$2,249,000
300 +/- Acres Upper Flat Creek RdWeaverville, NC 28787
Land and lots · MLS 12036058 · Listed 80 days ago (Aug 11, 2026)
14 mi straight line to Hatley Pointe (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
300± acres in the headwater woodlands of Flat Creek, just 15 minutes from Weaverville, with unrestricted possibilities, a wide creek-filled valley, a small pond, and multiple knolls with long-range layered view potential. This property is a natural cove and watershed with many springs and small streams that feed a larger creek on the valley floor. The eastern boundary adjoins land protected by a conservation easement. Downtown Asheville is 25 minutes away, yet it feels remote and completely private. A former cabin site with an old well sits among dozens of acres of usable ground in the valley. The creek runs past it and along the entrance road. French Broad EMC power is already on site and can be tapped. ATV roads follow the valley and climb to the ridges. Higher knolls offer privacy and west-facing views that could be cleared for year-round enjoyment. Black bear, whitetail deer, bobcat, and small game roam the ridges. Hunt, camp, hike, ride, or set up a private target range. Fish the half-acre bluegill pond. Explore hundreds of acres of managed hardwood forest, last harvested in 2015 and growing long-term timber value. Oak, poplar, hickory, and white pine fill the slopes. Homestead, build a family compound, invest, or subdivide. Conservation is an option too. Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has interest in a donated easement here, which may carry tax benefits. The property is enrolled in Present Use Value for forestry, and the seller would like to transfer it to help keep taxes low for the next owner. Access will be by a 60' deeded right-of-way through the adjoining 101± acres to Upper Flat Creek Road, shared with one existing home at the boundary. No survey is on record. A small slope failure, likely from Hurricane Helene, sits near the western boundary. The pond dam seeps and has no visible functional spillway. The well's condition is unknown. A French Broad EMC easement crosses the property. Buncombe County Open Use zoning applies, with steep slope and protected ridge overlays in areas. The adjoining 101± acres are also for sale, creating 401± contiguous acres with more access options, more land, and a buffer from the Timbersong community. Buying both also brings the 60' access right-of-way under your own ownership.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatley PointeNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 14 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Cataloochee Ski AreaNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 36 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Sugar Mountain ResortNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 45 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Beech Mountain ResortNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 45 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor 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.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $2,249,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 300 acres
- County
- Buncombe County
- MLS number
- 12036058
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
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Location
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Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
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Estimated monthly payment
$13,901 per month
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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
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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.