670 Runaway Rdg, Clyde, NC 28721

Beauty. Nature. Solitude. Just some of the features of this rustic, one-of-a-kind property, FOR SALE BY OWNER ONLY at $880,000. TO VISIT THIS HOUSE, GO TO WWW.HOMEFORSALENEARASHEVILLENC.COM In Clyde, North Carolina, only 18 miles west of Asheville, and near historic Cold Mountain, the house was designed by architect Bruce Spencer, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright. Nestled on a ridge nearly 4,000 feet up, it shares space with clouds and hawks, as well as forests and meadows. A winding, private gravel road leads you away from the asphalt one, far from traffic and noise. You’ll spot a fish pond, a tree-house, and private hiking trails, all on the property. Seclusion, yes, but you’re just minutes away from the cultural mecca of Asheville, with its world-class restaurants, thriving music scene, top-notch theatres, River Arts District, craft breweries, and of course the famous Biltmore Mansion. Other attractions include Black Mountain and Charlotte NC. Now the house. You enter the “Great Room” with its soaring ceilings and large picture windows overlooking the mountains. You’re drawn to an inviting stone-encased fireplace — iron and glass-covered — that efficiently heats the living area when needed. In the evening, you may relax on the expansive back deck to watch the sun set behind the distant Smoky Mountains… or any time of day in the large, customized, stainless steel hot tub in the sunroom. But to continue the tour: You walk down the bookshelf-lined hall to a guest room with adjacent bathroom, and to the master bedroom with walk-in closet, linen closet, and two-person bathroom. Views everywhere. Downstairs you find a den and a private guest suite (like a studio apartment, actually) with its own bathroom and kitchenette, plus a balcony overlooking a lush forest canopy, and its own entrance. The high elevation of the property means no mosquitoes, and summer temperatures 10 degrees cooler than normal for the area, so there is no need for air conditioning. For those looking for a second home, this is a perfect mountain get-away. It’s also ideal for those who want to work remotely (with high-speed internet access), or take an easy commute to work in Asheville, one of the most dynamic cities in the United States. After you’ve seen what realtors are listing, you’ll see how this house and land are truly unique. INTERIOR FEATURES: -- Private 2-bed guest suite w/bathroom, kitchenette, forest balcony & separate entrance -- Second guest room with adjacent bathroom and mountain views -- Sunroom has large, customized, stainless steel hydrotherapy relaxation system (hot tub) -- 800 sq.ft. finished basement for storage, including tool-shop and workbench -- Master bedroom has large walk-in closet and two-person bathroom en suite -- Next to modern kitchen is walk-in pantry, with ample shelving -- Stone-encased, glass-covered, iron fireplace efficiently heats living area -- Central gas heating (no a/c needed, because of high elevation) -- Central vacuum system throughout the house -- Open and bright living area with beautiful mountain views -- Living area includes loft bunk beds loved by children and grandchildren -- Downstairs den with wood-burning, iron stove, for additional heating -- Hardwood flooring in the living room, dining room, and upstairs hallway -- Never any electricity interruption, thanks to automatic, gas-powered generator -- Access to satellite television and two forms of high-speed internet EXTERIOR AMENITIES: -- Large back deck with spectacular sunset and mountain views -- Large front deck for relaxing in the shade -- Fish pond and treehouse, in shady forest on property -- Two hiking trails on property, w/access to adjacent trails through forests and mountains -- Long private drive, situating the house far from traffic noise -- Lush back lawn, for romping with children and/or dogs -- 12.5 acres of land on property, enough to build another home