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Conservation Buyers
The Conservation Buyers Network links conservation-minded buyers with properties on the market that are under a lasting conservation agreement or will be placed under such an agreement at the time of sale.
This program enables community members who share our goal of protecting North Carolina's natural and rural landscape to actively participate in, and directly benefit from, land conservation. This program informs potential buyers of ecologically valuable properties for sale and provides the appropriate contact information.
If you are interested in a specific property listed here, please use the contact information in the listing to get more information. If you'd like to be contacted about future listings, please download and fill out a Conservation Buyer questionnaire.
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Conservation Properties for Sale
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Western North Carolina:
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Albone Branch retreat:
The Land Trust for the Little Tennessee (LTLT) is offering a fantastic conservation property for sale in western North Carolina.
This 35-acre property in Clay County is within two hours of Asheville, NC; Atlanta, G; and Chattanooga and Knoxville, TN. The secluded forested property is adjacent to US Forest Service lands and has more than 6,000 feet of stream frontage, including Albone Branch.
 The property also includes a rustic house, primitive cabin, barn with workshop and an excellent garden area. A conservation easement will conserve this special place from further development while allowing for the existing buildings to be maintained and replaced.
LTLT is asking $249,900 for this property. Contact Paul Carlson or Sharon Taylor at 828-524-2711.
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Ashe County Paradise:
This property consists of adjoining tracts located minutes from Todd, West Jefferson and Boone. It is near NC Nature Conservancy and NC Wildlife Resources Commission properties. This biological gem is protected by conservation easements held by CTNC, allowing limited construction of homes. From elevations up to 4,100 feet, this property offers perpetual privacy and breathtaking views of nearby Bluff Mountain, Three Top Mountain and The Peak. A small, 'off-the-grid' cabin is included with the 122.7-acre parcel.
Parcel #1: 60.6 acres, $306,500
Parcel #2: 62.1 acres, $371,900
Parcel #3: 122.7 acres, $425,000
Contact: Walt Petersen, Vincent Properties: 336-877-7807, walt@vincentproperties.com, or Rusty Painter, CTNC: 919-828-4199, rusty@ctnc.org
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The North Hill at Staurolite:
The North Hill at Staurolite is located just 10 minutes from the Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, NC. The design focuses on land preservation and watershed and open space protection, integrating the site’s ecological resources and home sites through conservation planning.
The seven south-facing lots have been sensitively located within the landscape to help protect the sites' natural resources and wildlife habitat. The home sites are designed in a traditional village-like setting and offer permanently protected vistas and beautiful mountain, woodland or meadow views, with lot prices between $99,000 and $149,000. Each lot is within walking distance to the community trail system and includes shared access roadways and wells, underground electric and deeded ownership, access and usage rights to the 40 +/- acres of conservation areas.
The North Hill at Staurolite is conveniently located just two hours from Atlanta and Athens, GA; Chattanooga and Knoxville, TN; and Asheville, NC. It is within close proximity to Lake Chatuge and other wonderful fishing and boating lakes, within one hour of the Ocoee (home to the 1996 Olympic whitewater trials) and Nantahala Rivers, close to the Appalachian Trail and the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests.
Contact: Kim Joris or Mary Jo Deck at 828-389-1367. To learn more about the conservation easement on this property, call Sharon Taylor, Land Trust for the Little Tennessee: 828-524-2711.
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Boles Conservation Property - McDowell County:
 This 33.6-acre forested tract has an elevation range of 1350 to 1750 ft. The property is ideal for a one-acre private home site nestled in the forest, where peacefulness and beauty of the Appalachian foothills abound. The sale is subject to a conservation easement held by Foothills Conservancy of NC, restricting uses and prohibiting subdivision. The tract is located on NC-80 near Lake Tahoma and adjoins U.S. Forest Service land. The Town of Marion and major highways (US70/US221) are conveniently located nearby, and the Blue Ridge Parkway is less than 10 miles away. To be priced pending placement of the easement.
Contact: Tom Kenney or Susie Hamrick Jones, Foothills Conservancy of NC: 828-437-9930
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Wolf Pen Mountain - McDowell County:
 Beautiful 107-acre tract on Wolf Pen mountain. Gently sloping up to a ridge with fantastic views to west. This property is perfect for a family compound or hunting preserve. Mature trees with streams on both borders. Part of this tract is included in the State Natural Habitat Area for Hickory Nut Mountain. Foothills Conservancy of NC wants to place an easement on this property. Asking price is $856,000.
Contact: Jim Hester, Lakes Edge Realty: 828-625-5254, or Andrew Kota, Foothills Conservancy of NC: 828-437-9930.
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