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1651/1740 Winding Stairs Road, Topton, NC 28781

$1,550,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,229 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,137,168 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,550,000 List Date: 2/10/2026 Last Modified: 6/27/2026

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Imagine stepping onto a breathtaking 140.89-acre unrestricted mountain estate in beautiful Nantahala NC. Fresh mountain air mingled w/wildflowers greets you, as gentle waves lap the shores of a private stocked pond. Dip your fingers in cool water, cast a line & watch fish leap under sparkling sunlight reflections. In the 2024 built barndominium (2,229 sq ft, 3 beds, 2.5 baths) sunlight floods an open floor plan, framing serene pond & mountain vistas. A lovely, stacked stone fireplace crackles invitingly; the kitchen & dining area enhances every meal with peaceful views. A main-level primary suite provides quiet luxury; two upstairs bedrooms, bonus loft room, & a full bath complete the cozy home. +/-15 acres of fenced pasture is ideal for horses grazing. Own 25-30 acres of wooded ridge line in deep greens and shadowy blues feature peaceful trails winding through the trees. Rolling hills & open views offer stunning mountain views shifting from misty dawn purples to vibrant autumn crimso ... (Read more) Imagine stepping onto a breathtaking 140.89-acre unrestricted mountain estate in beautiful Nantahala NC. Fresh mountain air mingled w/wildflowers greets you, as gentle waves lap the shores of a private stocked pond. Dip your fingers in cool water, cast a line & watch fish leap under sparkling sunlight reflections. In the 2024 built barndominium (2,229 sq ft, 3 beds, 2.5 baths) sunlight floods an open floor plan, framing serene pond & mountain vistas. A lovely, stacked stone fireplace crackles invitingly; the kitchen & dining area enhances every meal with peaceful views. A main-level primary suite provides quiet luxury; two upstairs bedrooms, bonus loft room, & a full bath complete the cozy home. +/-15 acres of fenced pasture is ideal for horses grazing. Own 25-30 acres of wooded ridge line in deep greens and shadowy blues feature peaceful trails winding through the trees. Rolling hills & open views offer stunning mountain views shifting from misty dawn purples to vibrant autumn crimsons. Screened patio & covered porch extend living outdoors—feel the soft evening air, hear frogs chorus at dusk, watch fireflies dance over rippling lake. Complementing the main houses is the rustic 'old charmer' guest house (4 beds, 1 bath), exuding nostalgic warmth—perfect for family, guests, or creative escapes. Outbuildings enrich the estate: barn with hay loft, attached chicken pen, equipment shed, new storage building, livestock sheds, plus a garden—all nestled naturally. Abundant wildlife (deer, bear, turkey & squirrels) affirms true mountain serenity, with trails for hiking, 4wheeling, and adventure near Nantahala National Forest, the Nantahala River rapids, & the pristine Nantahala Lake. This rare gem awakens every sense: chill pond water, whispering ancient trees, homegrown bounty, profound starlit peace. Awaken to misty mornings, harvest under vast skies, gather by crackling fire. Not just property—a full-sensory immersion in NC's wild heart. Schedule your private tour today!

Listing Details MLS# 98500022

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Historical MLS Number: 155588
Marketing Start Date: 2026-02-10
Listing Price: 1550000
List Price/SqFt: 695.38
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 1651/1740
Street Name: Winding Stairs
Street Suffix: Road
County: Macon
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28781
City Limits: No
Marketing City: Topton
Subdivision: None

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: From Murphy, take US-74 E for approx 27.5 miles. Turn right on Wayah Rd. In approx 4.5 miles turn left onto Winding Stairs Rd. Follow to 1651 Winding Stairs Rd,
Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 140.89
Lot SqFt: 6137168
Lot Dimensions: n/a
Deed Restrictions: No
Waterfront: Yes
Location Type: Mainland

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 2229
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 2229
# Rooms: 14
# Baths - Full: 2
# Baths - Half: Yes
# Baths - Total: 3
# Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
ud_i_10: 2
Fireplace Y/N: Yes

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 2024

More Information

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: Yes

Rooms

Bedroom 1 Level: Upper
Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room Level: Main
Laundry Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Master Bedroom Level: Main
Bathroom 1: Yes
Bathroom 2: Yes
Bathroom 3: Yes
Bedroom 1: Yes
Bedroom 2: Yes
Dining Room: Yes
Family Room: Yes
Laundry: Yes
Living Room: Yes
Loft: Yes
Master Bedroom: Yes
Office: Yes
Utility Room: Yes

Rental Information

Lease Term: Short Term Lease

Building/Ext Features

ud_i_08: 2

Currently Not Used

# of Basement Rooms: 0
Additional Parcels Description: 6518748538

Legal & Taxes

Deed Book: B-42
Deed Page: 2290
Legal: n/a
Broker Owner: No
PID: 6518768325
Tax Identifier: 6518768325
Plat Book: n/a
Plat Page: n/a
Special Assessments: none
Zoning: None
HOA: No
Elementary School: Nantahala High School
Middle School: Nantahala High School
Middle School 2: Macon Middle School
High School: Nantahala High School

Garage & Parking

Attached Garage Spaces: 0
Detached Garage Spaces: 0
Total # Garage Spaces: 0
Total Carport Spaces: 0

Parking Features

Attached: Yes
Carport: Yes
Gravel: Yes

Attic

Access Only: Yes

Basement

None: Yes

Frontage Type

Pond Front: Yes

View Type

Pond: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes

Architectural Style

Barndominium: Yes
Farm House: Yes

Lot Water Features

Boat Dock: Yes

Exterior Features

Garden: Yes

Exterior Finish

Fiber Cement: Yes
Vinyl Siding: Yes
Wood Siding: Yes

Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
FHA: Yes
VA Loan: Yes

Fencing

Wire: Yes

Foundation

Slab: Yes

Flooring

Wood: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Porch: Yes
Screened: Yes

Roof

Composition: Yes

Levels

Two: Yes

Road Type/Frontage

Public (City/Cty/St): Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Other Structures

Barn(s): Yes
Outbuilding: Yes
Storage: Yes

Heated SqFt

2200 - 2399: Yes

Heating

Fireplace Insert: Yes
Heat Pump: Yes

Heating System Fuel Source

Electric: Yes

Water Heater

Electric: Yes

Utilities

Satellite Internet: Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank: Yes

Water Source

Well: Yes

Appliances/Equip

Built-In Microwave: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Fireplace Features

Insert: Yes

Furnished

Unfurnished: Yes

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Vaulted Ceiling(s): Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes

Laundry Features

Hookup - Dryer: Yes
Hookup - Washer: Yes

Dining Room Type

Combination: Yes

Easements

Electric Service: Yes
ROW Easement: Yes

Property Features

Frontage Type: Pond Front View Type: Pond Attic: Access Only Basement: None Construction: Wood Frame Architectural Style: Barndominium; Farm House Exterior Features: Garden Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement; Vinyl Siding; Wood Siding Fencing: Wire Foundation: Slab Parking Features: Attached; Carport; Gravel Patio and Porch Features: Porch; Screened Roof: Composition Levels: Two Lot Water Features: Boat Dock Cooling: Central Air Heating: Fireplace Insert; Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Water Heater: Electric Utilities: Satellite Internet Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Well Fireplace Features: Insert Flooring: Wood Furnished: Unfurnished Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Kitchen Island; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer Heated SqFt: 2200 - 2399 Dining Room Type: Combination Other Structures: Barn(s); Outbuilding; Storage Rooms: Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Dining Room; Family Room; Laundry; Living Room; Loft; Master Bedroom; Office; Utility Room Easements: Electric Service; ROW Easement Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Loft
Laundry
Utility Room
Office
Master Bedroom	Main
Living Room	Main
Dining Room	Main
Family Room	Main
Bedroom 1	Upper
Bedroom 2	Upper
Laundry	Main

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Listing Office: Old Town Brokers

Last Updated: June - 27 - 2026

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