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265 Phillip Henderson Road

Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Active 452 days on market Listing ID CAR 272732603

$3,400,000

Est. $19,543/mo — See my rate

$1,012/Sq Ft

4 bd · 4 ba · 3,361 sqft · $1,012/sqft

4 Beds

4 Baths

3,361 Sq Ft

$1,012/Sq Ft

2003 Built

72.27 acres Single Family Residence Listed May 1, 2025 Updated Apr 7, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

Nestled on 72+ acres of rolling pasture at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this exceptional estate is a rare fusion of luxury, versatility, and breathtaking views. The primary residence offers 3,361 sqft of elegant living with three en-suite bedrooms, soaring 20 ft. ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, and a seamless connection to a private guest house via a charming breezeway.

Designed for entertaining and lifestyle flexibility, the estate features a stunning pool, hot tub, 2 covered pavilions, and expansive terraces. Mulltiple guest cabins, and 16 bay vintage-style garage and motorcoach-ready storage building—convertible to equestrian use. A separate event center with ballroom, bar, prep kitchen and outdoor pavilion adds limitless possibilities.

Above event center is another guest apartment/bridal suite. Whether you're a horse enthusiast, event host/entertainer, or car collector, this gated estate redefines private luxury living—just minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating: Heat Pump
Flooring: Carpet
Concrete
Laminate
Tile
Wood
Sqftmain: 3361
Roomcount: 1
Sqftlower: 0
Sqftthird: 0
Sqftupper: 0
Bedroommain: 3
Fullbathmain: 3
Halfbathmain: 0
Half Bathrooms: 0
Bedroomsecondlq: 1
Total Bathrooms: 4
Fullbathsecondlq: 1
Halfbathsecondlq: 0
Laundry Features: Utility Room
Laundry Room
Main Level
Multiple Locations
Other - See Remarks
Sqftunheatedmain: 460
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
Built-in Features
Garden Tub
Hot Tub
Open Floorplan
Pantry
Split Bedroom
Storage
Walk-In Closet(s)
Other - See Remarks
Mainlevelgarageyn: 1
Sqftunheatedlower: 0
Sqftunheatedthird: 0
Sqftunheatedtotal: 1080
Sqftunheatedupper: 0
Sqfttotalpropertyhla: 4357
Sqftunheatedbasement: 0
Sqftsecondlivingquarters: 620
Sqftsecondlivingquartershla: 996

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style: European
Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits

Square Footage And Levels

Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 3361
Below Grade Finished Area: 0

Parking And Garage

Carport Present: true
Parking Features: Attached Carport
Circular Driveway
Driveway
Electric Gate
Garage (Off Site)
Attached Garage
Detached Garage
Garage Door Opener
Garage Faces Front
Garage Faces Rear
Garage Faces Side
Garage Shop
Golf Cart Garage
RV Access/Parking
Other - See Remarks

Exterior Features

Roof: Architectural Shingle
Exterior Features: Fence
Hot Tub
In-Ground Irrigation
Construction Materials: Brick Full
Stone
Stone Veneer
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony
Covered
Deck
Patio
Side Porch
Terrace

Lot And Land

Fencing: Fenced
Partial
Lot Size Acres: 72.27
Lot Size Units: Acres
Horse Amenities: Pasture
Other - See Remarks
Other Structures: Auto Shop
Outbuilding
Workshop
Other - See Remarks

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details: Crawl Space

Waterfront And View

View: Long Range
Mountain(s)
Year Round

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Satellite Internet Available
Water Source: Well

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto: No City Taxes Paid

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification: M X

Pool And Spa

Pool Features: In Ground

Listed by Janet Austin (828-302-9763) · True North Realty (828-307-0099)

Location

Address: 265 Phillip Henderson Road
City: Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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Schools

Elementary: Unspecified
Middle: Unspecified
High: Unspecified

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