530 Upright Road, Mt Ulla, NC

The quiet expanses of Mt. Ulla provide a rare setting for Big Oak Tree Farm, an estate defined by a sophisticated interpretation of the traditional hunting lodge. Completed in 2013, the residence spans 4,026 square feet across two levels, prioritizing texture and volume through hand-hewn barn beams, twelve-foot vaulted ceilings, and a substantial river-rock fireplace. The interior program is thoughtfully divided, featuring stained concrete floors and a secondary kitchenette on the ground level, while the primary living suite occupies the upper floor with a professional-grade kitchen and heated tile flooring. Offering three bedrooms and three bathrooms, the home balances rugged materiality with the modern necessities of a rural retreat. In the current regional climate, high-caliber recreational acreage in Rowan County is increasingly viewed as a generational land play, offering a level of seclusion that is becoming scarce near the Charlotte metro. Private viewings of the property may be arranged through Peters & Associates.

About the home

Welcome to Big Oak Tree Farm, a beautiful recreational property designed for the outdoorsman who loves the peace and quiet of the North Carolina countryside! This luxurious offering provides a back to nature escape with true rustic elegance and a lodge-like feel! The main floor living room is enormous! A huge river rock fireplace is the centerpiece of the room with 12-foot vaulted ceilings and hand hewn barn beams that accent the ceiling! Stained concrete floors cover the entire first level of the home. The main floor also offers a kitchenette, laundry and mud room, small office/storage space, bedroom that is a workout room and full bath. The second floor has a full sized kitchen complete with granite countertops, double over, gas top stove, hand hammered copper sink. There is also a nice pantry nearby. The kitchen, dining room and living room are all part of the open space. The main bedroom is over sized for plenty of space and the master bathroom has granite countertops, a heated tile floor and walk-in shower. There is a huge walk-in closet and office nook. The second bedroom upstairs is setup with bunk beds for children and extra guests. It has it's own full bath and tile shower. The exterior of the home is constructed of cedar from top to bottom! The large front porch overlooks the farm ground to the north and provides ample space for enjoying the quiet scenery. With over 1000 covered square feet along the backside of the home, the owner has several pieces of farm equipment and firewood stored there to keep them out of the elements. The support beams along this covered space are solid cedar measuring 8?x8?! With entrances on all four sides of the home, access is easy. The insulated garage is located on the west side of the home and it offers over 1200 square feet with tall ceilings and has plenty of room for one vehicle or side by sides and ATVs. It also has a work bench area, industrial sink with a dog wash next to it and plenty of floor space for more storage. The garage is also setup with a propane connector so it can be heated. The entire property is made up of two parcels and boasts 201.83 acres of prime recreational ground! A mile long section of Sills Creek runs right through the heart of the property providing a great water source for the land and the wildlife. This land has been cultivated by the owner into a prime hunting and recreational property! With a good mix of timber and open spaces, there are plenty of dialed-in food plots and fields planted in corn and soybeans equipped with Redneck hunting blinds and Family Traditions ladder tree stands! With a side by side or ATV you can use one of the many trails to reach any section of the property to hunt! There are even some great hunting blinds within a minute’s walk from the house! All total, there are approximately 45+/- acres of food plots and planted tillable acreage that have been consistently planted and maintained by the current owner and a local farmer. A mix of summer and fall food plot blends along with corn and soybeans have been the main source of food for wildlife on the property. There are two easements across the property. One is a power line easement and the other is a gas line easement. Both provide great areas for multiple food plots and tillable ground for crops. The property is also held in a conservation easement and documents can be obtained by request of interested buyers.

Price in context

• Asking $993 per square foot.
• Reduced $400,000 (9.1%) from the original $4,399,000 asking price.
• 157 days on the market, listed 2026-01-19.
• County tax assessment $519,956; the asking price is 7.69× the assessed value.

Location

Neighborhood: None, Rowan County, ZIP 28125.

Straight-line distances

• Uptown Charlotte: 30.8 mi
• Charlotte Country Club: 31.0 mi
• Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 33.8 mi
• Wilson Air Center (private aviation, CLT): 33.9 mi
• SouthPark Mall: 35.5 mi
• Quail Hollow Club: 38.8 mi

Features

Levels

Two

Construction

Wood

Bathrooms

3 full

Fireplace

Yes

Interior

Attic Finished

Kitchen & appliances

Convection Microwave, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater

Heating

Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump

Garage

1 spaces

Parking

Circular Driveway, Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Keypad Entry

County

Rowan

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See it privately

Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.