8709 Hwy 226A Highway
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$400,000
Community: Little Switzerland in McDowell County
A truly remarkable piece of history, this log home stands as a living museum in the heart of Little Switzerland, North Carolina. Built in 1931 by W. R. Hollifield, the home was first owned by Arnold McKinney until 1937, when it was purchased by Dr. C. F. Sayles, who cherished the property through 1949, Then his widow sold it in 1962. There it became the beloved residence of Jack and Peggy Brown, who lived there until their passing, further deepening the home’s legacy as a place of long-term stewardship and memory. The property has remained within a connected lineage of care, ultimately passing to the current seller through family inheritance following his mother’s passing. Rich with nearly a century of history, this residence offers a rare opportunity to own a preserved piece of Appalachian heritage in scenic Little Switzerland, North Carolina.
Original Listing Price:
400,000
MLS #: 4396070
Listing Status: Active
Days on Market: 4
Buying Firm Commission: Test
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Directions: If in Little Switzerland drive past the Books & Beans heading West on 226A. There is a gravel/dirt drive on the right that as you drive up will have a cable across the drive. Lay the cable cown and drive over it.
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Property Features
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Cooling: None
Water: Well
Year Built: 1931
Subdivision: NONE
Community Features: None
Floors: Vinyl,Wood
Heating/Cooling: Forced Air
Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower
Garage/Carport: Parking Space(s)
Sewer: Septic Installed
Basement/Foundation: Basement,Crawl Space
Interior Features: Pantry,Walk-In Pantry
Style: Cabin,Cottage,Old World,Rustic
Lot Description: Orchard(s),Hilly,Private,Sloped,Steep Slope,Wooded,Views
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Schools
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- High School: Unspecified
- Middle School: Unspecified
- Elementary School: Unspecified