301 Oak Winds Drive, Old Fort, NC

The elevation of Old Fort offers a distinct perspective on the Blue Ridge landscape, where the primary objective is capturing the panoramic 270-degree views stretching from the Parkway to the Linville Gorge. Completed in 2011, this 4,502-square-foot residence utilizes a strategic orientation to ensure these vistas are visible from nearly every interior space. The floor plan is designed for substantial guest capacity, featuring three dedicated bedrooms complemented by four versatile bonus rooms in a fully finished, walk-out basement. This lower level functions as a secondary suite, equipped with its own kitchenette and a wrap-around porch. The main level prioritizes ease of movement, housing the primary suite, a generous kitchen island, and a screened porch section with an integrated fire pit. In a submarket where accessibility often compromises privacy, this property maintains an enviable balance, situated less than a mile from the community gate while remaining immersed in the mountain skyline. Private viewings may be coordinated through Peters & Associates.

About the home

Usually to get views this amazing, you have to climb a mountain. This house is less than a mile up mostly paved road, only minutes from the back gate of this community. There are so many places to soak in the view from outside and it can been seen from almost every room in the house. Three official bedrooms, and four bonus rooms in the walk-out basement make this the ideal home for large gathering. Coming fully furnished, this property is ready for your short term rental guests, or would make the perfect for a second home destination. Just come in, stock the fridge, and start enjoying the 270 degree view that stretched from the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Linville Gorge. The main level has everything you need, primary bedroom, office space, huge living room with a fireplace, deluxe kitchen with an island, laundry, and access to a wrap around porch with a screened in section complete with a table top fire pit. The upper level is a split bedroom design with a full bath. The basement is fully finished with a second kitchenette, pool table and four bonus rooms set up with beds and entertainment for your guests. The lower level also as a wrap around porch to soak in the views. The spacious two car garage was built with a full basement that has been converted into a full workshop. Come check out this amazing home!

Price in context

• Asking $244 per square foot.
• That is 44% below the $434 median across 5 active $1.5M+ homes in Old Fort.
• 5th highest asking price of 5 active $1.5M+ homes in Old Fort.
• Largest by living area of the 4 with a recorded size.
• No price changes since it was listed.
• 5 days on the market, listed 2026-07-07.
• County tax assessment $891,760; the asking price is 1.23× the assessed value.
• HOA dues $1,407 (annually).

Location

Neighborhood: Gateway Mountain, McDowell County, ZIP 28762.

Features

Levels

Two and a Half

Construction

Hardboard Siding

Bathrooms

3 full, 1 half

Basement

Apartment, Basement Shop, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access

Fireplace

Yes

Flooring

Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood

Kitchen & appliances

Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer

Heating

Heat Pump, Radiant Floor

Cooling

Heat Pump

Garage

2 spaces

Parking

Driveway, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front

Exterior

Fire Pit

Waterfront

Boat Ramp – Community, Boat Slip – Community, Dock, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community

View

Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round

Lot

End Unit, Green Area, Private, Sloped, Wooded, Views

Community

Lake Access, Walking Trails

County

McDowell

Comparable homes on the market

• 3815 Bat Cave Road, Old Fort — $1,119,000, 3 bd, 2,397 sq ft, 2.2 mi away
• 1891 Silvers Welch Road, Old Fort — $1,599,900, 2.8 mi away
• 147 Night Sky Drive, Nebo — $1,895,000, 7 bd, 3,026 sq ft, 3.2 mi away
• 231 Fibber Magee Drive, Union Mills — $1,500,000, 4 bd, 2,000 sq ft, 4.0 mi away
• 58 Bird Creek Estates Road, Black Mountain — $2,095,000, 5 bd, 4,275 sq ft, 4.1 mi away
• 1915 Creston Drive, Black Mountain — $1,395,000, 4 bd, 3,015 sq ft, 4.6 mi away

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.