1153 Crabtree Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

REFURBISHED 1940's FARMHOUSE + CONVERTED BARN STUDIO/WORKSHOP Additional 2560 sqft studio building on the property for living/working. Private creekside location. Beautiful mountain valley views. Not your average mountain house! This refurbished 1940's farmhouse, turned modern-chic cottage is nestled into an open, sun-filled valley alongside a tranquil creek and duck pond. The property is a blend of old mountain charm and simple modern conveniences. THE HOUSE has been carefully designed into a spacious, light-filled open floor plan: kitchen, dining/living rooms, and a study. There are two quiet and private bedrooms located towards the back of the house, each with ample closet space. There is a full en-suite bathroom (with easy step in shower) in the master bedroom and a full guest bathroom with a claw foot tub and shower. Full house renovation 2009-2010: new custom kitchen cabinets, farm sink, appliances, insulation, windows, hot water heater, custom storage in kitchen, bathrooms, and study. Laundry room/pantry is a new addition to the house. Both bathrooms and plumbing have been fully updated as well as central A/C, heat (propane) and electrical. THE STUDIO is a 2560 square foot cinder block outbuilding/barn that has been renovated into a modern work/studio, storage, and office space. Perfect for artists, craftspeople, workshops or running a business from home. This space is a potential living space or studio apartment to be rented out. Loads of options! Has a half bath with space for a shower installation. The building is already connected to fiber optic Internet access, has loads of light, the office/front workspace is insulated and has a large wood stove. Backspace is excellent for storage needs with custom storage shelving. THE PROPERTY is sitting on 3.78 acres, located on rare wetlands with an array of wildlife + beautiful mountain valley views. Enjoy the soothing sounds of a running creek + serene pond. Walk among wildflowers in the field or sit on the porch to enjoy magical summer evenings of fireflies. Access to the house from Crabtree Road is via a short gravel road where there is plenty of outdoor parking space between house and studio. The back side of the studio could also house two cars. Property is easily accessible during the winter months and is NOT located in a flooding zone. VACATION RENTAL: This property is also a great investment opportunity! It has been a 5 star Airbnb vacation rental for the past year, providing potential additional income for the buyer. Airbnb furnishings and technology are negotiable. See website information and reviews: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/17702230 ADDITIONAL NOTE: Will not consider offers for rent or rent to own. All buyers must be pre-approved for a mortgage or have a bank statement showing proof of funds. SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! Please do not just show up. Appointments will have to be scheduled around Airbnb guest bookings. Airbnb is a vacation rental business and I would like to let guests enjoy their vacation in peace. Please do not disturb them. Appraisal for market value completed in 2016, updated 2018.