Nestled on more than 19 expansive acres at an elevation of 3,000 feet, this Barnardsville sanctuary offers the ultimate private mountain retreat in the heart of Big Ivy, just 20 minutes from Weaverville and 30 minutes from Asheville. Beautifully updated Arts and Crafts-inspired home features a grand open-concept living room with a soaring post-and-beam cathedral ceiling, loads of windows, and a stunning stone fireplace. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and a central cooktop island that flows seamlessly into a cozy dining area. Retreat to the luxurious second-floor primary suite, complete with vaulted ceilings, a private screened-in porch, and a spa-like bathroom featuring a freestanding soaking tub, double vanities, and a tiled step-in shower. Mountain views and nature encircle this special property- offering incredible outdoor living. Multiple stone patios offer gathering and dining areas along with a built-in firepit. The spring-fed pond with a private dock is the perfect spot for daytime fun, while the private hot tub and outdoor shower is ideal for bathing under the starry night sky. Adding to the property's immense charm is a separate rustic cabin studio-perfect for an artist's getaway or home office-equipped with a wood stove and a large deck overlooking the pond. With modern conveniences like a whole-house generator, radiant-heated floors, a tankless water heater, and wooded trails at your doorstep, this end-of-the-road estate is a rare jewel of mountain living.