For saleReduced $5,000
$109,900
15 acres
16 mi straight lineto Hatley Pointe
99999 Bee Branch RdBakersville, NC 28705
Land and lots · MLS 12014815
Listing courtesy of DALTON WADE INC · MyStateMLS
For sale
$145,000
6.43 acres
Tbd Yankee Run RdMarion, NC 28752
Land and lots · MLS 12004184 · Listed 32 days ago (Sep 28, 2026)
13 mi straight line to Sugar Mountain Resort (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
Mountain acreage opportunity in the historic Winding Stairs community! This unique offering includes +/-6.43 acres spread across 9 lots along Yankee Run - Yankee Run #1A-B, #2A-B, #2D #3-5B, #4C and - with the final lot adjoining and also touching Norwood Street/Winding Stairs. The lots have been consolidated on GIS for tax purposes only; see recorded plat and survey information for lot configuration and boundaries. A small creek/pond is shown on the plat on one of the lots, adding another interesting feature to this mountain property. The Winding Stairs community is known for its distinctive mountain setting, log homes and convenient access to some of the area's most popular destinations. Located near Linville Falls, Linville Caverns and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this property offers plenty of possibilities for those looking for mountain acreage for recreation, a private retreat or future development, subject to applicable approvals, restrictions and site conditions. Bring your plans and explore the possibilities of owning a collection of mountain lots in the Winding Stairs community. Property is subject to deed restrictions and road maintenance agreement. See Bidder Packet for these documents. Online Auction Ends Thursday, November 5th, at 4 PM. BIDDER PACK: Download Bidder Pack for complete information. Bidder Pack has maps, complete terms and conditions, sample contracts, tax cards, and restrictions. 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. 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. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 10% Buyer's Premium will be added to final high bid to arrive at contract price. Earnest Money Deposit of $2,500 is required on the day of sale. Close on or before December 21st, 2026. Subject to seller confirmation. Property sold as is, where is with any and all faults. Buyer is expected to complete their own due diligence before placing a bid. The Auctioneer is allowed to bid on behalf of the Seller up to, but not beyond the Seller's reserve price. Auction starts ending at 4 PM on November 5th, 2026. Please note that during the last two minutes of bidding, if a new bid is placed, the clock is automatically extended an additional two minutes. Be sure to register to bid early to ensure you receive notifications regarding any changes to the Auction, Bidder Packet and/or Pre-Auction offers received. Download Bidder Information Pack for complete terms and conditions, purchase contract and maps.
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 | 13 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Beech Mountain ResortNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 15 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Appalachian Ski MountainNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 22 mi | Base parking lot (unnamed OSM lot inside Appalachian Mountain Ski Area)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Hatley PointeNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 32 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 5:55 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
- $145,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 6.43 acres
- County
- McDowell County
- MLS number
- 12004184
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Marion.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
$29,000
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Manufactured homes on a leased lot.
Applied only while the loan is over 80% of the price. Illustrative.
Estimated monthly payment
$896 per month
Principal and interest$733
Property tax$121
Homeowners insurance$42
Loan amount$116,000
Total interest over the term$147,952
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
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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 United Country Blue Ridge Land & Auction Co Inc. Listing agent: Matthew Gallimore. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Sep 28, 2026, 6:09 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.