Lot 23 Bear Track Lane

35+ acres bordering the majestic Pisgah National Forest, Lot 23 on Bear Track Lane presents an unrivaled mountain escape within the exclusive Austin Creek community, between Blowing Rock and Lenoir, NC. Follow the cul-de-sac to the top of the ridge to discover a pristine building site where your back door neighbors are the thousands of protected acres of National Forest; here, you can design your dream retreat surrounded by a native landscape of towering chestnut oaks, wild rhododendron, mountain laurel, and delicate spring dogwoods." With some tree clearing a beautiful view of the Brushy Mountains will open up. This lush Blue Ridge Mountain property balances rugged natural beauty with key infrastructure, featuring a paved street from the gates to the lot, a roughed-in driveway and a certified 3-bedroom septic perc site. Electric lines are buried to the front of the lot. Minimum square footage is 1,600 sq ft HLA. Short term rentals (six months or less) are prohibited. Choose from several stunning vantage points to build your dream retreat, surrounded by beautiful native flora and fascinating local wildlife.

Peacefully secluded Austin features 10-35 acre lots. Just 12 miles from downtown Blowing Rock, this heaven-on-earth offers a laid-back mountain lifestyle with immediate hiking access, making it perfect for custom mountain homes. Enjoy mother nature's beauty in every season: Spring - Bright green buds popping out across the valley and the flowering dogwood tree blooming under the forest canopy. Summer - Cooling dusk temperatures as fireflies dart about and honeysuckle scent wafts across your porch. Fall - Crisp crimson leaves and mountain air all about. Winter - Cardinals flitting about after a fresh snowfall. Buy fresh produce, flowers, mushrooms, cheese and more at the Farmers' Markets. Savor fresh mountain trout at the superb restaurants in nearby Blowing Rock. Your mountain lifestyle awaits!