Sorrel Sky Farm lives up to its name. Set at approximately 4,350 feet in elevation, this exceptional equestrian estate captures panoramic views across three states, North Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee, with long-range vistas stretching toward Grandfather Mountain and Mount Rogers. The setting offers privacy and accessibility, just 10 minutes to Banner Elk, 15 minutes to Sugar Mountain, 20 minutes to Beech Mountain, 25 minutes to Boone and 35 minutes to Blowing Rock. Serious equestrians or hobby farmers will recognize the rarity of a high-elevation farm that provides natural cooling, functional infrastructure, and sweeping mountain vistas. Great seasonal escapes or full-time living. With privacy, open pasture, and generous living space, Sorrel Sky Farm also lends itself beautifully to a legacy estate or family retreat. The custom-designed modern farmhouse was thoughtfully positioned to maximize the views, with nearly every room overlooking mountains and rolling board-fenced pastures. Reclaimed hemlock floors and solid hemlock interior doors create warmth and authenticity throughout the main living areas. Mahogany and glass double entry doors, along with expansive sliding glass doors, open the great room and dining area to the covered porch, inviting fresh mountain breezes and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen anchors the home with a substantial quartz island accented by barn tin detailing, exposed wood beams, and carefully curated finishes. The main-level primary suite features two spacious walk-in closets with custom wood shelving. Upstairs, a generous bonus/family room offers flexible space for recreation, media or additional gathering areas. Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home includes a whole-house generator, water filtration system, encapsulated crawl space, and Icynene insulation. Equestrian facilities are equally impressive. The 60-by-48-foot hardboard-sided barn with metal roof includes seven stalls, a concrete center aisle, insulated tack and feed rooms, hot and cold wash area, 12-by-24-foot equipment storage, and four stalls opening to a 12-by-48-foot lean-to. A separate 12-by-20-foot run-in shed with storage complements two interconnecting three-board fenced pastures across 10 acres, with ample trailer parking. Sorrel Sky Farm offers a rare combination of elevation, views, usable pastureland and proximity to the High Country’s premier destinations, an exceptional opportunity to experience Blue Ridge Mountains at their finest.

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 3,066 SqFt. ⋅ 10 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Sorrel Sky Farm lives up to its name. Set at approximately 4,350 feet in elevation, this exceptional equestrian estate captures panoramic views across three states, North Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee, with long-range vistas stretching toward Grandfather Mountain and Mount Rogers. The setting offers privacy and accessibility, just 10 minutes to Banner Elk, 15 minutes to Sugar Mountain, 20 minutes to Beech Mountain, 25 minutes to Boone and 35 minutes to Blowing Rock. Serious equestrians or hobby farmers will recognize the rarity of a high-elevation farm that provides natural cooling, functional infrastructure, and sweeping mountain vistas. Great seasonal escapes or full-time living. With privacy, open pasture, and generous living space, Sorrel Sky Farm also lends itself beautifully to a legacy estate or family retreat. The custom-designed modern farmhouse was thoughtfully positioned to maximize the views, with nearly every room overlooking mountains and rolling board-fenced pastures. Reclaimed hemlock floors and solid hemlock interior doors create warmth and authenticity throughout the main living areas. Mahogany and glass double entry doors, along with expansive sliding glass doors, open the great room and dining area to the covered porch, inviting fresh mountain breezes and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen anchors the home with a substantial quartz island accented by barn tin detailing, exposed wood beams, and carefully curated finishes. The main-level primary suite features two spacious walk-in closets with custom wood shelving. Upstairs, a generous bonus/family room offers flexible space for recreation, media or additional gathering areas. Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home includes a whole-house generator, water filtration system, encapsulated crawl space, and Icynene insulation. Equestrian facilities are equally impressive. The 60-by-48-foot hardboard-sided barn with metal roof includes seven stalls, a concrete center aisle, insulated tack and feed rooms, hot and cold wash area, 12-by-24-foot equipment storage, and four stalls opening to a 12-by-48-foot lean-to. A separate 12-by-20-foot run-in shed with storage complements two interconnecting three-board fenced pastures across 10 acres, with ample trailer parking. Sorrel Sky Farm offers a rare combination of elevation, views, usable pastureland and proximity to the High Country’s premier destinations, an exceptional opportunity to experience Blue Ridge Mountains at their finest.

217 Sunrise Vista Lane, Banner Elk

$3,649,997

Discover an architectural masterpiece on a rare and expansive 8.8 acre parcel within the gated community of The Lodges at Eagles Nest. Perched to command breathtaking, long-range mountain vistas, this exquisite, custom-built timber frame estate offers the ultimate in seclusion and luxury mountain living. Inside, the home is a tribute to bespoke design, where the rustic elegance of rich timber frame details meets a modern, professionally curated interior to the majestic landscape. The spacious, three level floor plan provides ultimate privacy with four luxurious ensuite bedrooms, while a custom indoor sauna offers a secluded retreat for rejuvenation. Outside, the in-ground hot tub is prime for unwinding under a canopy of stars after a day of adventure. A detached two-car garage with an apartment above offers flexible space for guests, a home office, or extra living space. This estate provides effortless access to Eagles Nest's world-class amenities, promising a lifestyle of exceptional convenience and leisure. Enjoy a refined dining experience at the on-site restaurant, featuring prime chops, steaks, and extensive wine and cocktail list, Indulge in an afternoon at the Eagles Nest Winery, or visit the Sportsman's Lodge for lunch. For the adventurous at heart, explore the community's extensive network of off-road trails for UTV adventures, For ultimate convenience, a 24 hour self serve Dollar General Store is accessible within the community. Further enhance your lifestyle with access to recreation fields, a helicopter landing pad, and seasonal concerts at the on-site amphitheater. This home presents a unique opportunity to own a legacy property meticulously crafted for both serene long-term retreats and an adventurous amenity-rich mountain lifestyle.

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 3,977 SqFt. ⋅ 8.8 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status

Discover an architectural masterpiece on a rare and expansive 8.8 acre parcel within the gated community of The Lodges at Eagles Nest. Perched to command breathtaking, long-range mountain vistas, this exquisite, custom-built timber frame estate offers the ultimate in seclusion and luxury mountain living. Inside, the home is a tribute to bespoke design, where the rustic elegance of rich timber frame details meets a modern, professionally curated interior to the majestic landscape. The spacious, three level floor plan provides ultimate privacy with four luxurious ensuite bedrooms, while a custom indoor sauna offers a secluded retreat for rejuvenation. Outside, the in-ground hot tub is prime for unwinding under a canopy of stars after a day of adventure. A detached two-car garage with an apartment above offers flexible space for guests, a home office, or extra living space. This estate provides effortless access to Eagles Nest's world-class amenities, promising a lifestyle of exceptional convenience and leisure. Enjoy a refined dining experience at the on-site restaurant, featuring prime chops, steaks, and extensive wine and cocktail list, Indulge in an afternoon at the Eagles Nest Winery, or visit the Sportsman's Lodge for lunch. For the adventurous at heart, explore the community's extensive network of off-road trails for UTV adventures, For ultimate convenience, a 24 hour self serve Dollar General Store is accessible within the community. Further enhance your lifestyle with access to recreation fields, a helicopter landing pad, and seasonal concerts at the on-site amphitheater. This home presents a unique opportunity to own a legacy property meticulously crafted for both serene long-term retreats and an adventurous amenity-rich mountain lifestyle.

617 Eagle Creek Trail, Banner Elk

$4,900,000

The Castle at Valle Crucis: This extraordinary compound features the rare assemblage of over 15 acres near the heart of the desirable Valle Crucis community, with a unique and majestic English Manor home with long-range, layered views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and pastures of Valle Crucis. Designed as a true replica of a Manor in Great Britain by William McLaughren, this one-of-a-kind estate features stone and building materials from around the world, as well as antique features and furnishings such as 17th to 19th century fireplaces, 500+ year-old arched entry doors from an English church, and even a chandelier imported from Princeton University, among others - see features list for more details on this unique offering. Resting at an elevation of over 3,400 feet, the property overlooks Grandfather Mountain and Howard's Knob, but features access off a paved, state-maintained road and is just 15 minutes from Boone, Banner Elk, and ski slopes at Sugar Mountain. With an impressive rental history, this home is offered fully furnished while in an established rental program, providing incredible investment potential, but would also make for a perfect mountain getaway or full-time residence. From the stone patio at the front of the home, step into the formal foyer with 24-foot soaring ceilings, adjacent to the large Great Room with a stone fireplace, antique chandeliers, and access to a covered stone patio- also with a fireplace and offering a hot tub & long-range, layered views. The chef's kitchen, also with a fireplace, offers granite counters, high-end stainless steel appliances, a dining area, and a walk-in pantry, and is adjacent to a sunroom/observatory with vaulted ceilings and a spacious laundry room with access to the oversized, two-car attached garage. The walk-in level also features a library and billiards room able to house 1,800 books (and with a plaster tracery ceiling imported from Great Britain), a formal dining room, a half bath, and a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom (one-level living!). Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private stone balcony, fireplace, walk-in closet, and bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a tiled shower. Four additional suites exist on the second level (one also with a private stone balcony, and two being a Jack-n-Jill suite connected by one bathroom). Mahogany doors throughout were imported from England and are over 100 years old, adding antique charm, while modern amenities like an elevator to the first and second levels offer comfort and convenience. Upstairs, on the third level, find a spacious living room with game tables, a theater area, and an exercise area, along with a half bath. Additional amenities: 12-foot ceilings throughout, whole-house generator, interior & exterior sound system, water filtration system, whole-house generator, air scrubber & UV light for HVAC system. The existing driveway is fairly steep and winding; the seller is in the process of starting construction on a new portion of the driveway to eliminate the steepest turns.

6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 8,672 SqFt. ⋅ 15.211 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status

The Castle at Valle Crucis: This extraordinary compound features the rare assemblage of over 15 acres near the heart of the desirable Valle Crucis community, with a unique and majestic English Manor home with long-range, layered views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and pastures of Valle Crucis. Designed as a true replica of a Manor in Great Britain by William McLaughren, this one-of-a-kind estate features stone and building materials from around the world, as well as antique features and furnishings such as 17th to 19th century fireplaces, 500+ year-old arched entry doors from an English church, and even a chandelier imported from Princeton University, among others - see features list for more details on this unique offering. Resting at an elevation of over 3,400 feet, the property overlooks Grandfather Mountain and Howard's Knob, but features access off a paved, state-maintained road and is just 15 minutes from Boone, Banner Elk, and ski slopes at Sugar Mountain. With an impressive rental history, this home is offered fully furnished while in an established rental program, providing incredible investment potential, but would also make for a perfect mountain getaway or full-time residence. From the stone patio at the front of the home, step into the formal foyer with 24-foot soaring ceilings, adjacent to the large Great Room with a stone fireplace, antique chandeliers, and access to a covered stone patio- also with a fireplace and offering a hot tub & long-range, layered views. The chef's kitchen, also with a fireplace, offers granite counters, high-end stainless steel appliances, a dining area, and a walk-in pantry, and is adjacent to a sunroom/observatory with vaulted ceilings and a spacious laundry room with access to the oversized, two-car attached garage. The walk-in level also features a library and billiards room able to house 1,800 books (and with a plaster tracery ceiling imported from Great Britain), a formal dining room, a half bath, and a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom (one-level living!). Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private stone balcony, fireplace, walk-in closet, and bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a tiled shower. Four additional suites exist on the second level (one also with a private stone balcony, and two being a Jack-n-Jill suite connected by one bathroom). Mahogany doors throughout were imported from England and are over 100 years old, adding antique charm, while modern amenities like an elevator to the first and second levels offer comfort and convenience. Upstairs, on the third level, find a spacious living room with game tables, a theater area, and an exercise area, along with a half bath. Additional amenities: 12-foot ceilings throughout, whole-house generator, interior & exterior sound system, water filtration system, whole-house generator, air scrubber & UV light for HVAC system. The existing driveway is fairly steep and winding; the seller is in the process of starting construction on a new portion of the driveway to eliminate the steepest turns.

5742 NC Highway 194 S, Banner Elk

$9,000,000

Perched on a pristine ridge with endless views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this extraordinary timber frame estate blends mountain elegance with timeless craftsmanship. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by the grandeur of hand-hewn beams, soaring ceilings, and panoramic vistas that stretch for miles in every direction. Upon entering the home, your eyes are immediately drawn to the dramatic glass floor in the foyer, offering a breathtaking view down into the custom wine cellar below—a striking design feature that sets the tone for the artistic and luxurious details throughout. The great room is a statement of sophistication—anchored by a stunning Chihuly-style chandelier suspended beneath vaulted trusses, casting artful light across the warm wood interior. Walls of glass blur the lines between indoors and out, inviting the mountains into every living space. The gourmet kitchen is designed for entertaining, featuring custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and a spacious island for gathering. The primary suite is a sanctuary with a spa-like bath, walk-in closet, and direct access to a view-soaked terrace. This estate includes both an attached two-car garage and a detached two-car garage with a fully appointed guest apartment above. The apartment offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, along with a full kitchen, living area, and separate entrance—thoughtfully designed to accommodate extended family, guests, or use as an upscale rental. Whether hosting grand events or enjoying peaceful mornings with coffee over the clouds, this property offers unmatched serenity, style, and space—just minutes from premier hiking, vineyards, and charming mountain towns.

6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 6,209 SqFt. ⋅ 3.05 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Perched on a pristine ridge with endless views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this extraordinary timber frame estate blends mountain elegance with timeless craftsmanship. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by the grandeur of hand-hewn beams, soaring ceilings, and panoramic vistas that stretch for miles in every direction. Upon entering the home, your eyes are immediately drawn to the dramatic glass floor in the foyer, offering a breathtaking view down into the custom wine cellar below—a striking design feature that sets the tone for the artistic and luxurious details throughout. The great room is a statement of sophistication—anchored by a stunning Chihuly-style chandelier suspended beneath vaulted trusses, casting artful light across the warm wood interior. Walls of glass blur the lines between indoors and out, inviting the mountains into every living space. The gourmet kitchen is designed for entertaining, featuring custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and a spacious island for gathering. The primary suite is a sanctuary with a spa-like bath, walk-in closet, and direct access to a view-soaked terrace. This estate includes both an attached two-car garage and a detached two-car garage with a fully appointed guest apartment above. The apartment offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, along with a full kitchen, living area, and separate entrance—thoughtfully designed to accommodate extended family, guests, or use as an upscale rental. Whether hosting grand events or enjoying peaceful mornings with coffee over the clouds, this property offers unmatched serenity, style, and space—just minutes from premier hiking, vineyards, and charming mountain towns.

2910 Eagles Nest Trail, Banner Elk

$11,500,000

This significant 241+/-acre Mountain is a developer’s paradise. The property is nestled between some of the greatest attractions the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer, and can be the home to your dream development. Looking out from the peak, you can see Grandfather Mountain, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, and the adjacent Diamond Creek Golf Club. You are conveniently located less than 2 hours from major airports and minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. This virtually untouched property is the perfect canvas for your next residential, resort development, or your personal family sanctuary. This property offers a serenity that placing one with nature provides and is minutes away from some of the most extraordinary attractions North Carolina mountains have to offer. Guests may spend time hiking the Appalachian mountain trails, enjoying some of the only snow skiing in the southeast, enjoying a round of golf at one of the many golf courses in the immediate areas, or taking a scenic drive up the Blue Ridge Parkway; These amenities and more are all in the immediate area of these property lines. This tract awaits a visionary resort owner and developer to bring grandeur and elegance to this mountaintop and present its visitors with their “new favorite place to be.” This property is a wooded wonderland with elevations ranging from 3800 ft to over 4600 ft. With a recently added road, it is ready to host your development dreams. The survey states 241+/- acres and the deed states approx 239 acres for the main parcel. (Note there are 2 separate tracts to this property.) The smaller tract has 2.48+/- acres. The property also has 2 deeded ROW and is a 60 foot ROW with a dedicated utilitie easement also. The property is mature forest land. It is gently sloping in most areas and has a couple of meadow areas within the tract. There are a few natural streams within the property. There is a small patch of rhododendron along the most southwestern corner of the property.

241 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This significant 241+/-acre Mountain is a developer’s paradise. The property is nestled between some of the greatest attractions the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer, and can be the home to your dream development. Looking out from the peak, you can see Grandfather Mountain, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, and the adjacent Diamond Creek Golf Club. You are conveniently located less than 2 hours from major airports and minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. This virtually untouched property is the perfect canvas for your next residential, resort development, or your personal family sanctuary. This property offers a serenity that placing one with nature provides and is minutes away from some of the most extraordinary attractions North Carolina mountains have to offer. Guests may spend time hiking the Appalachian mountain trails, enjoying some of the only snow skiing in the southeast, enjoying a round of golf at one of the many golf courses in the immediate areas, or taking a scenic drive up the Blue Ridge Parkway; These amenities and more are all in the immediate area of these property lines. This tract awaits a visionary resort owner and developer to bring grandeur and elegance to this mountaintop and present its visitors with their “new favorite place to be.” This property is a wooded wonderland with elevations ranging from 3800 ft to over 4600 ft. With a recently added road, it is ready to host your development dreams. The survey states 241+/- acres and the deed states approx 239 acres for the main parcel. (Note there are 2 separate tracts to this property.) The smaller tract has 2.48+/- acres. The property also has 2 deeded ROW and is a 60 foot ROW with a dedicated utilitie easement also. The property is mature forest land. It is gently sloping in most areas and has a couple of meadow areas within the tract. There are a few natural streams within the property. There is a small patch of rhododendron along the most southwestern corner of the property.

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