Perched atop a flat ridge within the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, the homestead includes 3 separate residences, pristine pastoral land, equestrian facilities, and more.
Set amidst the Western North Carolina Appalachian chain, Beaumont Ridge Farm will auction next month in cooperation with listing agent Beth Townsend of McKee Properties, LLC. Listed for $14.5 million, the property will sell Without Reserve to the highest bidder. Bidding is scheduled to be held 15–21 November via our online marketplace, casothebys.com, allowing buyers to bid digitally from anywhere in the world.
“Beaumont Ridge Farm is an incredible multi-faceted estate and is a property that would be difficult to duplicate in today’s market. Naming your price for a property such as this is a limited opportunity for this area, and we are excited to partner with Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions to find the next owner of this truly exquisite home,” stated Beth Townsend, Listing Agent.
Designed by renowned architect Jim Fox and prestigiously selected as the 2014 Cashiers Designer Showhouse, this premier estate has only been improved upon since with extensive additions and renovations in every residence, bringing modern luxury to the picturesque and private property. Discover 40± acres of pristine pastoral land with a main house flanked by a two-bedroom guest house and additional two-bedroom bunk house. Soaring vaulted ceilings and incredible views can be found in each residence, acting as the perfect accent to exposed stone walls and rustic finishes befitting a luxury country inn. Across the entire property, breathtaking views of Laurel Knob and Cow Rock Mountains—a 1,400-foot stone edifice that combines to make the largest box canyon east of the Mississippi River—can be enjoyed. A new multi-discipline riding ring, four contiguous pastures, and a six-stall barn provide many opportunities for equestrians. Outbuildings, workshops, and garages ensure ample space for every hobby. When favorable weather calls, fish at Lake Glenville, along western North Carolina’s fabled fly-fishing trail, or in the trout-stocked pond on property, skeet shooting in the back pasture, or hike on the property's perimeter trails, all while pristine, lush landscaping and breath-taking views of Laurel Knob and Cow Rock Mountains paint a picture-perfect backdrop. With incredible entertaining spaces both indoors and out, host a gathering of any size that will wow the most discerning of guests.
“Beaumont Ridge has been the ultimate sanctuary for our family from the moment we set foot on this pristine property. There is no easy way to put into words both the comfort and freedom of being a part of this magnificent estate. The opportunities are endless, offering something for everyone in every season. Whether its’ family or friends, this place was created for memory making, blazing fires, strong drinks, and enjoying all that western North Carolina has to offer,” stated sellers, Charlie and Clare Crawford.
Additional features include approximately 8,000 square feet of living space; soaring vaulted ceilings with reclaimed hand-hewn beams; elegant Tennessee fieldstone water feature in entry foyer and antique Georgia barnwood accent walls and ceilings ; wood-burning fireplaces; sprawling wrap-around porch; multiple covered and uncovered outdoor entertaining areas; fully stocked trout pond; multiple outer stalls and several outbuildings; a 4-car garage, garden shed, and several workshops; and raised garden beds and extensive perennial flower gardens— all just 1 hour to Asheville Regional Airport, 2.5 hours to Atlanta, and 3 hours to Charlotte.
Beaumont Ridge Farm is available for showings daily 1–4PM by appointment and additionally available for private virtual showings.
As part of our Key for Key® giving program in partnership with Giveback Homes, the closing will result in a new home built for a family in need.
Agents will be compensated according to the information listed on the property page. See Auction Terms and Conditions for full details.