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Scottville, North Carolina facts for kids

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Scottville is a small community in North Carolina, United States. It used to be called Flint Hill. This area is special because it's not officially a town or city. Instead, it's an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't governed by a local city council. Scottville is located in two different counties: Ashe County and Alleghany County.

You can find Scottville along U.S. Route 221. The community sits high up in the mountains, at an elevation of about 2,854 feet (870 meters) above sea level. If you ever need to send mail there, the ZIP Code for Scottville is 28672.

Historic Places in Scottville

Scottville is home to some interesting old buildings that are important to history. These buildings are so special that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list kept by the United States government of places that are worth protecting because of their historical value.

Famous Houses

Two houses in Scottville are on this special list:

  • The Bower-Cox House
  • The Samuel Cox House

These houses help us remember what life was like a long time ago in this part of North Carolina. They are important examples of the architecture and history of the area.

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