4647 Big Level Road, Mill Spring, NC

About the home

Set on more than 12 picturesque acres just minutes from the world-renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center, this exceptional farmhouse estate offers an unmatched blend of luxury mountain living, equestrian functionality, and incredible investment potential. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, boutique event venue, luxury Airbnb retreat, or working equestrian property, the possibilities here are truly endless. Designed with horse enthusiasts in mind, the property features three fenced pastures and a well-equipped two-stall barn complete with tack room and hay/shavings storage, creating a turnkey setup for equestrian use. The expansive grounds are beautifully landscaped and centered around one of the property’s most breathtaking features — a luxurious custom creek and waterfall installation stretching over 170 feet and showcasing more than seven cascading waterfalls, creating a truly serene and unforgettable setting rarely found in the area. The spacious 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom residence offers exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guest accommodations, retreat-style hosting, or income-producing opportunities. Several of the bedrooms can easily serve as bunk rooms, offices, fitness spaces, media rooms, or private guest suites, allowing the home to adapt seamlessly to a variety of lifestyles and business ventures. Adding even more versatility is the private 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment above the garage — ideal for guests, caretakers, rental income, or extended family living. Enjoy peaceful mornings and mountain sunsets from the expansive side deck overlooking the rolling countryside and surrounding mountain views. Located just a short drive from one of the country’s premier equestrian destinations, this rare Western North Carolina property combines natural beauty, privacy, functionality, and commercial potential in one extraordinary offering. Additional highlights include brand-new siding, fresh exterior paint, making this property move-in ready while still offering room to personalize and expand its vision. Furnishings negotiable. Approximately 1,706 square feet of total HLA unpermitted.

Price in context

• Asking $428 per square foot.
• That is 40% below the $718 median across 14 active $1.5M+ homes in Mill Spring.
• 12th highest asking price of 14 active $1.5M+ homes in Mill Spring.
• 3rd largest by living area of the 11 with a recorded size.
• Reduced $124,999 (6.9%) from the original $1,799,999 asking price.
• 65 days on the market, listed 2026-05-11.
• County tax assessment $760,671; the asking price is 2.20× the assessed value.

Location

Neighborhood: None, Polk County, ZIP 28756.

Assigned schools

• Elementary: Polk Central
• Middle: Polk
• High: Polk

School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.

Features

Style

Farmhouse

Levels

One and One Half

Construction

Other - See Remarks

Roof

Metal

Bathrooms

5 full

Basement

Daylight, Finished, Walk-Out Access

Fireplace

Yes

Interior

Kitchen Island, Pantry, Wet Bar

Flooring

Tile, Vinyl

Kitchen & appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator

Heating

Heat Pump

Cooling

Heat Pump

Garage

2 spaces

Parking

Circular Driveway, Attached Garage

Exterior

Fence, Livestock Run In, Storage, Other - See Remarks

View

Mountain(s)

Lot

Pasture, Views, Waterfall - Artificial

County

Polk

Comparable homes on the market

• 6320 Nc Hwy 108 Highway, Mill Spring — $1,595,000, 3 bd, 3,300 sq ft, 3.2 mi away
• 99999 Thompson Lake Road, Rutherfordton — $3,335,000, 4.7 mi away
• 151 Garner Drive, Lake Lure — $2,350,000, 4 bd, 4,391 sq ft, 5.1 mi away
• 1888 Pea Ridge Road, Mill Spring — $2,999,000, 5.1 mi away
• 1888 Pea Ridge Road, Mill Spring — $2,999,000, 3 bd, 5.1 mi away
• 723 N Highland Road, Mill Spring — $1,545,000, 4 bd, 1,956 sq ft, 6.0 mi away

See it privately

Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 980-391-4595. Request a private showing.