A handsome Equestrian estate located in Bald Rock. 3BR/3.5BA/4745SF Mission style mountain lodge on 6.55 acres overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. Built in 2006 and featuring rough log beams, soaring T&G ceilings, stacked stone floor-to-ceiling fireplace & natural light encompass this modern, rustic home. 3-Stall custom, top-of-the-line barn w/pastures & arena make this an equestrian lover's paradise. Bald Rock is a premier equestrian community just 10 minutes from Cashiers NC and 30 minutes from Highlands NC. The community and property boarders Panthertown National Forest, providing endless trails for horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking. Discover some of natures finest enchanted forests, waterfalls, views, and rock outcroppings right outside your door. Country Club of Sapphire Valley is just 5 minutes away and offers excellent golf and a full range of club amenities. The Bald Rock community attracts horse owners, outdoor lovers, golfers, and anyone who enjoys the beauty and cool temperatures of the Cashiers, Highlands mountains. It is a vivacious community with many community activities, events, and fun parties! Or if you are looking for peace and quiet, owning these beautiful peaceful 6.5 acres that adjoin Panthertown National Forest will afford plenty of privacy. If horses are not your thing, it is still an exceptional estate/family compound and the barn can easily be converted to a guest house. Ask Chip and Joanna Gaines...they've done it successfully several times:) Come see this property....it's a beauty!