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$459,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,463 SqFt. ⋅ 4.57 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Log cabin living doesn't get much better than this! Resting on just over 4.5 acres across from the Guy Ford River Access and popular swimming hole, this fully furnished mountain retreat offers a peaceful setting with easy access to the Watauga River. Located less than 25 minutes from downtown Boone, about 25 minutes to Watauga Lake, 30 minutes to Beech Mtn. Resort and just minutes from fishing, swimming, tubing, and hiking, this is a great basecamp for enjoying the High Country. A covered front porch welcomes you inside to an open-concept floor plan featuring vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, and rich natural wood finishes throughout. The fully equipped kitchen offers breakfast bar seating and flows seamlessly into the dining area and living room, creating an inviting space for gathering with family and friends. The main level includes a bedroom, a bonus room currently set up with bunk beds for additional sleeping space, a full bath, and a laundry closet. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features an ensuite bath and walk-in closet, a comfortable retreat after a day outdoors. Step through the living room back door onto the full-length covered rear deck, where you can relax and enjoy the mountain air in every season. With no other homes in sight, the setting feels wonderfully secluded while still being convenient to Boone, Watauga Lake, and endless outdoor recreation. Offered fully furnished, this home is ready for immediate enjoyment. Short- and long-term rentals are permitted, there is no HOA, and recent updates include a 2024 HVAC system, 2024 water heater, and fresh gravel on the driveway. The property also features a storage shed for all your mountain gear!

737 Trivette Circle, Sugar Grove
$499,900
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2,422 SqFt. ⋅ 1.05 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to the collector or working folks dream property! Detached garages, carports, and outbuildings lend themselves to ample vehicle storage, shop space, potential future living space, you name it! Home began as a mobile home in 1970 but all floors and walls were removed as additions began in the 80's to create the beautiful home that you see today! Enjoy cool summer breezes from the covered front porch with seasonal views stretching all the way to Beech Mountain. Original 2 bedroom septic is still in place, but there are two additional bonus rooms upstairs that the Seller had used as sleeping areas while they raised their family of 5. Private paved drive leads to the home and detached 2-car garage with a large open area above that would be a great studio, office, or could potentially be finished out for an additional apartment or mother-in-law suite. Large oversized 3-car carport is perfect for the boats, RV, or larger work equipment while the additional carport and detached garage can house the car collection that doesn't deserve to sit out in the weather. Shop space includes a Hicks water stove that can heat the water and home with wood or oil, allowing you to save massive amounts on your heating costs with a little bit of work. Solar panels are also in place and can be hooked back up to have that option available. Home is being offered with just over an acre +/- with an additional approximately 1.7 acres available. Take time to watch the video tour to get a taste of just how much is being offered at an affordable price. Contact your agent and come and see today!

1861 Vanderpool Road, Vilas
$428,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,215 SqFt. ⋅ 0.47000000000000003 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Escape to the cool mountain air and experience authentic High Country living at this beautifully crafted 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom log home that seamlessly combines rustic charm with modern mountain convenience. Built in 2007 and featuring 1,215 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the home welcomes you with an open-concept great room anchored by a cozy stone fireplace. Exposed log beams, warm wood finishes, and large windows create a bright, inviting atmosphere that brings the beauty of the surroundings indoors. The main level flows into a functional kitchen and dining area, ideal for entertaining after a day on the slopes or hiking trails. Each bedroom is large and has an en-suite setup with a private bathroom on separate floors for added privacy. Outside, the spacious deck offers a peaceful sanctuary to relax, listen to the wind through the trees, and spot local wildlife. Situated in one of Eastern America’s highest-elevation towns, this property provides easy access to Beech Mountain Resort’s skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and summer concerts, as well as local dining and hiking trails. Whether you are searching for a private vacation getaway, a lucrative short-term rental investment, or a permanent mountain escape, 135 Teaberry Trail is ready to welcome you home.

135 Teaberry Trail, Beech Mountain
$309,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,120 SqFt. ⋅ 0.029 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Great investment opportunity! This adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhome offers a beautiful combination of comfort, convenience and income potential. Located just 5 miles from the New Market Center in Boone, this 1,120 square foot home allows both long term and short term rentals, making it an excellent choice for investors, a college rental, an Airbnb or a first time homebuyer. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a primary bedroom and full bath on the main level, while upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms, a second bath and a convenient laundry area. Enjoy year round comfort with central heat and air powered by a heat pump. Step outside to relax or entertain on the lovely back deck, offering a peaceful outdoor retreat. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or purchase an affordable mountain home with flexible rental options, this charming townhome is a must see!

215 Courtney Taylor Lane Unit 215 A, Boone
$319,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 740 SqFt. ⋅ 3.01 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Charming Creekside Mountain Cabin on 3.01 Unrestricted Acres – Minutes from Downtown Banner Elk - Escape to your own private mountain retreat with this charming and affordable creek side cabin, nestled on 3.01 unrestricted acres just minutes from downtown Banner Elk. Whether you're searching for a peaceful full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or an excellent investment property, this beautifully renovated cabin offers the perfect combination of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Surrounded by native rhododendrons and mountain laurel, the home enjoys a tranquil, park-like setting where the soothing sounds of the creek create the ideal mountain escape. Recent improvements provide peace of mind and include a new roof, gutters, spacious deck, completely updated spring water system (including the spring box, pump, piping, pressure tank, pressure switch, and water filtration system), along with new kitchen appliances. Spend your mornings with a cup of coffee or unwind in the evenings on the expansive front porch overlooking the peaceful creek, where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of nature year-round. Inside, the inviting open-concept floor plan features a warm and welcoming living area, a beautifully updated kitchen with butcher block countertops, a live-edge breakfast bar, and a charming dining area. The cabin also offers two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, making it the perfect size for family, guests, or vacation renters. A small storage shed conveys with the property, providing additional space for outdoor gear and equipment. Furnishings are negotiable, making this mountain retreat move-in or rental ready with minimal effort.

166 Charlie Hicks Road, Banner Elk
$250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,152 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome home to "Cedar View", a 3 BEDROOM - 2 BATH 2 condo that delivers an unbeatable value, convenience and year-round amenities! This property also includes a CURRENT Beech Mountain Club membership (a $35,000 value), giving you immediate access to member-only amenities including golf, outdoor heated pool, fine dining, fitness, tennis, pickleball and more. Located just minutes from all town amenities, including Ski Beech which we all know is the hub of winter sports and all the summer activities including the summer concert series! The main level features a comfortable family room, dining area, full bath, laundry plus under the stairs there is storage for all your outdoor gear. Upstairs, you’ll find the three bedrooms with a shared full bath. With in-unit laundry, everyday convenience is built right in. Out back, enjoy a private deck with seasonal mountain views and the complex has paved parking. Owners also enjoy access to a Private Community Recreation Center featuring an indoor heated pool, hot tub and game room, making relaxation and entertainment effortless and convenient for the kiddos and visiting guests! Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, a family mountain retreat or an investment property, "Cedar View" should be on your list of properties to see!

220 Charter Hills Road Unit B3, Beech Mountain
$420,000
2.21 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Lots 1,3 & 5 Cora's Path in Craig Forest are being sold as a package. Acreage in the MLS reflects a total of the 3 lots. (All 3 lots are listed seperately in the MLS as well). Graig Forest is located very near the Blue Ridge Parkway of Green Hill Road. Lot 1 is open and is gently sloping with a view of the Blackberry Gorge, Lot 3 is completely wooded and slopes gently, Lot 5 is mostly open and will work well for a walk-out basement. All lots are located in the ETJ but only pay County Taxes which is a savings. Lot 1 has a septic easement that benefits Lot 6. Lot 3 has a shared driveway in place with Lot 2. All 3 lots have a shared well. Lot 1 has a septic easement that benefits Lot 6. Lot 3 has a shared driveway in place with Lot 2 and Lot 2 has a 3 BR septic permit in place.. Lot 1 is 0.97 acres Lot3 is 0.72 acres Lot 5 is 0.52 acres. POA fees are 200/quarter/lot but POA dues do not start until any constructed home has the CO.

Lots 1, 3 & 5 Cora's Path, Blowing Rock
$425,000
17.96 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Discover nearly 18 acres of serene mountain beauty perched atop Junaluska Road. This exceptional property offers a rare combination of privacy, gentle topography, and natural beauty; featuring mature hardwoods, vibrant rhododendron and fern-covered forest floors. The headwaters of Trivett Branch offer the tranquil sounds of a cascading stream. Multiple homesites are possible. The current owner has already cleared a prime building site, overlooking the water, to capture the relaxing sights and sounds of the stream below. A gravel access road and cleared homesite are already established. Electricity and 5G high-speed internet available. Whether you're envisioning a private mountain estate, a vacation retreat, or a legacy property, this remarkable acreage offers an outstanding opportunity to create something truly special. Expired Septic permit.

TBD Junaluska, Boone
$339,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,904 SqFt. ⋅ 7.16 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Here's your chance to own a piece of the valley in Valle Crucis!! Enjoy lots of room inside this 2006 double-wide along with almost 7 acres of land. You'll love the open floor plan with the primary bedroom on one side and two more bedrooms on the other side. There's even a bonus room that works well as an office or playroom. You'll be amazed how large the living, dining and kitchen areas feel! This home does need some TLC inside with paint and flooring. Outside, the brand new metal roof was added just this year, but needs new decking in front and back. The block skirting does need some repairs but it does not affect the permanent foundation. This land is wooded, great for hiking or building another home.

737 Lower Crab Orchard Road, Banner Elk
$287,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,030 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Lease in place through July 2027 with great tenants. Second floor condo, 2BR, 2BA w/ balcony. Easy bike ride or drive to campus and close to Appalcart stop. This condo is one of the larger sizes offered in Boone at 1030 square feet! Good sized kitchen with updated SS appliances, Bosch dishwasher. Refrigerator conveys. Large open area for dining and living spaces. Private balcony out back is a bonus for outdoor relaxing. Both bedrooms have a full bathroom en suite. Newer stackable washer and dryer conveys in a separate laundry closet. Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout all living spaces and bathrooms. Carpet in bedrooms. Updated plumbing and lighting fixtures, toilets and vanity tops. Ample parking available. New building roof in 4/2023 and building painted 5/2024. Has been a great student home and rental for current owners. Easy access to everything you need in Boone and surrounding areas. Owners are licensed NC real estate agents.

800 Meadowview Drive Unit 10, Boone
$390,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,050 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Updated ENTRY LEVEL 2BR|2BA condo on Still Lake Road in Echota, conveniently located just inside the community's main gate. This move-in ready condo is offered unfurnished and features hardwood flooring throughout the living areas, bedrooms and closets, tile flooring in the bathrooms, fresh interior paint, updated lighting and ceiling fans, newer HVAC, water heater, oversized washer & dryer, plus a stacked stone gas fireplace. The renovated kitchen is designed for both style and function with granite countertops, tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, GE Profile stainless steel appliances, and a one-level center island that seamlessly connects to the open living and dining areas. The covered deck provides a peaceful outdoor space to relax and enjoy the mountain setting. The hardwood flooring continues into the primary suite, featuring dual closets, deck access, and an adjoining bath with granite vanity, updated plumbing fixtures, new lighting, comfort-height toilet, and safety grab bars. The guest bedroom is located adjacent to the second full bath, which has also been updated with a granite vanity, new fixtures, lighting, and toilet. Located in the sought-after gated community of Echota, owners enjoy an incredible maintenance-free lifestyle with unparalleled amenities. The community features two clubhouses, two outdoor pools, one indoor pool, three fitness facilities, a 25-acre river park, stocked fishing ponds, plus the exclusive owners-only Summit at Echota amenity center with its spectacular outdoor pool, sun deck, fitness facility, and iconic skybridge.

140 Still Lake Road Unit 121, Boone
$290,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,098 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Great Kellwood Townhome in Boone! Move-In Ready! Close To All The Amenities Boone Has To Offer! Located only minutes to Samaritans Purse, The Hospital, ASU, The Greenway Trails and The New Recreational Center. *Main level offers..Living room with laminent floors, cozy fireplace, eat-in kitchen with newer appliances, tile floors, plenty of cabinets/storage, laundry area, guest 1/2 bathroom. *Upstairs..Two bedrooms both have large closets, one full updated bathroom. *Enjoy the outdoors on the open back deck. HOA fees are $90 per month..includes exterior maintenance & landscaping, parking lot maintenance/snow removal. Make this townhome yours and use as a primary residence, second home, or long-term rental investment property.

196 Creekside Lane Unit 3-D, Boone
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