Island Ford Rd , Laurel Springs, NC 28644(Ashe County)

Land isnt a passing purchase. Its permanence. When you buy natural land with water and river access, youre buying a promisea promise that your children and their children will always have a place to explore, to fish, to wade, to paddle, and to walk under the trees. This land in Ashe County delivers that promise. It comes with its own small spring-fed creek inside the boundaries, plus deeded rights to a rare reserved river parcel along the South Fork of the New River. That means you dont just own landyou own permanent access to one of North Carolinas most treasured rivers. And because this property has no HOA and no restrictions, you own it in the truest sense.

Picture it: 3.2 wooded acres resting at 2,872 feet, where fresh mountain air greets you each morning and the sound of water trickles gently through the land. The terrain is sloped and natural, a wooded mountain parcel that feels raw and steady. Located near the quiet town of Laurel Springs, the property balances privacy with convenience. Charlotte is just a couple of hours away, close enough for family visits but far enough that this still feels like your own private retreat.

This isnt a place to try out land ownership. Its a place to hold with pride. No restrictions mean you decide its futurewhether you keep it as a family retreat, build one day, or simply hold it as a legacy investment to pass down. But what truly sets this property apart is the river connection. Most landowners in Ashe County can only dream of owning rights to the South Fork of the New River. Here, you own 3.2 acres plus permanent deeded access to a reserved riverfront parcel, giving you a private connection to fishing, kayaking, or simply sitting at the waters edge. This is not direct frontageits better. Its secured, reserved river access that cant be replicated or taken away.

The access to the land itself is dependable. You can enter from Island Ford Road, a state-maintained road that offers stability and reliability year-round. Or you can take the right-of-way dirt road that runs alongside, giving you a private alternative route. Power and internet are located nearby if you ever choose to connect, and a well and septic system would be needed for long-term use. With an unrestricted deed, the choice is entirely yours. This isnt a property with conditionsits a property with freedom.

What makes this land rare cannot be replaced. Inside your property is a trickling spring-fed creek, a small but timeless source of water. Beyond your boundary lies the crown jewelthe reserved river parcel on the South Fork. That means permanent, deeded rights to a parcel along one of the oldest rivers in the world, a river that runs north through the Blue Ridge. Imagine summers where your family launches kayaks, afternoons spent fishing in quiet pools, or simply knowing that you have a private stretch of river access that belongs to you. Very few properties in Ashe County come with this benefit. Its not just scenicits irreplaceable.

Beyond the land itself, the location ties everything together. Laurel Springs, your nearest town, offers quiet charm and everyday convenience. The Blue Ridge Parkway, famous for its endless mountain views, is just a short drive away. The towns of Jefferson and West Jefferson bring dining, art, and Appalachian culture when you want community. State parks and trails surround you, giving you opportunities to hike, camp, and experience the mountains. But the greatest treasure of all is knowing that no matter how much the world changes, your family will always have this place to return tothe creek inside, the woods around you, and the river just down the road.

The numbers are straightforward: $45,799 cash, or $9,799 down with $635.50/month for 84 months. If youre planning for the long term and ready to move with confidence, these terms make it simple to put your name on the deed. Theres no doc fee, annual taxes are $75, and closing is attorney-guided for a smooth, secure transfer. APN: 09334112027.

When you hold unrestricted land with a creek and deeded New River access, you hold more than propertyyou hold permanence. This isnt an HOA lot with rules and limits. Its not a temporary campsite or a vacation rental. Its stability. Its pride. Its freedom in its purest form. Its a place you can point to and say, This is ours. For your children, your grandchildren, and their children, this land will be waiting. The creek will still flow. The South Fork will still run strong. And your family will still have a place that belongs to them.

Here are the quick facts:

Location: Ashe County, NC near Laurel Springs

Size: 3.2 acres

Terrain: Sloped, wooded, 2,872 feet elevation

Water: Small spring-fed creek inside the property

Highlight: Deeded rights to a reserved riverfront parcel on the South Fork of the New River (not direct frontage)

Access: Two entry pointsIsland Ford (state-maintained road) and a ROW dirt road

Utilities: Power and internet nearby; well and septic needed

Restrictions: Noneunrestricted deed, no HOA

Annual Taxes: $75

Price: $45,799 cash or $9,799 down and $635.50/month for 84 months

APN: 09334112027

This is not just dirt. Its water, woods, and freedom that never lose value. Its your familys name on the deed, today and for generations. Parcels like thisunrestricted, with a creek and permanent reserved New River accessare incredibly rare in Ashe County. When they appear, they dont stay available for long.

Call us today to secure this property. Dont wait until it becomes someone elses legacy. This land is ready for your name, your story, your permanence.

State: NC

County: Ashe

Zip: 28644

Size: 3.2 acres

Apn: 09334112027

Legal Description: Lot 27 as shown on a Plat of "The Sanctuary" which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 5, at Page 146-A

Lat/Long Coordinates:

Nw: 36.439999, -81.381333

Ne: 36.440010, -81.381131

Sw: 36.438682, -81.382035

Se: 36.438846, -81.380922

Elevation: 2872 feet

Annual Taxes: Approx. $75 per year

Zoning: Residential Property, Recreational Property, Hunting Land

Flood Zone: No

HOA/POA: No

Improvements: No improvements done.

Access: Paved Road

Water: Will need to install a Well

Sewer: Will need to install a Septic System

Utilities: Electric, Internet

Owner Financing:

- $9799 down (plus the non refundable doc fee of $0)

$9799 down $635.50/Mo for 84 months (plus prorated taxes and note maintenance fee)