0 Shiners Rdg, Almond, NC 28702

PRIVATE, PREPARED & READY TO BUILD! This beautiful 2.44-acre unrestricted/undivided lot offers mountain views, privacy, and a significant head start on your mountain home. Located in the gated Fontana View community, the property features established paved roads leading to a wide, newly prepared driveway and homesite, providing easy access and an excellent building site. The seller has already invested in preparing the property, including selective tree removal to open up the mountain views while maintaining the natural wooded setting and privacy. Two-bedroom septic permit has been applied for. The property also adjoins U.S. Forest Service land, offering an incredible natural backdrop and additional privacy. Fontana View offers year-round access from Highways 28 and 74 and is ideally situated for enjoying the best of Western North Carolina. Less than 10 minutes to Fontana Marina and boat launch, rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, and the Appalachian Trail in Nantahala Gorge. Approximately 10 minutes to Tsali Recreation Area for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and boating. Just 15 minutes to Bryson City for dining, shopping, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, and tubing at Deep Creek. Approximately 30 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Harrah's Cherokee Casino, and the famous Tail of the Dragon. Asheville and the airport are about an hour away, with Atlanta and Charlotte approximately 2.5 hours away. If you've been waiting for a mountain property where the hard work has already begun, this one deserves a closer look. Bring your house plans and start building your Smoky Mountain getaway!