Keith Christensen/Mountain Streams RE

05/11/2026

Yee Haw, just closed today; $1,000,000. Thank you Carol for trusting us to get this SOLD

04/18/2026

There's ingenuity for ya.

A Texas man put a sign in the dirt that said "Future Home." 8 containers later — he built a castle.

That sign in the first photo isn't a joke. It says "Triton Container Castle — Future Home." And he meant every word.

8 x 40ft containers form the entire structural core. Local Texas limestone cladding — $18–$28 per sq ft installed — covers every wall.

Crenellated timber battlements were framed on top of the container roofline, then stone-clad to match. The arched wooden entry door, interior courtyard, and rooftop terrace are all real and livable.

A custom stone castle built conventionally in the U.S. starts at $800 per sq ft. This one came in at a fraction of that.

Containers: 8 x 40ft.

Est. livable space: ~3,200 sq ft.

Est. build cost: $240,000–$310,000.

Conventional castle equivalent: $2.5M–$4M+.

Property value impact in rural Texas: Priceless.

⚠️ Disclaimer: All costs shown are estimates based on U.S. regional averages and publicly available data. Actual costs may vary depending on location, labor, permits, and materials.

04/12/2026

Thank you Clay County Fire & Rescue for this great warning:

"Just before 8:00 PM, Clay County Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a reported residential structure fire in the Trillium Heights subdivision, located in the Fires Creek Fire District.

Upon arrival, crews encountered light smoke inside the residence. During their investigation, firefighters identified a tripped breaker in the electrical panel along with a distinct odor consistent with an electrical fire originating from a bathroom area.

Crews utilized thermal imaging cameras as a non-destructive method to ensure there was no hidden fire within the walls or surrounding areas. Fortunately, no active fire was found.

The homeowner was very fortunate—this incident highlights how important properly functioning electrical panels and breakers are in preventing more serious damage or a full structure fire."

03/25/2026

Wonderful single-story home in the beautiful Fires Creek area of Hayesville, NC. Click the picture below for more info or to schedule a tour.

Wonderful 3 bedroom ranch-style home just under 10 miles to downtown Hayesville and only a couple of miles to the Fires Creek National Forest Park. Exterior storage/work sheds. 5.93 acres of gentle sloping and level land. Area for a garden. No restrictions, so if you want chickens, you can have chic...

03/22/2026

One of my most annoying pet peeves. Especially when Realtors pronounce it that way.

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02/18/2026

Elegant custom-built estate home with expansive lake views. Stunning high-end appointments throughout and no detail has been overlooked. Generously-sized primary suites on both the main and upper floors in addition to complete lower level apartment. Other fine features include three fireplaces, three-car garage, over-sized kitchen with center island, formal dining room, large sunroom over looking lake Chatuge, several bonus rooms, office, loft, and gorgeous hardwood flooring. Living area SQFT 6704. Total SQFT 8800 plus 950 estimated two main balconies 8.5' wide. Tax card states 11,596

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Virtual Tour of 29 Caboose Ln, Hayesville NC 28904, USA.

02/18/2026

New on market!!! Spacious, well-built, 4/5 bedroom lakefront home in beautiful Hayesville, NC is situated on 7.71 private acres over-looking a beautiful lake and backing to a lovely wooded area. This residence features two ample-sized primary bedroom suites as well as an additional office/bedroom with full bath on the main level. The terrace level offers complete separate living quarters with an additional full kitchen, dining area, large living room, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Ideal for extended family or guests. Both levels feature over-sized porch/patios to relax and enjoy the peaceful vistas. Don’t wait for your opportunity to purchase your dream home.

Virtual Tour of 105 Carroll Lake Ln, Hayesville NC 28904, USA.

02/18/2026

Forty acre estate home in much sought after Brasstown, NC. Truly a beautiful hand-crafted authentic timber- frame home with outstanding craftsman detail, durability, and energy efficiency. This home offers privacy, lovely views of surrounding mountains, and utilizes a spring fed spigot for garden watering. It is ideal for any craftsperson with its well-equipped 2900 square foot shop/barn with a blacksmith forge. This space can also be utilized as RV storage and is divided into two sections with water, heat and electricity. Other features include: Three ample bedrooms/ three baths and office areas plus a spacious basement plumbed for bathroom and kitchen. There is an over-sized detached two car garage and beautiful stone work throughout the property. There are plenty of activities only a few miles away at the famous John C. Campbell Folk School. You can enjoy a multitude of Appalachian craft classes, weekly contra dancing, weekly performances, and their wonderful annual festival.

Virtual Tour of 469 Myers Rd, Brasstown NC 28902, USA.

01/31/2026

Yee Haw and congratulations to Rick and Wayne