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1640 1641 1642 River Road

Hot Springs, NC 28743

Active 265 days on market Listing ID CAR 290170131

$1,500,000

Est. $8,623/mo See my rate

$402/Sq Ft

6 bd · 6 ba · 3,734 sqft · $402/sqft

6 Beds
6 Baths
3,734 Sq Ft
$402/Sq Ft
2015 Built
8.50 acres Portfolio Listed Nov 4, 2025 Updated Jan 2, 2026 HOA None

Waterfront

WaterFrench Broad River

About This Home

Discover River Lodge Retreat, an established short-term rental property in the heart of Hot Springs, NC, offering a rare blend of income, expansion opportunity, and mountain tranquility. Spanning +/-8.5 private acres along the French Broad River, this property includes three furnished, income-producing cabins—each thoughtfully updated and surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.

Beyond the existing rentals, multiple build sites invite future growth. One riverfront site already has its own address, septic system, and power in place, ready for a new cabin or luxury riverside retreat. At the top of the property, multiple flat wooded sites provide easy access from an existing road—ideal for additional vacation rentals, a campground, or a private owner’s residence overlooking the valley and river below.

This property is located just minutes from downtown Hot Springs, known for its natural hot mineral springs, charming shops, restaurants, and direct access to the Appalachian Trail. Guests return year-round to enjoy hiking, kayaking, fishing, and soaking in the area’s rich natural beauty.

With a strong rental history and positive cash flow, River Lodge Retreat is a proven performer with exceptional potential to expand. Whether you’re an investor seeking a turnkey hospitality business, a developer envisioning a boutique cabin community, or a nature lover desiring a personal retreat with income possibilities, 1640, 1641, 1642, 1643 River Road offers endless opportunity in one of Western North Carolina’s most beloved destinations.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Central
  • Heat Pump
Laundry Features
  • In Bathroom
Mainlevelgarageyn
0

Square Footage And Levels

Above Grade Finished Area
3734
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Detached Garage
  • Parking Lot
  • Parking Space(s)
  • RV Access/Parking

Exterior Features

Construction Materials
  • Wood

Lot And Land

Lot Size Acres
8.5
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details
  • Crawl Space

Waterfront And View

View
  • Mountain(s)
Waterfront Features
  • Other - See Remarks

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Water Source
  • City

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
Hot Springs

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
R-A

Multi Unit Details

Total Number Of Units
3

Listed by Mary Liske (828-458-2308) · Looking Glass Realty AVL LLC (828-785-1488)

Location

Address
1640 1641 1642 River Road
City
Hot Springs, NC 28743
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Schools

Elementary
Unspecified
Middle
Unspecified
High
Unspecified

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