Black Mountain
North CarolinaWelcome to Black Mountain
Black Mountain is located 15 miles from Asheville on the eastern edge of Buncombe County. It includes an artsy and eclectic walkable downtown, including delicious restaurants and coffee shops.
Featuring safe, family friendly neighborhoods with access to Lake Tomahawk, the hiking trails of Montreat, and mountainside getaways, Black Mountain has everything to offer.
Well known Foothills Local Meats opened a farm to table restaurant and butcher shop in the area this year. It features tons of outdoor seating and room for families to gather.
A few of our favorites in the area:
Dripolator Coffee House
Open Oven Cafe
Cousins Cuban Cafe
Local shops:
Element Tree Essentials
Lotion and a candle all-in-one! Simply light the candle, dip your finger in the melted wax, and apply the warm oil to your skin.
Living in Black Mountain may include learning to coexist with bears. Check out these tips on how to be “BearWise†at home and outdoors: www.Bearwise.org
BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711
Awaken to a breathtaking sunrise with long-range, southeast-facing panoramic views of the protected blue ridge mountains. This charming, witty, stylish, eccentric, and unique home welcomes you. Endless possibilities for a vacation rental, bug-out location, retreat property, weekend getaway, or homesteading. This custom-built, one-owner home has some special surprises built on historic land with a rich history which makes it a must-see! Incredible mountain views that literally can take your breath away, top-of-the-world privacy, and energy-efficient building practices are available to you, just 10 minutes to downtown Black Mountain and 30 minutes to Asheville. This mountain residence features open and functional living areas, a workshop and studio, expansive decking, a sunroom addition, a circular driveway, vaulted tongue and groove ceilings, a wood-burning stove, a clawfoot tub, and a roomy loft. Come see for yourself what perfect mountain living is like. Fresh spring water is here!
Homes for Sale in Black Mountain
192 Woodruff Lane $1,700,000 Subdivision: Creston  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||
| HIGH ABOVE IT ALL — A PRIVATE, SELF-SUFFICIENT MOUNTAIN ESTATE Welcome to 192 Woodruff Lane, set behind a coded gate in the Creston community of Black Mountain. This secluded estate offers room to breathe, privacy, and the independence that comes with being self-reliant. The property includes a main residence and a separate three-bedroom guest cottage, ideal for extended family, guests, or additional living space. A whole-home backup generator, private well, and propane infrastructure support an off-the-grid-ready lifestyle. The main residence offers 3,000 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 2 additional bonus rooms, and 2 baths on [4.11] acres, with expansive windows overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, an open floor plan, coffered ceilings, a stone fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, a JennAir gas range, commercial hood, and large center island. Whether you want a luxury mountain getaway, a multi-generational family compound, or a prepper-friendly property, this estate combines comfort, seclusion, and self-sufficiency. Just 24 miles from Asheville, it feels worlds away while keeping modern conveniences within reach. Creston also offers miles of hiking trails, waterfalls, and protected conservation land. OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE. SELLER WILL CONSIDER ALL OFFERS. When the world gets hectic, wouldn’t it be nice to have a place to retreat to? | Basic Information
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 | Listing courtesy of: WNC Real Estate Partners - 865-308-6190 The data relating to real estate on this Web site derive in part from the North Carolina Mountain Multiple Listing Services, Inc. IDX program. Brokers make an effort to deliver accurate information, but buyers should independently verify any information on which they will rely in a transaction. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither Alexandra Schrank nor any listing broker shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints, and they shall be held totally harmless from any damages arising from reliance upon this data. This data is provided exclusively for consumer -- personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties they may be interested in purchasing. © 2026 North Carolina Mountain Multiple Listing Services, Inc. Data updated November 12, 2026. |
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