Perched on an Idaho cliff, a mountain compound tops this week’s most popular homes, alongside an off-grid haven and cavern bunker.
It’s all about location, location, location for two newly built mountain cabins perched atop a cliff outcropping in Idaho that have just hit the market.
Located on 3.06 acres in Stanley, where "snowmobiling, hiking, and mountain biking adventures begin right outside your door," the property has climbed its way to the top of the week’s most popular homes list. It is availble for $2,995,000.
The sleek residences are surrounded by sweeping views of the Stanley Basin, the Sawtooth Mountains, Valley Creek, and the Salmon River. They come with "direct access to vast stretches of surrounding wilderness."
A primary 900-square-foot cabin features a vaulted wood ceiling, wood-burning stove, heated flooring, modern kitchen, full bathroom, and sleeping loft.
The secondary structure has a loft and wraparound deck. It also offers flexible space that could be used for guest accommodations, a studio, home office, or fitness center.
Just minutes from downtown Stanley, the gated property also borders 465,000 acres of National Forest land.
Other properties grabbing attention this week include an off-grid earth-bermed home in Colorado, an affordable waterfront point-lot cottage in Virginia, and an 8-acre retreat with 60,000 square feet of underground caverns in Tennessee.
10. 5 Park Ave, Yakima, WA
Price: $655,000
Why it’s here: This art deco-style residence located in the Barge-Chestnut Historic District features many original architectural details.
Built in 1940, the five-bedroom home has curved lines, glass-block accents, hardwood floors, and oversized windows. A cozy living room has a fireplace and built-ins. An updated kitchen has stone countertops, custom wood cabinetry, and a curved breakfast nook. The lower level with a second living area and fireplace could be used for multigenerational living.
A roof deck was designed for entertaining.
Chris Gordy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is the listing agent.
Art deco residence in Yakima, WA (Realtor.com) 9. 115 N 2nd West St, Green River, WY
Price: $149,900
Why it’s here: This fixer-upper sustained substantial damage from a fire in 2024, but it offers incredible canyon views and could be transformed into a dream home for a motivated investor seeking a project.
Sitting on a double lot, the five-bedroom residence does have some undamaged space showing its potential. Original woodwork, exposed brick, custom millwork, and stained glass remain intact. There is also a detached two-car garage.
It is being sold as is.
Nick Mende of High Country Realty is the listing agent.
Fixer-upper with canyon views in Green River, WY (Realtor.com) 8. 4941 Route 100, Westfield, VT
Price: $500,000
Why it’s here: This 46.21-acre homestead of “versatile land” has a primary residence, a separate guesthouse, and 2,800 feet of frontage along the Missisquoi River.
Built in 2004, the 4,450-square-foot riverfront retreat features wood-paneled walls, ceilings, and floors. It has a “full grid-tied solar power system,” an outdoor wood boiler system, a modern kitchen, a second canning kitchen, a wood-burning stove, and a separate one-bedroom apartment.
Outdoors, you'll find greenhouses, irrigated raised gardens, a poultry coop, fruit plantings, and a guesthouse with a separate entrance.
April Lane of Century 21 Farm & Forest is the listing agent.
46.21-acre homestead in Westfield, VT (Realtor.com) 7. 12807 Road 41 9, Mancos, CO
Price: $330,000
Why it’s here: It’s an off-grid earth-bermed home nestled on 8.04 buildable acres surrounded by breathtaking views of Mancos Valley, Mesa Verde, and Sleeping Ute Mountain.
Located minutes from Jackson Lake and National Forest land, this unique 520-square-foot dwelling features a lower level with an adobe bench, a Yodel wood stove, a Regency propane fireplace, and glass bottle accents. A ladder leads to a loft area featuring 360-degree views.
Sustainable features include 10 100-watt solar panels for electricity, a 300-gallon cistern with a water trailer, and a bath house with a shower and composting toilet. A detached log cabin with a wood stove could be used as a studio or future guest accommodations. An “airtight container,” also found on the property, could be converted into additional living space.
According to the listing, “electricity is available nearby and the seller is on the wait list for a water tap.”
Mindi Clark of United Country Blue Sky Homes and Land is the listing agent.
Off-grid earth-bermed home in Mancos, CO (Realtor.com) 6. 425 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC
Price: $360,000
Why it’s here: Built in 1910, this charming four-bedroom residence has been thoughtfully updated and comes with a spectacular saltwater pool in the fenced-in backyard.
Historic highlights include preserved hardwood floors, custom moldings, vaulted ceilings, and three gas coal-box fireplaces. A modernized kitchen has granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and a butler’s pantry. The upstairs primary suite has a dual-sink vanity, a walk-in shower, and a soaking tub.
A sunroom surrounded by multiple sets of glass French doors overlooks the pool and backyard.
Vickie Irby of Coldwell Banker Advantage-Littleton is the listing agent.
Renovated home in Roanoke Rapids, NC (Realtor.com) 5. 95 Connies Ln, Reedville, VA
Price: $425,000
Why it’s here: It’s an affordably priced, one-bedroom point-lot cottage with a pier and boat dock overlooking Taskmaker Creek and the Chesapeake Bay.
Built in 1957, the 891-square-foot abode is “not located in a designated flood zone and flood insurance is not required,” according to the seller. However, buyers are advised to do their due diligence.
Located in the Fleeton Beach neighborhood, the vintage “fisherman’s cottage” was designed to capture waterfront views from nearly every room. An open floor plan features a living room with a picture window, a country kitchen and dining area with a fireplace, and a bedroom with sliders opening to a back deck. A waterside screened-in porch was designed for soaking in the views.
A $150 annual association fee provides maintenance of the private roads and access to a community beach and kayak launch. An adjacent waterfront lot is also available for purchase.
B. Jason Patton of Bay River Realty is the listing agent.
Waterfront cottage in Reedville, VA (Realtor.com) 4. 13506 N River Dr, Omaha, NE
Price: $1,950,000
Why it’s here: This 44.65-acre luxury estate known as Hiwood was built in 1941 and designed by architect John Hyde. It features “mysterious garages” and a secret tunnel!
Nestled in Ponca Hills, the three-bedroom residence boasts 4,203 square feet of stylish living space. A chef’s kitchen has a wood-beamed ceiling, stone countertops, custom cabinetry, and breakfast bar. The great room has a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, and a wood-burning brick fireplace. A glass-enclosed sunroom is surrounded by views of trees.
Also found on the property are a guest cottage, barn, and screened-in gazebo.
Lyndsey Golden of BHHS Ambassador Real Estate is the listing agent.
Luxury estate with a secret tunnel in Omaha, NE (Realtor.com) 3. 76 Carroll Dr, Foxboro, MA
Price: $1,199,000
Why it’s here: This acre property with a four-bedroom residence and a front-yard football field is said to be owned by former New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson.
Built in 1987, the modernized 4,244-square-foot estate with a whole-house generator features a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, and a dining room for entertaining. An upstairs primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, a glass shower, and a soaking tub. A finished basement offers extra space for entertaining or guest accommodations.
Sliders open to a hardscaped patio with a fire pit.
Paul B. Campano of Keller Williams Realty is the listing agent.
Former New England Patriots star Antonio Gibson's home in Foxboro, MA (Realtor.com) 2. Cavern Bunker, Shelbyville, TN
Price: $475,000
Why it’s here: This 8-acre property is being marketed as land for sale, and it features 60,000 square feet of caverns with running water.
A “very heavy door” opens to the bunker, which is sealed with 10 tons of steel. There are two generators, one at each end of the caverns. Designed for the investor with a vision, the property does have electricity at the site. Additional acreage with a building site is also available for purchase.
According to the listing, the seller may consider a trade for a mountain or coastal property.
Darin Hasty of Hasty Realty is the listing agent.
Cavern bunker in Shelbyville, TN (Realtor.com) 1. 325 Sawtooth Ridge Rd, Stanley, ID
Price: $2,995,000
Why it’s here: Here’s a chance to live in a private compound atop a “dramatic cliff outcropping,” offering panoramic views of the Stanley Basin, the Sawtooth Mountains, Valley Creek, and the Salmon River below.
Two brand-new cabins are perched on the ridgeline above the spectacular scenery, and there is an “opportunity to build a larger main residence,” according to the listing.
The primary residence features a vaulted wood ceiling, heated flooring, a wood-burning stove, a sleeping loft, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The second cabin, which could be used as an office or studio, has a loft and a wraparound deck.
The 3.06-acre lot borders 465,000 acres of National Forest land.
Williams | Hendricks of Sun Valley Real Estate is the listing agent.
New clifftop homes overlooking Stanley Basin in Stanley, ID (Realtor.com)