Listings by Karl Small

Barndominium living at its best! Well-maintained and efficient use of space, this charming barn style home features a 3BR/2BA primary living area, along with a 1BR/1BA apartment in the lower barn level. Interior highlights include an open floor plan / great room concept with cathedral ceilings, wood burning stone fireplace, solid wood floors and doors - with French doors off the great room leading outside to the balcony deck. Equestrian amenities include a 4-stall center aisle barn with tack room and outdoor wash rack, 4 fenced paddocks, 110x220 sand/turf riding arena, and community riding trails. There is also a chicken coup for farm fresh eggs! This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to downsize and/or reduce their farm property management burdens. Easy to maintain, well-suited for a few horses, and move in ready. A true must see. Don’t delay, book your showing today!

Welcome to “The Hayloft,” a historic Carter Brown home on 25 acres in the heart of Tryon’s horse country and highly coveted Hunting Country neighborhood. Known as the "man who created Tryon," Carter Brown was instrumental in the development of Tryon as an equestrian community, and influential with local architecture and construction. A delightful 3BR/3+BA main home offers all the charm and character one should expect, such as wood beams, paneled walls, and floors, and a robust stone fireplace. Notable updates and improvements include a gourmet kitchen, all bathrooms, indoor pool, and generator, as well as a complimenting 2BR/2.5BA guest house. 6,000+ sf of total living space is surrounded by tasteful, timeless landscapes and picturesque mountain views. For the equestrians, a 4-stall center-aisle barn, 2-stall shed row barn, 5 fenced paddocks, a separated paddock area w/run-in shed, 20x60 meter covered Morton arena. Easy FETA trail access. High speed internet. A truly rare opportunity.

Well-established 23 acre equestrian property featuring a 4BR/4BA farm style home with an open kitchen/dining/living room area, first floor master bedroom, bonus room over garage, and covered front porch to take in mountain and sunset views. Recent improvements include new HVAC, kitchen and bath updates, and balcony deck overlooking the riding arena and pond. Equestrian amenities include 5-7 stall barn, riding arena, fenced paddocks/pasture, and community riding trails. This increasingly popular farm region is just across the Polk County Line and only minutes to the Tryon area, including the equestrian center.

Location. Location. Location. This very well-maintained turnkey equestrian property is found in a great Tryon area location; one of only a few horse properties available today with direct trail access (CETA), and just minutes to equine hospital, equestrian center, feed stores, town amenities and highway access. The 8.75 acre parcel remains the premier site in the Green Fields equestrian neighborhood; originally the first to sell for its elevated breezes, excellent drainage, and mountain views. The 3BR/3BA solid brick home is well-constructed, easy to manage and offers one floor living experience. The 4-stall Morton barn is in excellent condition and features rubber pavers, fly spray system and wash stall. And 3 fenced paddock areas, with room for more, are recovered/free from grazing for over a year. The location on the CETA trail system allows easy access to FETA as well. This one owner, turnkey property is ideal for relocating/downsizing equestrians. Replacement over $1.1 million. UNDER CONTRACT!

If it's privacy and serenity you seek, look no further than Walnut Ridge Farm, where you'll be treated to a 50+ acre haven of private, natural landscapes consisting of field and pasture, mature woods, mountain views and a spring-fed creek. The property is surrounded by a 1,000+ acre preserve, which enhances its seclusion and tranquility. A custom-built, traditional style home is well-sited and features a covered front porch to enjoy the landscapes and sunsets and a back deck for outdoor dining and entertaining. Inside the home, an open kitchen area with granite counters and hickory cabinets, a living room with stone fireplace and cathedral ceiling, and oak floors highlight a few of the interior features. The basement and garage provide for two separate entrance, fully equipped additional living quarters. The property is well-suited for rental income or variety of other uses, such as a vineyard, wedding venue, or horse farm. Remote, yet convenient. Minutes to Lake Lure and amenities.