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1470 Thermal City Road
Union Mills, NC 28167
FOR SALE · Active
$12,000,000
$1,030 / Sqft
18
Beds
14
Baths
11,650
Sqft
2007
Yr. Built
MLS# 4392713
Cumulative Days on Market: 146 · Includes prior listings · Currently listed since 06/11/26 · Data provided by the MLS.

Property Description

Once-in-a-Lifetime Estate in Union Mills!

This extraordinary property offers unlimited possibilities with 65 gently rolling acres, an 8, 950 sq. ft. lodge, a one-bedroom Gate House, and 6 brand-new log cabin rentals, plus additional development opportunities throughout the property.

The lodge is perfectly designed across two levels. The main floor features 4, 952 sq. ft. with a massive open great room highlighted by a stunning stone gas fireplace, a sunroom with a hot tub, 4 spacious bedrooms, a TV room, a double kitchen, a bar area, 4 large bathrooms, and a laundry room. The second floor offers 3, 998 sq. ft. with 7 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a theater room, a game room, and an additional laundry room.

The Gate House is a beautifully finished one-bedroom rental complete with its own private hot tub. The six new log cabins are thoughtfully positioned for privacy, each featuring a covered deck and private hot tub.

This property has hosted many weddings and events with a large guest capacity, making it a premier destination for celebrations, retreats, and gatherings. In addition to the existing improvements, there are 8 additional cabin or RV sites ready to go, and the property has a conceptual layout plan showing the potential for up to 88 total RV sites.

Whether you’re looking for a luxury private estate, a thriving hospitality business, an RV resort, an equestrian property, a wedding venue, or a family retreat, this property can bring your vision to life.

Adding to its uniqueness, the far corner of the property adjoins a Conserving Carolina protected area of approximately 1, 500 acres, providing additional privacy and natural beauty. Conveniently located with easy access to I-40, it’s just 24 miles to Tryon International Equestrian Center, 46 miles to Asheville, and 84 miles to Charlotte.

This is truly a one-of-a-kind Western North Carolina mountain estate. Schedule your private tour today and experience everything this incredible property has to offer.

Property Highlights

Property Type
Residential Income
Property Sub Type
Portfolio
Bedrooms
18
Total Bathrooms
14
Living Area
11,650
Price / Sqft
$1,030
Year Built
2007
Cumulative Days on Market
146

Location

City/Township
Union Mills
View
Mountain(s), Year Round
County
Rutherford

Property Details

Price
$12,000,000
Property Type
Residential Income
Property Sub Type
Portfolio

Building

Total Area
11,650

Community

Local Schools

Elementary School
Unspecified
Middle School
Unspecified
High School
Unspecified

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms
14
Full Bathrooms
11
1/2 Bathrooms
3
Bedrooms
18

Area and Spaces

Living Area
11,650
Above Grade Finished Area
11,650
Number of Units
8

Appliances

Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer

Interior Features

Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
Laundry Features
Utility Room
Fireplace Features
Gas, Gas Log, Great Room, Propane, Recreation Room

Heating and Cooling

Heating Features
Central, Heat Pump, Wall Furnace
Has Fireplace
Yes

Building Details

Construction

Year Built
2007
Foundations
Crawl Space

Materials

Construction Materials
Cedar Shake, Stone, Wood
Roof
Aluminum, Architectural Shingle

Terms

Rental Terms

Owner Pays
All Utilities

Terms

Special Conditions
None
Special Terms
Cash, Private
Cumulative Days on Market
146

Taxes

Tax

Tax Assessed Value
1622000.00

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric

Utilities

Sewer
Septic Installed
Water Source
Well

Lot

Lot Size
65.78
Road Surface
Asphalt, Gravel, Paved

Parking

Parking Features
Parking Lot, Parking Space(s)
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Listing Data last updated 11/04/2026 08:40 am
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Cumulative Days on Market: 146 days (includes prior listings) · Currently listed since June 11, 2026. Data provided by the MLS.

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