- Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3, Dining Room
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Features
- Breakfast Bar, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Ceramic Tile Bath, Country Kitchen, Great Room, Kitchen Island, Large Master Bedroom, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Open Floorplan, Primary On Main Level, Primary w/ Ensuite, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2026 | New listing | $849,000 | — | FBR |