41362 Mountain View Church Road , Albemarle, NC 28001(Stanly County)

330 acres of permanently protected NC wilderness & pasture land form this rare breathtaking estate, donated to the Three Rivers Land Trust to preserve biodiversity & heritage. The land includes over 300 acres of hardwood & pine forest, 13 acres of fenced pasture, 30 acres of hay fields & four natural stocked ponds, all connected by a private trail system ideal for hiking, riding & wildlife observation. The residence is a full-brick, custom-built home, thoughtfully tucked well away from the road & private. Equestrian amenities include a 3-to-5-stall barn & a 100' x 250' arena, supported by several outbuildings & workshop spaces. A second private building envelope (2nd home needs extensive renovations or replacement) provides the opportunity for a guesthouse, retreat or multigenerational expansion. Located near Badin town center, a regional airport, Morrow Mountain State Park & the waters of Badin Lake, this estate offers ecological purpose, privacy & a lasting legacy of stewardship.