Available Properties
The properties offered for sale through Retreat Realty are varied but all focus on the characteristics that make them good choices for a mountain getaway.
Product Reviews
Not only should you be considering a retreat property, but you need to plan on how to utilize it, stock it and secure it.
From the Blog
Owner/Founder, John Haynes’ excellent knowledge of real estate, planning and design caters specifically to clients of Retreat Realty.
Who We Are
Headquartered in the mountains of western North Carolina, Retreat Realty exists to aid forward thinking individuals in their search for a secure, sustainable place of residence that can provide peace of mind and freedom during times of crisis or simply a place where one can live closer to the land. Lets face it, we live in an increasingly dangerous and complex world. If you live in an urban environment such as Charlotte or Greensboro, what would you do in the event the order of law should break down?
Do you have somewhere safe to retreat to or will you be trapped in your suburban home surrounded by desperate citizens and chaos? Think it can’t happen to you? Just look at the madness of New Orleans after Katrina or the riots in major cities over the past 20 years. The causes for such are many, and increase in likelihood… READ MORE
From the Blog
Mountain Hideaway North of Asheville
Looking for a distinct hideaway that is still easily accessible to shops and services? Then take a look at this citadel on a hill. This is the Mountain House located less than ten minutes from the amazing mountain town of Marshall. Marshall has all you need for day...
When The Grocery Stores Are Gone
Two years ago today, we were entering Day Five of our ordeal from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene that hammered western North Carolina. This storm brought unprecedented rainfall (up to 28 inches in 24 hours) and completely washed away towns, roads, railroads and...
Closed Another Farm!
We are pleased to announce that we had the opportunity to represent the buyer of an outstanding 23 acre farm that never came to market. How? We caught wind of an estate that was going through probate and one day I personally drove to the home of the executor,...
New 36 Acre Farm Listing!
We've been doing land and farms for many years, and have seen some amazing properties, but I don't recall coming upon one with the level of views that our newest listing enjoys. Seriously, as I drove up to the higher elevation and turned the corner, I was in shock....