Cub Creek Preserve is a rare ridge-top estate offering approximately 95 acres of privacy, scale, and long-range panoramic views. Set high along a scenic ridge, the property creates an immediate sense of retreat while offering substantial existing infrastructure for residential, agricultural, recreational, hospitality, or mission-driven use. The land features a compelling mix of open grass-fenced pastures, equestrian and livestock improvements, usable acreage, and elevated view corridors that make the setting feel both expansive and highly private.
At the heart of the property are extensive residential accommodations designed to support gatherings, extended stays, and flexible occupancy. The improvements include 8 guest bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, multiple meeting rooms, an exercise gym, a fire suppression system, full-house standby generator, and multiple wells. This combination of lodging capacity, meeting space, wellness-oriented amenities, and essential systems gives the property immediate functionality while preserving significant long-term upside for the next owner.
Outdoor improvements further distinguish Cub Creek Preserve. Grass-fenced pastures, a horse barn, livestock shelters, and a cross-country agility course provide a strong foundation for equestrian use, animal care, training, recreation, or event-style programming. The property’s acreage and topography offer room to roam, ride, gather, and enjoy the natural surroundings, while the ridge-top position delivers memorable views and a true destination feel.
The versatility of Cub Creek Preserve is one of its strongest attributes. Potential uses may include a private retreat, wellness or meditation destination, adult or teen camp concept, agility or performance training facility, equestrian-focused venue, group lodging property, or legacy estate holding. With infrastructure already in place for lodging, gatherings, agricultural use, and recreation, the property offers a head start for buyers seeking more than a conventional residence.
Cub Creek Preserve is ideal for those looking for acreage with purpose, privacy with usability, and improvements that support both personal enjoyment and broader vision. Properties of this scale, with this level of infrastructure and ridge-top setting, are increasingly difficult to find. Potential uses are subject to buyer verification and all applicable local approvals.
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$1,750,000
517 Cub Creek Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040
8beds
4,826sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
96.01 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Horse barnGrass-fenced pasturesOpen grass-fenced pasturesCross-country agility courseFull-house standby generatorLivestock sheltersExercise gym
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ronald Piccari ronpiccari1@gmail.com,
Coldwell Banker Advantage
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4394217
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 10
- Main level bedrooms: 8
Exercise room
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16' 0" X 25' 0"
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Multiple Locations
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,826
- Total interior livable area: 4,826 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,826
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 30
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 30
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Livestock Run In
- Fencing: Fenced,Electric
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 96.01 Acres
- Features: Pasture
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 1652726
- Zoning: mu
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
- Horse amenities: Arena, Barn, Equestrian Facilities, Pasture, Riding Trail, Stable(s), Tack Room, Wash Rack
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Power Lines
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Ellenboro
- Elevation: 1000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,748,400
- Annual tax amount: $35
- Date on market: 6/16/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,111/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+37.3%$363/sqft |
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| 7/26/2018 | Sold | $1,275,000+46.6%$264/sqft |
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| 12/1/2015 | Listing removed | $870,000$180/sqft |
Source: Century 21 First Realty, Inc. #NCM550565 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2015 | Listed for sale | $870,000+8.8%$180/sqft |
Source: Century 21 First Realty, Inc. #NCM550565 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2005 | Sold | $800,000$166/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $35 | $8,800 |
| 2016 | $35 | $8,800 +4.8% |
| 2013 | $35 | $8,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28040
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sunshine Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 6.1 mi
- 3/10East Rutherford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.1 mi
- 5/10East Rutherford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ellenboro
- Middle: East Rutherford
- High: East Rutherford
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- North Carolina
- Rutherford County
- Ellenboro
- 28040
- 517 Cub Creek Rd





