Tucked away on over 16 acres, this charming log home offers the perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort. With year-round mountain views, a serene spring-fed pond, and peaceful walking trails leading to a creek and waterfall, this property is truly a nature lover’s paradise. The inviting front porch, spacious deck and screened-in porch are all designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Inside, the home features an open floor plan with soaring cathedral ceilings and a cozy great room anchored by a wood pellet stove. The beautifully updated kitchen shines with granite countertops, a new backsplash, and all-new appliances. A large main-level
bedroom includes a walk-in closet with custom wood shelving, while the upgraded bath offers a walk-in shower and quality finishes. You will also appreciate the functional laundry/pantry room with built-in wood shelving, cabinetry and new washer & dryer. Upstairs, a private loft-style bedroom features its own en-suite bath and a cozy sitting area, ideal for guests or a quiet retreat. The full basement includes a spacious Game Room/Bedroom and an unfinished utility area—perfect for a workshop, hobby space, or additional storage. The possibilities on this property are endless. With no animal restrictions, you can create your own hobby farm. Raised garden beds are already in place for your seasonal plantings, and the property includes a metal storage building and storage shed with a chicken coop. Recent updates include: New flooring throughout, Updated lighting and ceiling fans and Metal roof professionally refitted. This one-of-a-kind mountain retreat offers the peace of country living with all the amenities you need—don’t miss your chance to call it home.
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$615,000
242 Old Owl Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
2beds
2,514sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
16.34 Acres Lot
$627,500 Zestimate®
$245/sqft
$1,239 Estimated rent
Home value
$627,500
$521,000 - $759,000
$1,239/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 01, 2025 at 01:05pm
Listing Provided by:
Cheryl Stott cheryl@cbawest.com,
Coldwell Banker Advantage
Bought with:
Thomas Worley
Asheworth Group WNC Real Estate LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4309227
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Dining area
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,889
- Total interior livable area: 2,514 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,889
- Finished area below ground: 625
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Waterfront features: Pond, Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 16.34 Acres
- Features: Green Area, Pond(s), Private, Wooded, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1629119
- Zoning: none
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Wood
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rutherfordton
- Subdivision: Hidden Hills
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $300 annually
- Association name: Hidden Hills HOA, Liana Hart, President
- Association phone: 702-809-3757
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Sold | $615,000-1.6%$245/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4309227 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $625,000-16.7%$249/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4309227 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Listing removed | $749,900$298/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4234719 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2025 | Price change | $749,900-3.1%$298/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4234719 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Price change | $774,000-11.4%$308/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4234719 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,011 +12.8% | $521,700 +13.2% |
| 2023 | $2,668 +11.9% | $460,900 +42% |
| 2022 | $2,384 +3% | $324,500 |
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Neighborhood: 28139
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pinnacle Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 4/10R-S Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.2 mi
- 4/10R-S Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.4 mi
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- North Carolina
- Rutherford County
- Rutherfordton
- 28139
- 242 Old Owl Ln