Mill Spring · Mill Spring, NC
250 Burt Blackwell Road
Mill Spring, NC · 1,993 sqft
$1,495,000
Reduced from $1,549,000
- 3Beds
- 2.5Baths
- 1,993SqFt
- 2005Year
- 84Days on market
About this home
Horse property in Polk County perched on 25 acres combining 2 fenced-in pastures with plenty of space to expand, this custom retreat is built for people who live outside. A private, half-mile winding drive leads past a 60' x 40' workshop with a wonderful apartment for visiting family, friends or Short Term Rentals, before continuing on to the main house with long range mountain views. - Your perfect base camp after a day in the saddle or hiking on the trails.
Step inside and you’re greeted by open ceilings lined with pine tongue-and-groove boards, hand-hewn oak beams, and an artful wood stove surround. The open floor plan invites gatherings, while the main-level primary suite offers a walk in shower with all new countertops and sinks. Every detail, from boot-friendly entrances to gear-ready storage, is designed for life lived in muddy boots and trail dust. Year-round and winter mountain views frame the backdrop.
Built for Horses, Trails & Creativity with a private 1/2 mi. trail on property, close proximity to FETA trail access and a new 5 mile Polk County Mountain biking trail, all within 12 mins to Tryon International Equestrian Center, 20 mins to Lake Lure, 1hr to Greenville or Asheville and less than 2 hrs to Charlotte.
-Two fenced-in pastures (approx. 6 acres) with a custom two-stall stable, wash room and tack room — perfect for daily turnout or trail horses.
- Recently installed 190'x 85' arena below main house pasture.
- 2 Run-ins
- Loop trail that crosses a small creek around the perimeter of property suitable for Horse Riding/ Hiking.
- A 60' x 40' workshop - a dream space for additional horse stalls /tack storage, woodworking, welding, or ATV maintenance — with an attached apartment for guests or multigenerational living.
- Two separate living spaces — great for full time living, visiting riders, or potential seasonal rental income.
Recent Upgrades:
-All-new double-insulated windows (Sept. 2025) -High-efficiency HVAC system (Sept. 2025) -New tankless hot water heater -Expanded Septic Field for the main house and separate septic system for garage apartment on file with Polk County
-Unpermitted, finished storage space above garage/ carport.
This isn’t just a house — it’s a working mountain hideout, a gathering place for horseriders, mountainbike riders, makers, and adventurers. Whether you’re training horses, building gear, or hosting friends, this property is ready for it all.
Property details
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2.5
- SqFt
- 1,993
- Lot
- —
- Year built
- 2005
- Type
- Single Family
- Days on market
- 84
- Style
- Arts and Crafts
- Heating
- Central, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Foundation
- Basement
- Flooring
- Wood
- View
- Mountain(s), Winter, Year Round
Features
- Fence
- Fire Pit
- Livestock Run In
Payment estimate
Estimated monthly payment
Includes P&I, tax, insurance
$11,003/ month
- Principal & interest
- $9,258
- Property tax (~1.05%)
- $1,308
- Homeowners insurance
- $436
- HOA dues
- —
Down payment
$74,750 down · $1,420,250 financed
Income to qualify (28% rule)
~$471,563 / 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.