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$170,000
1.126 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Create the mountain home you’ve always envisioned on this exceptional homesite in Firethorn, one of the High Country’s best gated communities. Conveniently positioned between Boone and Blowing Rock, this property offers an outstanding combination of accessibility, privacy, and the timeless beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The lot features an easy-to-build homesite surrounded by towering hardwoods, native rhododendrons, and a peaceful wooded landscape that provides both seclusion and year-round natural beauty. Whether you’re planning a full-time residence or a seasonal escape, this property offers an ideal setting to enjoy mountain living at its finest. Firethorn offers residents a thoughtfully designed community with approximately 15 acres of preserved common space, scenic walking and hiking trails, trout streams, and a beautiful clubhouse overlooking a tranquil pond. The clubhouse includes a full kitchen and gathering space, making it a wonderful place to host family celebrations or meet with neighbors. Community restrictions help protect the value and character of the neighborhood by requiring a minimum heated living area of 3,000 square feet, including at least 2,000 square feet on the main level, excluding garages and decks. Short-term rentals are not allowed, creating a quiet and established residential environment. The seller is currently working to get the shared well rights to the property deeded properly. If you’ve been searching for the perfect place to build in one of the area’s premier mountain communities, this homesite deserves your attention.

TBD Stack Rock Way, Blowing Rock
$55,000
1.5590000000000002 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nestled within the gated community of Firethorn, this exceptional homesite offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience, ideally located between Blowing Rock and Boone. The lot features a gentle sloping grade, accented by mature hardwoods and vibrant native rhododendrons, providing an ideal setting for your custom mountain home. Firethorn is known for its peaceful atmosphere and thoughtfully preserved surroundings, with approximately 15 acres of community common space for residents to enjoy. The charming clubhouse overlooks a scenic pond and includes a full kitchen, making it an excellent venue for neighborhood gatherings and special occasions. Nature lovers will appreciate the community’s hiking trails, picturesque trout streams, and the tranquil mountain setting that defines this sought-after neighborhood. To maintain the community’s high standards, Firethorn requires a minimum heated living area of 3,000 square feet, including at least 2,000 square feet on the main level (garages and decks are not included). Short-term rentals are prohibited, helping preserve the quiet residential character of the community. The seller is currently working to have the shared well rights properly deeded to the property. This is a wonderful opportunity to build your dream mountain retreat in one of the High Country’s premier communities.

TBD Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock
$3,000,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 5,043 SqFt. ⋅ 5.36 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Check out Virtual Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=dGNp3oG4ep6&brand=0 Masterpiece in Sweetgrass! Welcome to an extraordinary custom-built mountain estate offering **5,043 heated square feet, plus an additional 594-square-foot above-garage in-law suite, and an additional 3,071-square-foot unfinished walkout basement** already framed and insulated for future expansion. Situated on one of the most unique homesites in the community, this is the **only property permitted to have a fence, barn, and horses**—a grandfathered provision established by the original builder, who intended this to be his personal homesite. A picturesque drive lined with mature apple trees welcomes you home, while invisible fencing provides convenience for pets. Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, the home showcases custom wood front and exterior doors, a stunning custom wood kitchen island, professional-grade chef's appliances, custom cabinetry throughout, high-end countertops, and a walk-in pantry with built-in storage. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a luxurious main-level primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, custom walk-in closet, and its own gas fireplace. The private above-garage in-law suite offers a spacious bedroom, full bath, living room, and walk-in closet, providing exceptional comfort and privacy for extended family or guests. Every bathroom features custom vanities, while the spacious mudroom includes built-in storage and a dedicated dog washing station. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home offers soaring ceilings, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling natural wood-burning fireplace in the main living area, two additional gas fireplaces—one in the primary suite and another in a second-floor bedroom—and the unfinished basement is already framed for future expansion, including the option for an additional fireplace utilizing the existing chimney. The home is served by both propane and electric systems. Outdoor living is equally impressive with two covered entertaining areas overlooking the peaceful mountain setting. Residents also enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a fitness center, game room with ping pong, a spacious clubhouse available for casual use or private events, and a community lake with complimentary kayaks available for residents. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, luxury finishes, unmatched flexibility, and the rare opportunity for equestrian living within a premier mountain community, this one-of-a-kind property offers a lifestyle unlike any other. **Highlights:** • 5,043 heated sq. ft. • Additional 594 sq. ft. above-garage in-law suite • Additional 3,071 sq. ft. unfinished walkout basement (framed and insulated) • Only home in the community approved for a fence, barn, and horses • Invisible pet fencing • Professional-grade chef's kitchen • Custom wood doors, cabinetry, vanities, and kitchen island. • Walk-in pantry with built-in storage • Dedicated dog washing station • Luxury primary suite with spa-inspired bath • Three fireplaces with space for a fourth • Two covered outdoor living areas • Community clubhouse, fitness center, game room, and lake with complimentary kayaks

119 Summer Day Drive, Blowing Rock
$1,230,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,622 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Thoughtfully renovated, professionally styled, and boasting a very impressive and CURRENT rental track record. For the current year, this property has almost 80k of BOOKED rentals. Fully furnished and turn-key for immediate occupancy or to continue renting and earn instant ROI. Featuring a bright, modern kitchen, Primary bedroom and additional guest bedroom with 2 full baths on the first floor, and a third bedroom with a full bath on the upper level. Resort amenities like Timberlake’s Restaurant, the Chetola Spa & Fitness Center, hiking trails, and pickleball courts—all just steps away and you’re minutes from the charm of downtown Blowing Rock, offering endless dining, shopping, and outdoor adventure.

234 STRINGFELLOW Lane Unit 4, Blowing Rock
$335,000
0.11 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
SWEETGRASS LAKEFRONT COTTAGE LOT! In beautiful Sweetgrass, Blowing Rock's Mountain Lake community, a special offering - one of the very few lakefront building sites! Cottage lots are "footprint" lots with common ground around them and an off-site septic system (to better preserve the lake water quality). This beautiful flat lot has a prime location, just steps from the Community Lake House, the beach, and the Fitness Center. It fronts on the Lake Trail - one of the miles of walking trails within Sweetgrass. The 22-acre Sweetgrass Lake is available for swimming, canoeing, paddle boarding, and fishing. Previously approved for a 3 BR septic system with an offsite drain field. How often do you find a flat lakefront lot just minutes from downtown Blowing Rock?

C50 Summer Day Drive, Blowing Rock
$499,900
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 900 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Comfy cozy one bedroom condo, turn key, ready to move in or continue renting. Fully furnished, granite & stainless in the kitchen, beautiful floors, excellent rental, end unit. A Murphy bed disguised as a lovely console table adds a comfortable sleeping space in the living room, gas logs in the stone fireplace, covered balcony with poly wood outdoor furniture, large bedroom with a king size bed and a walk-in closet, spacious outside closet for storage and the entrance porch is big enough for a bistro table. Centrally located giving great access to Timberlake'S Restaurant, Chetola Club & Lake. Easily walkable to Bass Lake, downtown Blowing Rock and shopping.

280 Evergreen Drive Unit Juniper 5, Blowing Rock
$190,000
1.01 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful one-acre homesite located on a quiet road in the lovely gated community of Firethorn. Situated toward the back of the neighborhood, Lot 218 offers excellent mountain view and sunset potential in a peaceful setting. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway, and a short drive to Boone, Firethorn provides easy access to the best of the High Country. Community amenities include a beautifully designed clubhouse with a grand outdoor fireplace, trout pond, fishing streams, and an extensive trail system connecting to National Parklands. A wonderful opportunity to build your mountain retreat in one of Blowing Rock’s desirable gated communities.

Lot 218 Stack Rock Trail, Blowing Rock
$995,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,376 SqFt. ⋅ 0.136 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
DELIGHTFUL MOUNTAIN COTTAGE IN THE HEART OF THE BEAUTIFUL SWEETGRASS COMMUNITY! With a special setting in a cluster of four cottages overlooking the Lake on the campus of the Community Lake House, this beautifully crafted Adirondack-style cottage was designed for pure enjoyment! No muss, no fuss! With interior design that was ahead of the times, this light, bright interior with vaulted spaces, lots of light, neutral colors, accented by handsome dark wood, offered basically furnished, only needs your personal touches. A generous side porch with an outdoor fireplace serves as your outdoor living room. The location is just steps away from the 22-acre Lake, from the Fitness Center, the Community Lake House, the Fire Pit, and numerous choices for walking trails. A multi-acre meadow Greenspace behind the house offers sunset views of Grandfather Mountain and play space for children and pets and leads to a trail along beautiful Boone Fork Creek. The house is designed for one-level living, with a large guest bedroom upstairs, a loft that includes a sleeper sofa, a large storage closet, and a delightful nook that has been tucked into the eaves that is a special sleep-over and play space for little ones! The POA fees include $750 per quarter for the general Sweetgrass amenities plus $675 per quarter for landscaping care. Short-term rentals permitted, minimum 3-days, see Rental Rules for use limitations.

146 Sweet Meadow Lane, Blowing Rock
$1,250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,813 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Turn key property, ready to move in or continue to be rented. Smokies 5 is managed as a short term rental and is very popular. This condo is totally renovated, featuring fabulous baths, an updated kitchen and beautiful furnishings throughout (recent addition of a few pieces of Restoration Hardware furniture). Located near a shortcut walk to downtown and convenient access to Bass Lake and the Moses Cone Trails. Go to Chetola.com to view all the available amenities, Timberlake's Restaurant, the fitness center, spa, tennis & pickleball courts, the Sporting Preserve and fishing in Chetola Lake.

139 Trout Stream Trail Unit Smokies 5, Blowing Rock
$139,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,400 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Enjoy 10 weeks each year in this large, comfortable 2 bedroom 2 bath condominium. A 20% share gives you all the perks of Chetola ownership for only 20% of the cost. Beautiful pond view, excellent location near Bass Lake and the Moses Cone Trails, fully furnished and a recently updated kitchen. A group of friendly owners make trading weeks and picking up extra weeks easy to do.

185 Waterside Drive Unit 20%share of Walnut 5, Blowing Rock
$265,000
1.09 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your dream mountain home in Firethorn, a premier gated community near Blowing Rock, NC, featuring sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views—including a clear view of the Moses Cone Manor (Flat Top Mansion). This exceptional homesite offers southern exposure with plenty of opportunity for natural light, a spacious, usable yard, and a highly desirable setting across from the Firethorn clubhouse, pond, and community greenspace with hiking trails. The lot includes an active 3-bedroom septic permit and shared well water access, helping simplify the path to construction. Lot 203 also features an elevated, cleared and gently sloping building site. Enjoy the convenience of paved road access and the ideal High Country location with quick access to Blowing Rock, Boone, and the Blue Ridge Parkway—while remaining outside town limits and free of Blowing Rock town taxes. Firethorn residents enjoy 15+ acres of common area, a clubhouse, trout stream access, a pond, and hiking trails adjacent to protected National Park land along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Community guidelines include a preference for homes 4,000+ sq ft and no short-term rentals, supporting a quiet, residential mountain setting. Don’t miss this rare opportunity for a view lot in one of the High Country’s most sought-after communities.

TBD Thunderhill Trail, Blowing Rock
$1,135,000
54.377 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
UNIQUE LAND OFFERING WITH GORGE VIEWS, WATERFALL, STREAMS, AT THE EDGE OF BLOWING ROCK - remaining portion of a 109-acre tract that was held and cherished by the same family for over a hundred years. This special tract features a plunging waterfall that is part of the headwaters of the Yadkin River that continues as a bold stream crossing the property. An extraordinary private retreat with development potential. 20-feet road access does limit use. Proposed 10-acre divisions for the entire 109-acre tract were previously included in a recorded plat. Northern boundary and roadway were recently surveyed, included as a supplement here. (Purchase with the adjacent 111 acres - MLS 217028 or with additional 47.48 acres - MLS 260354 - would offer additional access and development possibilities). Sellers will consider short-term seller financing with restrictions for qualified buyers.

Tract 1-54.377 Ac Cone Orchard Lane, Blowing Rock
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