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If you're looking for a small farm with income potential or a family compound, this one could be for you.  Situated approximately 25 minutes to the happening town of West Jefferson, and not too far from Boone, this property offers 38 acres of gently laying land at the...

We all love a success story, don't we?  Late last year, I had the good fortune of representing the sellers and buyers of the former Clear Creek Ranch, a classic dude ranch located near the base of Mt. Mitchell, highest peak east of the Rockies.  Sean and Heather...

If looking for an exceptionally well maintained and full feature farm, you simply must see this one.  Situated just twelve minutes from the town of Marion, this new listing features 43+ total acres of which 28+/- are open fields and fenced pastures.  A paved state...

We recently listed a 72 acre parcel north of Asheville having full legal access to 1,200' of frontage on the Big Rock Creek (great trout fishing), two ponds, a gated covered bridge entrance and outstanding infrastructure.  This acreage was originally to be developed...

In a post I wrote last year I stated that the "End of the World as We Know It" had already come upon us without realizing it.  Indeed it had, and it continues.  All it takes is one trip to any big box retailer or going out to eat and you'll see what I mean. ...

It has been a while since I've written about the book, "One Second After" that started me on the path of self-sufficiency learning (i.e. "prepping") resulting in changing the focus and name of my firm to Retreat Realty, Ltd.  But given recent events over the past...

We just listed this amazing 181 acre property with a Waterfall Hideaway.   Located in Wilkes County between Hickory and Boone, this very private estate offers not one, but two full cabins along with two fully built basement foundations including septic systems,...

Here is a wonderful family farm northwest of Asheville in rural Buncombe County.  We just listed this 22 acre farm that features approximately 20 acres of cleared fields with end of the road privacy.  Enjoy sweeping views of the distant mountains from the Main House...

We just listed a totally turn-key mini farm in the Brevard, NC area.   When we say "turn-key", we mean just bring your toothbrush and get to farming!  This is one of the most complete farm operations we've had the privilege of listing.  This farm has redundant systems...

While in Charlotte recently visiting family, we went to lunch at a local restaurant that's been around for decades.  Upon sitting down at the table, we were greeted with the note in the attached photo informing us that due to rising food costs, rather than reprinting...