Once-in-a-Lifetime Estate in Union Mills!
This extraordinary property offers unlimited possibilities with 65 gently rolling acres, an 8,950 sq. ft. lodge, a one-bedroom Gate House, and 6 brand-new log cabin rentals, plus additional development opportunities throughout the property.
The lodge is perfectly designed across two levels. The main floor features 4,952 sq. ft. with a massive open great room highlighted by a stunning stone gas fireplace, a sunroom with a hot tub, 4 spacious bedrooms, a TV room, a double kitchen, a bar area, 4 large bathrooms, and a laundry room. The second floor offers 3,998 sq. ft. with 7 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a theater room, a game room, and an additional laundry room.
The Gate House is a beautifully finished one-bedroom rental complete with its own private hot tub. The six new log cabins are thoughtfully positioned for privacy, each featuring a covered deck and private hot tub.
This property has hosted many weddings and events with a large guest capacity, making it a premier destination for celebrations, retreats, and gatherings. In addition to the existing improvements, there are 8 additional cabin or RV sites ready to go, and the property has a conceptual layout plan showing the potential for up to 88 total RV sites.
Whether you’re looking for a luxury private estate, a thriving hospitality business, an RV resort, an equestrian property, a wedding venue, or a family retreat, this property can bring your vision to life.
Adding to its uniqueness, the far corner of the property adjoins a Conserving Carolina protected area of approximately 1,500 acres, providing additional privacy and natural beauty. Conveniently located with easy access to I-40, it’s just 24 miles to Tryon International Equestrian Center, 46 miles to Asheville, and 84 miles to Charlotte.
This is truly a one-of-a-kind Western North Carolina mountain estate. Schedule your private tour today and experience everything this incredible property has to offer.
Property Details
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric
- Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Wall Furnace
- Cooling Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric
- Bedrooms
- 18
- Bathrooms
- 12.5
- Full Baths
- 11
- Half Baths
- 3
- View
- Mountain(s),Year Round
- Acres
- 0.002
- Square Feet
- 11650.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 65.78
- Parking Features
- Parking Lot, Parking Space(s)
- Property Type
- Multi-Family
- Year Built
- 2007
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Roof
- Aluminum, Architectural Shingle
- Sewer Information
- Septic Installed
- Utility Source
- Well
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Elementary School
- Unspecified
- Middle School
- Unspecified
- High School
- Unspecified
- County
- Rutherford
- Region
- Union Mills
- Original List Price
- $12,000,000
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 80
- MLS #
- 4392713
- Property Subtype
- Portfolio
- Parcel Number
- 1645916
- MLS #
- 4392713
- Date Listed
- June 11, 2026
- Address
- 1470 Thermal City Road
Location
Legal
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Listed by Stephanie Johnson (#CARstephjohn)
Listing Office: Mountain Adventure Realty (#CARNCM30180)
