About this home

Some properties offer more than just a place to call home, they offer a connection to the land, a sense of history, and a way of life that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Welcome to 4392 Island Ford Road, a quintessential mountain retreat built in 1947 on land that has been cherished by the same family for generations. Located along iconic Island Ford Road, one of Transylvania County's most scenic and beloved country roads, the journey home is part of the experience. Rolling pastures, picturesque farms, historic summer camps, and breathtaking views of Dunn's Rock create a landscape that captures the timeless beauty and slower pace of life in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Perched on a peaceful knoll above the road, the home enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquility while remaining conveniently close to historic downtown Brevard. Here, you'll find the perfect balance of peaceful country living and easy access to the restaurants, galleries, shops, and vibrant arts community that make Brevard such a special place. Nearby Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Recreational Forest offer world-class hiking, mountain biking, waterfalls, fishing, and endless opportunities to explore the outdoors. The home itself is filled with character, warmth, and possibilities. With substantial square footage under roof, the property offers an abundance of flexible bonus space ready to accommodate visiting friends and family, creative pursuits, hobbies, or simply room to spread out and enjoy mountain living. The wood-burning stove serves as a natural gathering place, bringing warmth and comfort to the home while perfectly complementing its nostalgic mountain character. Beyond the main residence, a sizable old workshop provides exceptional space for woodworking, tinkering, equipment, or whatever projects inspire you. Just off the lower level, an absolutely charming little pottery shed adds another layer of personality and possibility, a delightful space for an artist, gardener, or anyone who appreciates the simple pleasures of creating something with their hands. What makes this property truly special is not just its improvements or location, but the feeling of being here. The peaceful setting, the generations of family history, the character of the outbuildings, and the surrounding pastoral landscape all come together to create something authentic and increasingly rare. 4392 Island Ford Road is an invitation to embrace a simpler rhythm of life, surrounded by the natural beauty, history, and enduring charm of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A place to gather, create, explore, and make memories for generations to come.

Facts and features

Schools

• Brevard High School

  high · 9-12 · 2.4 mi

  8

• Bethany Christian School

  elementary · K-8 · 2.6 mi

• Brevard Elementary

  elementary · K-5 · 3.0 mi

  4

• Brevard Middle

  middle · 6-8 · 4.4 mi

  7

• Mountain Sun Community School

  elementary · K-8 · 3.3 mi

• Mountain Sun Community School

  elementary · PK-8 · 4.3 mi

Price history

• Oct 12, 2026 · Listed$675,000
• Dec 4, 2020 · Sold$333,000

Tax history

• 2026$922 tax · $191,990 assessed
• 2025$922 tax · $191,990 assessed
• 2023$1,201 tax · $182,520 assessed
• 2022$1,201 tax · $182,520 assessed
• 2021$1,192 tax · $182,520 assessed
• 2020$1,164 tax · $167,300 assessed
• 2019$1,156 tax · $167,300 assessed
• 2018$994 tax · $167,300 assessed

Home value

$574,000

• Collateral Analytics$574,000
• Cotality$514,900
• Quantarium$660,848

Where it is