luxury houses with terrace for sale McDowell County, United States

Rustic mountain character and refined European design come together in this distinctive Mountain Air retreat, where panoramic views and thoughtful architecture define every space. A dramatic boulder at the entrance creates a memorable arrival, while a light-filled, three-story foyer introduces the home's impressive scale. Two private guest suites occupy the entry level, and a curved staircase and private elevator provide easy access throughout. The main living level features a soaring great room with a striking stone fireplace, walls of windows and sweeping mountain vistas. An open dining area and well-appointed kitchen are designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The primary suite offers its own fireplace, private deck and spa-inspired bath, while an upper-level loft provides flexible space for a home office, studio or additional sleeping area. Located within Mountain Air, residents enjoy trails, club amenities and the convenience of a private mountaintop airport.

Indigo Nature Retreat is a rare mountain property bordering more than 1,000 acres of Pisgah National Forest. On 4.25 private acres, the retreat includes a welcoming main lodge, a two-story community barn and nine guest cabins, creating an exceptional setting for retreats, gatherings or a private mountain escape. The lodge offers warm wood interiors, a stone fireplace, open living spaces and a covered porch overlooking the forest. The community barn features a full kitchen, dining area, two full baths and an upper-level studio ideal for yoga, workshops or creative pursuits. Five primitive cabins and four creekside cabins with full kitchens and baths accommodate up to 24 guests. Surrounded by trails, streams and native forest, the property offers remarkable privacy while remaining within easy reach of Asheville. Whether continued as a retreat center or reimagined as a private estate, Indigo Nature Retreat is a place to slow down, reconnect and experience the mountains at their most authentic.