246 Sweetwater Rd

Mills River, NC 28759

$1,450,000
Price
5
Beds
4,835 Sq. Ft.
$300 / Sq. Ft.
4,835
Sq. Ft.
$300
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Gracefully positioned in Mills River, this beautiful mountain residence captures stunning, long-range views that stretch endlessly across layered blue horizons. From the moment you enter the dramatic foyer, the home reveals a sense of scale and warmth designed for entertaining and everyday comfort. The home is being used as a short-term rental. The expansive living room is anchored by a striking fieldstone fireplace, complemented by soaring beamed ceilings and rich hardwood floors. Direct access...Gracefully positioned in Mills River, this beautiful mountain residence captures stunning, long-range views that stretch endlessly across layered blue horizons. From the moment you enter the dramatic foyer, the home reveals a sense of scale and warmth designed for entertaining and everyday comfort. The home is being used as a short-term rental. The expansive living room is anchored by a striking fieldstone fireplace, complemented by soaring beamed ceilings and rich hardwood floors. Direct access to the side screened porch invites seamless indoor-outdoor living, where cool mountain breezes and panoramic vistas create an unforgettable backdrop. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features a generous island, sunny breakfast area, adjoining dining room and an ample walk-in pantry, ideally suited for gatherings large and small. Just beyond, a delightful sunroom wrapped in windows offers breathtaking views and opens to an adjoining deck, ideal for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat. The lower level enhances the home’s versatility with a recreation room, fireplace, kitchenette and additional bedroom, while an unfinished workshop offers abundant potential. A large three-car garage and circular drive complete this exceptional offering.
  1. Listed by Marilyn Wright • Premier Sotheby’s International Realty • 828-279-3980

Property Details for 246 Sweetwater Road

Architectural Style
Arts and Crafts
View
Long Range, Mountain(s)
Parking Features
Basement, Attached Garage
Subdivision Name
Windsong Hills
LISTING UPDATED: 03/05/2026 10:38 AM

Property Details for 246 Sweetwater Road

StatusActive
MLS #4346764
Days on Market21
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
Lot Size1.75 AC / 76,230 SF
CountyHenderson County
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Location

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Building Information for 246 Sweetwater Road

Stories-Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size1.75 AC / 76,230 SF

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$7,215 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,037

Property Taxes

$178

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 246 Sweetwater Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.604045
  • Latitude: 35.378737
  • Directions: From I-40, use the left lane to take exit 46A for i-26E toward US-74 E Hendersonville/Spartanburg. Go 9.4 miles. Take the exit toward NC-280 W, Use any lane to turn slightly right onto NC-280 W, go 6.4 miles. Turn right onto Sweetwater Road. Go 1.5 miles, house will be on the right.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $494,500.00
  • Parcel Number: 9943329
  • City Taxes Paid To: Mills River
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Rugby
  • High School: West
  • Elementary School: Mills River
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3563.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1272.0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 779
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1988
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1575
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 4835.0
  • Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Filtration System, Refrigerator
  • Levels: Two
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Upper Level
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Recreation Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Bedroom Basement: 1
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Upper: 3
  • Full Bath Basement: 1
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 2
  • Half Bath Basement: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 14.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Sunroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Types: Recreation Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 11
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 12
  • Room Types: Office
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 13
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 14
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 246 Sweetwater Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4346764

$1,450,000—
Apr 15, 2020

Closed

CANOPY #3554062

$425,000—
Apr 13, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #667424713

$425,000—
Mar 1, 2020

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3554062

—
Sep 26, 2019

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3554062

$495,000—
Sep 25, 2019

Expired

CANOPY #3458932

$495,000—
Dec 14, 2018

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3458932

$525,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/04/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4346764

$1,450,000
04/15/2020

Closed

CANOPY #3554062

$425,000
04/13/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #667424713

$425,000
03/01/2020

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3554062

—
09/26/2019

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3554062

$495,000
09/25/2019

Expired

CANOPY #3458932

$495,000
12/14/2018

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3458932

$525,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 246 Sweetwater Road

Taxable ValueLand$81,000Additions$413,500Total$494,500
Tax Record2024$2,131 ($178 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,855 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,768 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,087 SqFtStories2Lot Size76,230 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978Zoning9943329~MR-MUCountyHENDERSONAPN9621529210Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 246 Sweetwater Road

This home is within Henderson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mills River Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Rugby Middle
Public - 6 to 8
West Henderson High
Public - 9 to 12
Henderson County Career Academy
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mills River Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Rugby Middle
Public6 to 8

West Henderson High
Public9 to 12

Henderson County Career Academy
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 246 Sweetwater Road, Mills River, NC 28759

246 Sweetwater Road is a single family home for sale in Mills River, NC 28759. This property was listed for sale on March 4, 2026 by Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 21 days and was last sold on April 15, 2020. This listing's school district is Henderson County School District. Nearby schools include Mills River Elementary, Rugby Middle and West Henderson High. 246 Sweetwater Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 4,835 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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