45 Watagnee Trail
Horse Shoe, NC, 28742 $ 935,000
Bedrooms-- Baths0.0 Monthly Estimate*
$ 6,458
for $935,000. The lot size is 35.57.
Generational mountain estate property available for the first time publicly consisting of 35 +/- recreational acres primed for use as multi-family estate, working farm, group camp grounds, tiny home community, or short term rental complex for multiple homes. Three parcels make up the total acreage offering, the southwest corner joining Pisgah National Forest boundary, property access by recorded easement road from end of pavement on Watagnee Trail, fresh gravel placed in May 2026. Since being operated as the historic Lion Tamer Hunting Lodge of Mills River, property was used privately as recreational land by current owners and their guests, hosting scouting groups, hunting excursions and weekend stays. Headwater streams daylight at least three locations on property. Original 800 square foot brick cabin sits near entry at top of three acre open field, with open quad bunks, full bathroom, full kitchen, functional wood burning fireplace and all electric power service, well and septic, winterized annually during colder months. Opposite the main cabin, an expansive open air barn keeps equipment weather-safe, and boasts a kitchenette room and an enclosed storage room. Smaller wood and tractor barns line the upper road leading to the studio cabin, a 256 square foot tiny house with 100 foot loft built in 2024, with full bathroom and raised sleeping loft. Wood trim crafted from aged yellow raw pine, custom made book cases and loft ladder, soapstone fully vented propane stove with thermostatic control. Home was designed with the thought it could be relocated to another area of the property, or could serve as a template for multiple tiny homes along the adjacent upper loop road. Upper field boasts 3 cleared acres of gentle hillside ideal for additional residences, structures or new pen or barn construction. Property entrance just 12 minute drive from Mills River, 19 minute drive from Asheville Regional Airport, 24 minutes to Downtown Hendersonville, and 34 minutes to Downtown Asheville. Property not visible from road, drive-bys not possible. Showings available by appointment only.
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FeaturesGeneralSewer Septic Installed
Utilities Electricity Connected Satellite Internet Available
Zoning R-3
View Long Range Mountain(s) Year Round
Property Subtype Acreage
Parcel Number 9611116500
Elevation 2000
Community Features None
Additional Parcels Description 9611210938 9611110895
County Henderson
Property Type Land
HOA N
Subdivision Name None
Possible Use Agricultural Dairy Development Farm Gardening Horses Multi-Family Private Estate Recreational Residential Other - See Remarks
Other Structures Barn(s) Outbuilding Tractor Shed Other - See Remarks
Directions From the Asheville Regional Airport follow NC 280 W to Mills River RIGHT onto South Mills River Road RIGHT onto Watagnee Trail front gate on LEFT side of road.
High School West Henderson
City Horse Shoe
Senior Community Y/N N
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N N
Elementary School Mills River
Middle/Junior High School Rugby
Additional Parcels Y/N Y
Lease Considered Y/N N
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Standard Status Pending
Restrictions No Restrictions
Tax Assessed Value 328100
Complex Name None
Listing Terms Cash Conventional Nonconforming Loan Private USDA Loan VA Loan
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ExteriorLot Features Adjoins Forest Private Creek/Stream Wooded Views
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 35.57
Lot Dimensions 1780x1040x2310x600
Wooded Area 25
Road Surface Type Gravel
Road Frontage Type County Road
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road
Horse Amenities None
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InteriorBelow Grade Finished Area 0
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $256,517
Percent of Sale Price 73%
About Horse Shoe, NC 2,489 Population
19% Since 2002
$ 55,718 Median Income
51.34 Median Age
22% Households with Children
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2172263 Elementary School
2172279 Middle School
West Henderson High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 7/20/2026 | $935,000 | | Listed Price |