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3beds 3baths 2,594sq ft 2.26acres

24 Merriwood Trail · Arden, NC 28704

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A rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind, artisan-built home where sustainable living meets natural beauty. Tucked into the landscape of the Riverwind subdivision, this 2,594 sq ft two-story residence is a showcase of traditional timber frame joinery and thoughtful craftsmanship. Remarkably, nearly every piece of wood in the home was harvested directly from the land it stands on.
The natural poplar bark siding, exposed timber frame structure, hardwood floors, and custom-built closets were all milled from trees felled on the property itself, a level of intentionality rarely seen in residential construction. The result is a home that is genuinely of its place, with a warmth and authenticity no showroom material could replicate.
Inside, the open-concept main level is bathed in natural light through walls of oversized wood-framed casement windows, with polished concrete floors, a chef's kitchen with generous counter space, and a wood stove that anchors the living area. The soaring exposed beam ceilings and hand-fitted joinery tell the story of the land in every room, creating an interior that feels both earthy and refined.
The upper level offers multiple bedrooms, generous closet space, and treehouse-like views into the surrounding canopy. Outside, the 2.26-acre property features lush perennial gardens, mature plantings, a flagstone patio, and open pasture. The grounds offer ample room for additional structures, the next owner exceptional flexibility to expand and personalize the property.
This home was built with genuine intention toward sustainable living. A passive solar Trombe wall works quietly alongside the rooftop solar panels to regulate interior temperatures naturally, minimizing heating demands and keeping energy bills impressively low year-round. This property offers clean air, good bones, and a home that is truly rooted in the land it was built from. Please no drive bys.
Trails in Riverwind for direct access to Blue Ridge Parkway/Bent Creek, ask agent for more info.

Features & Amenities

Living Area2,594 Sq.Ft.
Bedrooms3
Baths3
HeatingHeat Pump, Wood Stove, Other - See Remarks
CoolingCentral Air, Other - See Remarks
FlooringConcrete, Cork
FireplaceLiving Room
AppliancesDishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water
Interior FeaturesAttic Stairs Pulldown, Built-in Features, Drop Zone, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
LaundryUtility Room, Laundry Room
Virtual TourOpen Virtual Tour
StylePost and Beam
Year Built2007
ConstructionWood, Other - See Remarks
RoofArchitectural Shingle
FoundationSlab
ParkingDriveway
StatusActive
Lot Size2.26 Acres
Lot FeaturesCrops, Orchard(s), Pasture, Private, Wooded, Other - See Remarks
SubdivisionRiverwind
CountyBUNCOMBE
Property TypeResidential
Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
Last UpdatedOct 9, 2026
SewerSeptic Installed
Water SourceWell
HOAYes — $600 / year
HOA ManagementRiverwind HOA
ElementaryAvery's Creek/Koontz Elementary School
MiddleValley Springs Middle School
HighT.C. Roberson High School
Presented By: Appalachian Realty Associates; duckfat@ioa.com

Location

Property boundary from county GIS

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Pricing History

DateEventPriceChange
Oct 9, 2026 Price Reduced $1,395,000 → $1,295,000 ▾ $100,000 (7.2%)

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