READY TO GROW! One-of-a-Kind 43.37+/- acre organic farm with breathtaking, long-range mountain views, gentle topography and 2 state-of-the-art, fully automated light deprivation greenhouses.
Located at the Gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains in historic Old Fort, this turn-key operation includes 2 - 35’ x 120’ light deprivation greenhouses fully equipped with 2 - 200 Amp/3-phase electrical service, raised beds, irrigation systems, grow lighting, 550 gallon pump-driven water tanks, 4 dehumidifiers and full remote control for all critical functions with capacity to grow all year long. Other structures include: a metal processing warehouse with concrete floors, 4 drains, and 2 - 12 FT roll-up doors; a clear span steel warehouse with 12 FT concrete slab, 4 - 12 FT roll-up doors, 2 temperature controlled rooms for drying & processing and LED overhead lighting; a propagating hoop house; custom built wood frame tool barn, and a pole barn - perfect for storing machinery.
Previously used as a licensed hemp farm (2017 - 2021), the land has been continually cover cropped to build soil health. Current owner diligently practices regenerative organic, bio-dynamic, no till farming. This unique property features scenic terrain overlooking Hickory Nut Mountain & includes numerous potential home sites, Crooked Creek frontage and streams deep enough for irrigation.
Privacy abounds yet offers close proximity to local amenities and neighboring towns (15 mins. to Black Mountain and 30 mins. to Asheville). Southwest portion of the property, along Crooked Creek, is located in the 100 year flood plain.
Please do not disturb owner. Contact listing agent for more information and all showing requests (48 hour required notice). Listing agent must accompany all showings.
Directions: From Asheville, take I-40 East to second Old Fort exit #73. Turn right on Bat Cave Road. Go 2.5 miles and turn left onto Silvers Welch Road. Go 1 mile to the property. Property located on the right.