2537 Gerton Highway

Gerton, NC 28735

Exceptional Creekside Mountain Retreat in Hickory Nut Creek A rare opportunity to own a beautifully landscaped creekside retreat where thoughtful craftsmanship, distinctive architecture and exceptional outdoor living come together. Nestled on .66 acres along Hickory Nut Creek and just 5 miles from Chimney Rock and Lake Lure this one-of-a-kind property offers a private mountain escape with an impressive collection of custom features and modern conveniences. Built in 2007, the residence showcases post and beam construction with SIP wall construction, creating a distinctive blend of character, durability and energy efficiency. Inside, warm Hardwoods and slate flooring, custom cabinetry, and granite countertops in the kitchen and bathroom create an inviting sophisticated mountain aesthetic. A wood burning stove adds warmth and ambiance, while a mini split-unit HVAC provides comfortable climate control. The home is designed to embrace the surrounding landscape. Step on to the 10’x 16’ covered front porch or make your way to the spectacular covered outdoor living area overlooking Hickory Nut Creek. Complete with wood burning pizza oven, this exceptional space is made for memorable evenings with friends and family, leisurely afternoons by the water, and enjoying the peaceful sounds of the creek. The beautifully landscaped grounds enhance the natural beauty of the property and provides multiple spaces for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment. There are even blueberry bushes, a pear tree and fig tree. A hot tub offers the perfect place to unwind, while a storage shed provide additional convenience. The property is offered fully furnished including a couch/murphy bed combo and window treatments, making it truly turnkey. The kitchen includes refrigerator and stove, with washer/dryer and up right freezer also included. Modern conveniences include Starlink internet and security cameras, while custom sliding wood barn door style security doors add both character and Peace of mind. A metal roof and commercial grade vinyl exterior provide long-term durability and easy maintenance. For added preparedness, the property includes a generator with wiring designed to maintain power to the refrigerator and freezer during outages. The dry walk-out basement provides exceptional storage capacity and additional flexibility rarely found in a home this size. Located approximately 5 miles from Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, with multiple hiking trailheads, this property place some of Western North Carolina’s most beautiful scenery and outdoor recreation within easy reach. Whether envisioned as a private mountain getaway, weekend retreat, full time residence, or turnkey vacation escape, this special property offers an extra ordinary combination of Creekside beauty, craftsmanship, privacy, outdoor living and convenience. Come Experience the Tranquility of Hickory Nut Creek and discover a mountain retreat unlike any other.

Listing courtesy of Mark White And Associates [email protected]


Listings courtesy of Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of {last_incremented_at}. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. ©2026 Canopy MLS.

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the “DMCA”) provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to [email protected]. “The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and email address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.

Last checked - 2026-09-18 11:39 AM UTC