Wow! What a piece of Little Switzerland history this is! I sure hope whomever buys this appreciates its history and rustic nature. This cabin was built in 1931 by a local craftsman, W. R. Hollifield. It is located on one acre in Little Switzerland, North Carolina. This little cabin has stood watch over the Blue Ridge Mountains for nearly a century. The first owner was Arnold McKinney, a member of one of the area’s long established mountain families. In 1937 the cabin passed to Dr. Charles F. Sayles. This was when Little Switzerland started its reputation as a mountain retreat for professionals and summer visitors. This has such an amazing setting, perched on the mountainside with sweeping views, the cabin still retains its rustic charm. Inside the cabin features exposed hand hew logs, some still with bark attached, wide plank floors, massive stone fireplace and a great porch overlooking the mountains. The massive stone retaining wall has an embedded photograph, believed to commemorate the builder or an early owner. What a piece of history this is. One bedroom and one bathroom. $400,000
Contact Wendy Sue Smith with ENRG Global Realty: [email protected]
From the Zillow listing:
A truly remarkable piece of history, this log home stands as a living museum in the heart of Little Switzerland, North Carolina. Built in 1931 by W. R. Hollifield, the home was first owned by Arnold McKinney until 1937, when it was purchased by Dr. C. F. Sayles, who cherished the property through 1949, Then his widow sold it in 1962. There it became the beloved residence of Jack and Peggy Brown, who lived there until their passing, further deepening the home’s legacy as a place of long-term stewardship and memory. The property has remained within a connected lineage of care, ultimately passing to the current seller through family inheritance following his mother’s passing. Rich with nearly a century of history, this residence offers a rare opportunity to own a preserved piece of Appalachian heritage in scenic Little Switzerland, North Carolina.
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