Escape to the wooded foothills of western North Carolina with 2.13 acres in Doe Mountain Estates. This steep, forested property sits between approximately 1,730 and 1,820 feet elevation, creating the kind of peaceful mountain setting that feels far removed from busy city life. With paved access from Black Powder Ct or Turkey Trl, the property offers a natural setting for a future home, mountain getaway, or private retreat.
You’ll be surrounded by some of the region’s best outdoor destinations. North Wilkesboro is approximately 20–25 minutes away, Wilkesboro about 25–30 minutes, and Boone roughly 50 minutes. Stone Mountain State Park is about 25–30 minutes away, offering hiking, waterfalls, trout fishing, horseback riding, and camping, while the Blue Ridge Parkway is roughly 25–35 minutes away.
McGrady offers a slower, rural lifestyle where wooded hills, mountain roads, wildlife, and open spaces define the surroundings. Wilkes County is also actively planning for future land use, infrastructure, environmental protection, and responsible development, while local economic-development efforts continue to attract investment and new jobs. This combination makes the area appealing to buyers who want mountain living without being completely disconnected from nearby communities.
Because of the property’s steep wooded terrain, buyers should verify buildability, driveway requirements, septic and well feasibility, utilities, setbacks, and recorded subdivision restrictions before purchasing. Doe Mountain Estates has had varying restrictions reported on different listings, so property-specific documents should be reviewed rather than assumed. If your idea of home feels like quiet mornings among the trees and evenings surrounded by mountain air, this McGrady property offers a beautiful place to start.
Property Details:
Assessor's Parcel Number: 1205765
Property Address: Black Powder Ct, McGrady, NC 28649
County, State: Wilkes, NC
Subdivision: Doe Mountain Estates Phase 2
Lot Number: Lot 40
Legal Description: Doe Mtn Estates 2 Lt 40 (See deed attached for complete legal description)
Parcel Size: 2.13 acres
Terrain Type: Steep Slope, Wooded
Elevation: 1730 ft - 1820 ft
Access To Property: Access via Black Powder Ct or Turkey Trl.
Road Type: Paved
GPS Coordinates (Center): 36.31960, -81.22905
GPS Coordinates (4 corners):
36.3202, -81.2299 N1 (road frontage)
36.3203, -81.2296 N2 (road frontage)
36.3199, -81.2283 E
36.3192, -81.2292 S