
Recreational Land for Sale in Mars Hill, North Carolina
Windy Gap Road Unit:, Mars Hill, NC 28754
Exceptional Value - Prime mountain acreage with existing road and underground power. Experience nearly 50 acres of pristine mountain land in Mars Hill, NC, just 5 miles from I-26 and approximately 9 miles from Hatley Pointe Mountain Resort (featuring four restaurants and a coffee/juice bar; formerly Wolf Laurel). This exceptional property features underground power, a private gravel road, and multiple homesites with breathtaking mountain views. With no restrictions, the possibilities are endless-design your dream estate, create a vacation rental retreat, or establish a secluded homestead. The property is in Yancey County, so there is no zoning. Nestled near the Tennessee border, this land offers the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility, with Asheville and Johnson City just a short drive away. Added perk: the lessee of the tract at the very top has a ground lease and maintains the road. Why that benefits you: Reliable, year-round access kept up for carrier vehicles (which helps you, too). Maintenance at their expense inside the corridor (grading/rock/brush/drainage). Predictable, surveyed location-the road/utility centerlines are recorded. Professional standards & insurance-national-carrier protocols. Long-term continuity-5-year terms with renewal options, so upkeep is expected to continue for the life of the lease. Extra value you're getting with this tract: Existing road and power-both are costly improvements already in place, saving you significant time and money versus raw land. Timber value-the stand is ~20 years old, offering additional present and future value. Whether you're a developer, investor, or off-grid enthusiast, this is a fantastic chance to own prime mountain property in a fast-growing area, on the West end of Yancey County. Call today to see this property for yourself! The seller is a relative of the listing agent.
Location
- Street address
- Windy Gap Road Unit:, Tract B
- County
- Yancey County
- Elevation
- 3,107 feet
Directions
From I-26 W take Exit 9 toward Burnsville/Spruce Pine. In approx. 6.5 mi just past the top of Madison Mountain, turn LEFT onto Windy Gap Road. At the fork, take the LEFT prong to stay on Windy Gap Rd. After a sharp curve, the property is on the LEFT. OR Take I-26 W toward Mars Hill/Johnson City Past Mars Hill, take exit 3 for US-23A toward Hatley Point (Formally Wolf Laurel). Turn right onto US-23 ALT S. Past Wolf Creek Gas Station, turn left onto Laurel Valley Rd to Windy Gap Rd in Yancey County for approx 3 miles and the property is on the right.
Property details
- Acreage
- 49.38 acres
- MLS #
- CMLS 4237869
- Posted
Legal description
49.38 acres Tract B of Survey, Metes and Bounds
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
Lot
- Features
- Creek/ Stream, Hilly, Level, Paved, Private, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Views, Wooded
Structure
- Water
- Well Needed
- Sewer
- Septic Needed
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge | Elementary | — | — |
| Cane River | Middle | — | — |
| Mountain Heritage | High | — | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2025 | New listing | $499,000 | — | CMLS |
