For Sale $1,500,000
Discover River Lodge Retreat, an established short-term rental property in the heart of Hot Springs, NC, offering a rare blend of income, expansion opportunity, and mountain tranquility. Spanning +/-8.5 private acres along the French Broad River, this property includes three furnished, income-producing cabins—each thoughtfully updated and surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. Beyond the existing rentals, multiple build sites invite future growth. One riverfront site already has its own address, septic system, and power in place, ready for a new cabin or luxury riverside retreat. At the top of the property, multiple flat wooded sites provide easy access from an existing road—ideal for additional vacation rentals, a campground, or a private owner’s residence overlooking the valley and river below. This property is located just minutes from downtown Hot Springs, known for its natural hot mineral springs, charming shops, restaurants, and direct access to the Appalachian Trail. Guests return year-round to enjoy hiking, kayaking, fishing, and soaking in the area’s rich natural beauty. With a strong rental history and positive cash flow, River Lodge Retreat is a proven performer with exceptional potential to expand. Whether you’re an investor seeking a turnkey hospitality business, a developer envisioning a boutique cabin community, or a nature lover desiring a personal retreat with income possibilities, 1640, 1641, 1642, 1643 River Road offers endless opportunity in one of Western North Carolina’s most beloved destinations.
| List Price: | $1,500,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 6 |
| Type: | Portfolio |
| Parking: | Detached Garage, Parking Lot, Parking Space(s), RV Access/Parking |
| MLS Number: | CAR4318441 |
| Subdivision: | none |
| Year Built: | 2015 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 11-12-2025 | Listed | $1,500,000 | N/A |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Hot Springs Elementary School | 1 miles | KG-05 | 7 |
| Brush Creek Elementary School | 8 miles | KG-05 | 7 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 1640, 1641, 1642 River Road, Hot Springs NC | 0 mi | $1,500,000 | days | |
| 34 & 76 Lodge Cabin Lane, Hot Springs NC | 0.5 mi | $550,000 | days | |
| 450 Berry Wills Road, Hot Springs NC | 0.7 mi | $334,900 | days | |
| 60 Stamey Drive, Hot Springs NC | 0.8 mi | $349,000 | days | |
| 227 Lawson Street, Hot Springs NC | 0.9 mi | $499,000 | days | |
| 196 & 204 Lawson Street, Hot Springs NC | 1 mi | $2,825,000 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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A Courtesy Listing Provided By Looking Glass Realty AVL LLC
1640, 1641, 1642 River Road, Hot Springs NC is a ft2 on a 8.500 acres Appraisal lot. This is for $1,500,000. This has 6 bedrooms, baths, and was built in 2015.
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