Tucked quietly into the heart of Black Forest bordering the Catawba River, this rare off-grid retreat offers a chance to experience mountain living in its purest form. Set within an exclusive 600-acre private community on Lake James with only 50 homesites, the cabin rests on 3 private acres of protected conservation land bordering the property-creating an extraordinary sense of privacy, peace, and connection to nature.

This could be your tiny house while you build your main building further up on the land or just come on down for the weekend like we do.

Designed with warmth and authenticity in mind, the cabin is wrapped in beautiful poplar bark siding crafted with natural woods throughout, giving the feel of a timeless woodland hideaway. The interior is cozy, inviting and intentionally simple-a place where mornings begin with birdsong and coffee on the screened porch, and evenings end beside the glow of sunset off the back porch.

Whether used as a weekend escape, creative retreat, or future mountain homestead, the property offers flexibility rarely found in such a protective setting. The cabin is currently off-grid, allowing for a simpler lifestyle close to nature, while still offering the opportunity to add a private well and septic system in the future if desired.

The homesite also provides additional building potential, with room for guest quarters, a studio, garage, workshop or expanded living space-all while maintaining the natural beauty and privacy that make Black Forest so special.

Surrounded by native hardwoods, mountain air, and quiet trails, this property feels worlds away while remaining part of one of the area's most unique and thoughtfully preserved developments.

Approximately 1/3 mile ( 5 minute walk ) from the cabin, a scenic walk through the community leads to Lake Camp, where a your own boat slip is included with the property. Enjoy easy access to the water for boating, kayaking, fishing, or simply relaxing along the shoreline while surrounded by the quiet beauty of the mountains.

This cabin is currently used as art day studio used by Marcus Thomas while his wife goes out and plays in the community.