For saleVirtual tour
$149,000
7.55 acres
10 mi straight lineto Cataloochee Ski Area
Tbd Browning Branch RdWaynesville, NC 28786
Land and lots · MLS 11957809
Listing courtesy of National Land Realty, Western NC · MyStateMLS
For saleVirtual tour
$134,900
13 acres
Tbd Black Bear TrailLeicester, NC 28748
Land and lots · MLS 11968864 · Listed 55 days ago (Sep 5, 2026)
17 mi straight line to Cataloochee Ski Area (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
This 13.3 ± acre private wooded homesite in Lookout Pointe offers sweeping, layered long-range mountain views, a year-round creek, and true privacy in Madison County NC, just over 30 minutes from the west side of Asheville. The terrain is steep overall, allowing for the breathtaking viewshed, and its natural woodland has many old logging roads that make great walking trails. The building area sits at roughly 3,700 feet, just below the road, where the ground levels out slightly to build for long-range views south over Sandymush and layered Blue Ridge peaks. Views are seasonal now, but selective clearing could open them year-round. Trails also lead past granite boulders to Little Sandymush Creek, which tumbles over small waterfalls along the western border. A septic permit was previously approved for a 4-bedroom home. It has since expired but shows what is possible on this land. A Helene-caused slope failure along the road has been repaired, making this ready for you to build your vision. This is a rare find for a buyer wanting big views, privacy, and a water feature. A true mountain retreat or forever homesite.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cataloochee Ski AreaNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 17 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Hatley PointeNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 25 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area & Adventure ParkTN · homes near it | Alpine resort | 41 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Ski Sapphire ValleyNC · homes near it | Local ski area | 42 mi | Resort parking lot (unnamed OSM lot inside Sapphire Valley Ski Resort area)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 5:14 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Pat Snyder of National Land Realty, Western NC.
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Facts
- List price
- $134,900
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 13 acres
- County
- Madison County
- MLS number
- 11968864
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
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Location
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Price and status history
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Estimate a monthly payment
$26,980
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Estimated monthly payment
$832 per month
Principal and interest$682
Property tax$112
Homeowners insurance$38
Loan amount$107,920
Total interest over the term$137,646
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Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of National Land Realty, Western NC. Listing agent: Pat Snyder. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 30, 2026, 11:04 AM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.