Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains with absolutely PHENOMENAL VIEWS, this 4 (or 5) bedroom home on 3.55 unrestricted acres (R-1 county zoning) is ideal for community living, permaculture farming, and potential income producing accessory units such as ecolodges. The home was thoughtfully designed to accommodate ADA separate living quarters. Solar power, low EMF readings and natural energy, the home and acreage evoke an essence of well-being. Indulge your desire for growing organic vegetables. both in-ground and in existing raised beds, and raise some chickens. A detailed permaculture design for the property is available. Electric-$17/mo, Propane-$12/Mo (Range & FP), City Water-$45/Mo. Easy 10 mile drive to historic Asheville; 10 minutes to downtown Black Mountain; Only 2 miles to: Warren Wilson College's many cultural activities, Owen Park, hiking, groceries, dining & live entertainment. 30 minutes to the Asheville Airport. Modification ideas to have 5 Bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms.
Closed
$995,000
78 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC 28778
4beds
2,901sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
3.55 Acres Lot
$1,100,800 Zestimate®
$343/sqft
$3,366 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 27, 2022 at 07:58pm
Listing Provided by:
Cynthia Thornton Cynthia@Cynthia-Thornton.com,
Keller Williams Elite Realty
Bought with:
Laurie Reese
Reese Real Estate Inc
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3920355

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Central, Gas Hot Air Furnace, Multizone A/C, Zoned, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater: Electric
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Cable Prewire, Ceiling Fan(s), Total Primary Heated Living Area: 2901
- Flooring: Marble, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Basement Shop
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Walk-In
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Ventless, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,901
- Total interior livable area: 2,901 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Space - 4+
- Details: Ample level parking adjoining home. Level entry with ADU access.
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Porch: Back, Covered, Deck, Front, Porch-Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Underground Power Lines, Wired Internet Available
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range View, Mountain(s), Year Round View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 3.55 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level, Open Lot, Pasture, Paved, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Wooded, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Tractor Shed
- Parcel number: 968936860600000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Swannanoa
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Services availability

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