Magical Maple Ridge Farm- Highland County

Maple Ridge Farm combines 85 acres of natural beauty, unmatched privacy, and a stunning custom timber frame home to create the ultimate mountain homestead in breathtaking Highland County. This farm offers luxury mountain living, with the 4 bedroom, 3 full baths, 2- 1/2 baths, 4,000 square foot home being the center of activity for family and friends. Built to stand for centuries, the levels of quality and local artisan touches are evident. The hand pegged eastern white pine timber frame was crafted at Cowee Mountain Timber Framers in the Smoky mountains of North Carolina. No expense was spared in creating a homestead of luxury and permanence- including massive 10 inch poured concrete and I Beam foundation walls, radiant floor heating, Generac backup power systems, several zones of mini split heating and cooling, an outdoor wood furnace, a gourmet kitchen on the main level and full kitchen on the lower level, and locally sourced maple and butternut hardwood flooring. Complimenting the home are gardens, an orchard, and a turnkey commercial maple syrup operation that has collected from 250 taps in the sugar maples on the ridges. There is also a wonderful 25x25 woodworking shop equipped with top end tools. The property consists of 55 acres of mature hardwood forests with maple, oak and poplar, with rideable trail systems throughout. The balance of the farm is open meadows that are currently being used for hay production. Wildlife is plentiful with deer, turkey, bear, grouse and many songbirds all calling Maple Ridge home. The property will include various equipment and tools. Included are a Kubota UTV, Kubota Tractor and implements, all maple syrup production equipment, wood splitter, an electric golf cart, and many other tools. A full list of all items conveying will be available to serious buyers. Located in the secluded Little Egypt area of Highland County, 20 minutes to Monterey, 20 minutes to Lake Moomaw, 30 minutes to the Warm Springs/Hot Springs resort areas, and 45 minute to Snowshoe ski resort. This is a generational property opportunity that could serve as a working farm or family retreat for decades to come. Call to schedule your tour of this amazing mountain oasis! Listing agent must be present for all showings.