181 Rice Lane, Marble, NC 28905

About this 3 bedroom 3 bath house

Escape to the joy of your own private and serene spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom chalet with beautiful year round MOUNTAIN VIEWS tucked away on nearly 4 wooded acres. This beautiful home is situated between Murphy and Andrews surrounded by National Forests rivers, lakes and offers close and easy access to all the heart healthy walking and thrill seeking mountain activities you could want for yourself and others. A long paved driveway winds through a picturesque canopy of pines and hardwoods, leading to a two car garage with generous parking. A convenient ramp provides easy access to the front porch. Step in through the elegant beveled glass front door into a light-filled living room with vaulted ceilings and sliding glass doors that open to the expansive back deck. Just beyond, a short hallway lined with built-in shelving leads to the impressive Great Room, soaring vaulted ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, stunning chalet windows, and three sets of sliding glass doors that frame the mountain views and overlooks the fenced backyard. The adjoining kitchen offers lots of cabinet and counter space, stainless steel appliances, a side entrance to the yard, and direct access to a commodious back deck. Conveniently, behind the Great Room are two main floor guest bedrooms, a full guest bathroom with a shower equipped with safety rails, and a laundry closet. Upstairs in the loft, the massive Master Suite overlooks the Great Room capturing breathtaking mountain views through the chalet windows and offers a private bathroom and attic access for additional storage. The extensive fully finished lower level is complete with heat and AC and provides exceptional flexibility with a large recreation room with luxury vinyl plank flooring, a full bathroom, walk in closet, lots of windows bringing in the light, and exterior access to the back yard. Outside is a detached two-car garage with shelving and lots of space. With no HOA and a new water heater installed in March 2026, this mountain property offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and year-round enjoyment. Come enjoy this peaceful beautiful home and friendly community of rural Western North Carolina.