$100,000
401 Shady DrCollettsville, NC 28611
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 12017508 · Listed 23 days ago (Oct 7, 2026)
6.1 mi straight line to Sugar Mountain Resort (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this property
Looking for an unrestricted mountain retreat in Western North Carolina? Take a look at this 2 BR, 1 BA home located at 401 Shady Dr., Collettsville, NC. Situated on approximately 0.52 acre, this property offers approximately 1,144 sq ft of finished living space and is surrounded by the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The home features a rustic mountain feel with a vaulted ceiling in the living room, wood exterior and metal roof. The kitchen includes an electric range, refrigerator and dishwasher. The home is heated by oil and does not have central air conditioning. A private well and septic system serve the property. Outdoor enthusiasts and fishermen will appreciate the location. The property is near Pisgah National Forest and the Wilson Creek area, which is known throughout Western North Carolina for hiking, hunting, fishing and mountain recreation. Wilson Creek is designated as a National Wild and Scenic River and offers opportunities for trout fishing, including rainbow, brown and brook trout. A nearby community pond provides another opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, while the surrounding mountain setting offers scenic views and easy access to miles of trails and public lands. Whether you are searching for a fishing cabin, hunting retreat, weekend getaway, vacation property or full-time mountain home, this property offers a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in one of Western North Carolina's most scenic areas. BIDDER PACK: Download Bidder Pack for complete information. Bidder Pack has maps, complete terms and conditions, sample contracts, tax cards, and restrictions. Some of the plats in Bidder Pack may have notations and boundaries created by Auctioneer for illustration purposes, however unchanged surveys are in Bidder Pack as well. SOFT CLOSE: If a bid is received within the last 2 minutes of the auction or after 3 PM, the auction close time will automatically extend 2 minutes to allow other bidders an opportunity to competitively bid prior to the auction closing. This feature eliminates "snipers" and encourages fair and impartial bidding from all participants. BUYER'S PREMIUM - TEN PERCENT (10%): Buyer's Premium shall be added to the final online bid, which will determine the Total Contract Sales Price. Bidders hereby acknowledge and understand that the Buyer's Premium will be added to the winning bid to create the Total Contract Sales Price for which they are obligated to pay for the property. Example: (winning online bid $100,000 + 10% buyer's premium = total purchase price of $110,000). Buyer's Premium is not due until closing. PRE-AUCTION SALES: As an agent for the Seller, the Auctioneer must present any and all bona fide written offers to the Seller, which may be created outside of the online bidding platform. Therefore, all properties are subject to pre-auction sales. Pre-auction offers must meet all of the auction terms and conditions and must be submitted to the Auctioneer on the Auction Real Estate Sales Contract, along with the required earnest deposit. Properly submitted offers will be presented to the Seller in a timely manner. Seller may accept or reject such offer at their sole and absolute discretion. When a pre-auction offer is submitted, all properly registered online bidders will be notified that "an offer" has been submitted and on which specific property, however the amount of the offer shall remain confidential. All pre-auction offers must allow a minimum of 24 hours for seller's acceptance. A Referral Fee of 2% of the high bid is offered to a cooperating NC State Licensed Real Estate Salesperson/Broker on any pre-auction offers that are properly completed and submitted on the appropriate forms provided. Download Bidder Pack for Online Bidder's Agreement, maps, sample contracts, and property information.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Mountain ResortNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 6.1 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Beech Mountain ResortNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 8.6 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Appalachian Ski MountainNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 9.6 mi | Base parking lot (unnamed OSM lot inside Appalachian Mountain Ski Area)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Hatley PointeNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 42 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 10:11 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 Matthew Gallimore of United Country Blue Ridge Land & Auction Co Inc.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $100,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full baths
- 1
- Lot size
- 0.52 acres
- County
- Avery County
- MLS number
- 12017508
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Collettsville.
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
$618 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
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 United Country Blue Ridge Land & Auction Co Inc. Listing agent: Matthew Gallimore. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 10, 2026, 6:31 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 10:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.