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26 Cook Lane

Mills River, NC 28759

Active 312 days on market Listing ID CAR 286700845

$5,000,000

Est. $28,742/mo See my rate

$598/Sq Ft

7 bd · 6 ba · 8,359 sqft · $598/sqft

7 Beds
6 Baths
8,359 Sq Ft
$598/Sq Ft
2003 Built
30.02 acres Single Family Residence Listed Sep 18, 2025 Updated Jun 26, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

A Legacy Southern Estate Nestled in the idyllic Mills River Valley, this 30-acre estate captures the essence of Southern elegance with a touch of timeless romance. Shaded by a grove of ancient white oaks, the residence evokes the grandeur of a historic manor, blending refined architecture with the serenity of pastoral landscapes. Inside, a chef’s kitchen opens to a dramatic living room anchored by a bespoke fireplace mantel, setting the stage for elegant entertaining.

French doors invite you outdoors, where rolling meadows, a charming cottage garden, and a shimmering one-acre stocked pond create a setting of unrivaled beauty. At the heart of the property stands a reimagined barn, now transformed into a sophisticated wedding and event venue. With its graceful proportions and rustic-luxe design, it offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable celebrations under vaulted ceilings and soft ambient light.

Whether hosting candlelit dinners by the water, welcoming guests to a sunset soirée under the oaks, or retreating into the quiet rhythm of country life, this estate offers a lifestyle steeped in charm.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Forced Air
  • Heat Pump
  • Natural Gas
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Wood
Sqftmain
3254
Roomcount
10
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
2905
Sqftgarage
627
Bedroommain
1
Bedroomupper
3
Fullbathmain
1
Halfbathmain
1
Fullbathupper
3
Halfbathupper
0
Half Bathrooms
2
Bedroombasement
3
Total Bathrooms
8
Fullbathbasement
2
Halfbathbasement
1
Laundry Features
  • Laundry Room
  • Main Level
  • Sink
Interior Features
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Kitchen Island
  • Pantry
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
Mainlevelgarageyn
1
Sqftunheatedtotal
0
Fireplace Features
  • Family Room
  • Gas Log
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
8359

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • French Provincial

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • Two
Above Grade Finished Area
6159
Below Grade Finished Area
2200

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Circular Driveway
  • Driveway
  • Attached Garage

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Exterior Features
  • Other - See Remarks
Construction Materials
  • Fiber Cement

Lot And Land

Fencing
  • Fenced
Lot Features
  • Cleared
  • Level
  • Pasture
  • Pond(s)
  • Private
Lot Size Acres
30.02
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • Basement Garage Door
  • Finished
  • Storage Space
  • Walk-Out Access
  • Walk-Up Access
Foundation Details
  • Basement

Waterfront And View

View
  • Long Range
  • Mountain(s)

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Cable Available
  • Electricity Connected
  • Natural Gas
Water Source
  • City

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
Mills River
Proposedspecialassessmentyn
0

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
MR-30

Listed by Nancy Witek (828-553-4340) · Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Fletcher (828-484-3130)

Location

Address
26 Cook Lane
City
Mills River, NC 28759
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Schools

Elementary
Mills River
Middle
Rugby
High
West Henderson

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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