About this home

Escape to your own mountain sanctuary in the heart of Western North Carolina. Located at the end of Kelse's Valley Drive, just minutes from Mars Hill and Burnsville, this beautifully maintained mountain home offers a peaceful setting on 12.8 acres. Built in 2018, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features 2,068 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space surrounded by mature landscaping, natural gardens, and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Step onto the welcoming covered front porch and into a bright, vaulted living room filled with natural light, expansive windows, and a cozy wood-burning stove. Just beyond, the covered balcony provides an inviting place to enjoy your morning coffee while taking in the surrounding woods and gardens. The kitchen is both warm and functional, featuring butcher block countertops, a center island, and a generous walk-in pantry. The spacious main-level primary suite enjoys abundant natural light and includes an oversized bathroom, walk-in closet, and conveniently located laundry area. Downstairs, two additional bedrooms are separated by a comfortable family room that opens onto its own covered patio overlooking the fire pit and picnic area. You'll also find an oversized food storage room and a large mechanical/storage room, providing exceptional flexibility for hobbies, supplies, or homesteading. The attached carport includes dedicated tool and garden storage, making it easy to care for the beautiful grounds. A special feature of this property is the stewardship it has received over the years: the seller states that no synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers have been applied to the land, making it especially appealing for buyers who appreciate naturally maintained gardens and environmentally conscious land care. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a mountain getaway, or a homestead, this property offers beautiful surroundings, functional living spaces, and room to enjoy the outdoors. Schedule your tour today and experience everything this mountain property has to offer.

Facts and features

Schools

• Madison Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 16.4 mi

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• Changing Hearts Boarding School

  elementary · 3-12 · 4.0 mi

• Mars Hill Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 7.2 mi

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• Madison County Alternative High

  high · 9-12 · 14.0 mi

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• Madison High School

  high · 9-12 · 14.0 mi

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• Madison Early College High School

  high · 9-12 · 14.2 mi

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Price history

• Oct 9, 2026 · Price Changed$499,900
• Sep 18, 2026 · Price Changed$535,000
• Aug 2, 2026 · Listed$550,000

Tax history

• 2023$1,844 tax · $282,070 assessed
• 2022$1,844 tax · $282,070 assessed
• 2021$1,844 tax · $282,070 assessed
• 2020$1,844 tax · $282,070 assessed
• 2019$1,426 tax · $197,911 assessed

Home value

$596,400

• Cotality$596,400
• Quantarium$493,895

Where it is