1724 Swaringen Rd., Traphill, NC 28685

Nestled within the Appalachian Mountains, this contemporary 5,000-square-foot custom home with four bedrooms and four baths exudes comfortable elegance with breathtaking views from nearly every vantage point. Sustainable aspects include expansive glass panels for ventilation, resulting in economical heat gain during the winter, and each exterior wall incorporates 2-by-6 lumber for added insulation. Recent updates include exterior painting and a whole-house generator installed. Approach is a gated, three-quarter-mile-long aggregate driveway. Ideal setting for an urban escape, hobby farm, vineyard or full-time residence.