Sit on the deck of this large Lindal Cedar Home in Todd, NC, and look down your yard to the New River as it runs on down to the old Todd Store. Or slide your canoe in and glide down yourself for a cold cream soda. In the winter, chat with friends around the old-time pot-bellied stove and return to a blazing fire in the great room looking out on the great New River, so close you could almost touch it. In the evening, lay a blanket beside the river and count the crystal clear stars that still gleam in this pristine and beautifully black night sky. Or watch the endless parade of wildlife from wild turkeys, dear, cranes and all manner of birds gliding through the forest canopy. No one will bother you on this secluded river front acre, or even remind you you've left civilization. But you should remember, you're only seven paved miles from Boone.