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Alexander · Alexander, NC

119 Old Salem Branch Drive #1B

Alexander, NC · 797 sqft

$395,000

Reduced from $425,000

  • 2Beds
  • 1Baths
  • 797SqFt
  • 1994Year
  • 34Days on market

About this home

Hand-Hewn Craftsmanship. River Views. A True Mountain Escape. Tucked away on 1.75 private acres overlooking the French Broad River, this hand-hewn log cabin offers a rare sense of place where craftsmanship, setting, and experience come together effortlessly. From the moment you arrive, there is a quiet magic to the property, inviting you to slow down and settle in. Mornings begin on the rocking chair front porch, coffee in hand, as the soft sound of the river carries through the trees. Evenings are spent beside the striking wood-burning stone fireplace, its scale and texture anchoring the home’s warm, inviting interior. Vaulted ceilings and natural wood finishes create an open yet intimate atmosphere, with light filtering in to highlight the character of every beam and detail. Designed for both relaxation and connection to the outdoors, the home offers multiple spaces to unwind, from the covered porch to the private deck with hot tub, where you can soak under the stars after a day of hiking, exploring, or simply enjoying the surrounding woods. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, the property presents a compelling opportunity for continued income generation, while equally suited as a personal getaway or full-time residence. Whether you’re drawn by the craftsmanship, the setting, or the lifestyle it affords, this is more than a cabin, it’s an experience of Western North Carolina at its most timeless.

Please absolutely NO DRIVEBYS

Property details

Beds
2
Baths
1
SqFt
797
Lot
Year built
1994
Type
Single Family
Days on market
34
Style
Cabin
Heating
Propane, Wall Furnace
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Foundation
Crawl Space
Flooring
Wood

Features

  • Hot Tub

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly payment

Includes P&I, tax, insurance

$2,907/ month

Principal & interest
$2,446
Property tax (~1.05%)
$345
Homeowners insurance
$115
HOA dues

Down payment

$19,750 down · $375,250 financed

Income to qualify (28% rule)

~$124,593 / year household

A rough rule — actual qualification depends on your full debt picture, credit, and the lender. John can introduce you to lenders he trusts.

Numbers are a directional estimate. Actual monthly cost varies by lender, credit, taxes assessed at closing, and insurance carrier. This is not a loan offer or pre-approval.

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