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862 Chetola Lake Drive Unit Finch #1, Blowing Rock
$749,500
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,383 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Updated end unit in the very private Finch Building at Chetola Woods. The Finch Building sits at the back of the development, offering a peaceful, quiet setting while staying close to all Chetola amenities and Mosses Cone for hiking and outdoor activities. This is a two-bedroom, two-bath unit with a proven floor plan allowing two couples to stay comfortably. With many recent upgrades, including wood floors, updated tile bathrooms, kitchen appliances, and countertops. There is a large bay window in the dining area looking out over green space and tennis courts. Chetola is one of the very few condo developments that allows short-term rentals in town, making this a great second home or investment property. Being sold fully furnished with exclusions.

862 Chetola Lake Drive Unit Finch #1, Blowing Rock
TBD Thunderhill Trail, 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
140 Pond View Lane Unit Blue Ridge #4, Blowing Rock
$1,050,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,960 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Set within the peaceful surroundings of Chetola, this spacious upper-level 3-bedroom, 3-bath condominium combines privacy, generous living space, and convenient access to both the resort and downtown Blowing Rock. Blue Ridge is the only condominium building located along Pond View, and this end unit sits just steps from the walking paths leading toward Bass Lake. Downtown Blowing Rock is also an easy approximately 20-minute walk away, putting Main Street shops and restaurants within comfortable walking distance. Inside, the condominium offers approximately 1,960 square feet of living space, with a generous floor plan, thoughtful updates throughout, and the added privacy of an end-unit location. The property is being offered partially furnished, making it well suited for use as a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or rental property. The unit also has a strong established rental history for buyers interested in income potential. For those who prefer to keep the property for personal use, existing rental reservations can be relocated to another unit through the rental program upon request, so continuing to rent is not an obligation. Owners also have the option to join the Chetola Amenity Club, with access to lake watersports, the indoor pool, tennis and pickleball courts, the disc golf course, Chetola’s sledding hill, and the Chetola Sporting Reserve. Beyond the club amenities, Chetola is also home to the Spa at Chetola, Haven Restaurant, Boathouse Bites at the lakefront dock, and the new Chetola Café (coming soon). With its private end-unit setting, easy access to Bass Lake and downtown Blowing Rock, spacious three-bedroom layout, attractive updates, and proven rental history, this condominium offers a compelling combination of comfort, location, and flexibility within Chetola.

140 Pond View Lane Unit Blue Ridge #4, Blowing Rock
160 Manor View Lane (12.5% Share)Apt#5 Appalachian Unit 5, Blowing Rock
$149,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,980 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Incredible Opportunity in Chetola Resort! Don’t miss the chance to own a 12.5% share in this beautifully maintained three-bedroom, three-bathroom Chetola Condo—Appalachian #5. This fractional ownership offers a well-organized group of shareholders and a seamless system, so all you need to do is bring your clothes and start enjoying. Step inside to find vaulted ceilings, an open floor plan, and a massive stone fireplace in the living room that flows naturally into the kitchen and dining area. The main level features the primary suite, a guest bedroom, a full bath, laundry area, kitchen, dining room, and a covered porch—great for relaxing in the mountain air. Upstairs, you’ll find a third bedroom with an ensuite bath for added privacy. Just steps from your front door, a scenic trail leads directly to Bass Lake and Moses Cone Memorial Park, where you can hike, fish, or simply enjoy the outdoors. Chetola Resort amenities include an on-site restaurant, bar, spa, indoor pool, fitness center, fitness classes, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and a lake for kayaking, paddle boating, or canoeing. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy fly fishing trips arranged through Chetola or visit the Shooting Reserve. Short walk to downtown Blowing Rock, you’ll have easy access to boutique shops and outstanding restaurants. This property is for those who want to enjoy the benefits of ownership without the hassle of maintenance. A well-established system is already in place so all you have to do is enjoy yourself, and even weekly cleaning is handled for you. Owners may trade weeks with other shareholders. All-inclusive dues of $950 per quarter cover the POA regular quarterly dues, utilities, routine maintenance, weekly cleaning, supplies, property taxes, and management fees—everything you need for a stress-free getaway. Appalachian #5 is ready for you—just bring your clothes and start making memories!

160 Manor View Lane (12.5% Share)Apt#5 Appalachian Unit 5, Blowing Rock
158 River View Lane, Blowing Rock
$798,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,120 SqFt. ⋅ 0.455 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Retreat to this gorgeous riverfront mountain getaway. Newer construction with high ceilings and an open-concept interior featuring sliding barn doors and modern lighting throughout. This turnkey property is perfect for a high-volume short-term rental with a fire pit and hot tub for evenings relaxing over the New River below. Beautifully designed with a Scandinavian modern aesthetic and furnishings, it’s ready to enjoy for a weekend getaway or Airbnb. This is a proven short-term rental with excellent rental history, located minutes from Boone, Blowing Rock, and all the amenities the High Country has to offer. With no HOA or rental restrictions, this VRBO rental revenue totaled approximately $74,665 in 2024 and $92,820 in 2025, with supporting rental documentation available to qualified buyers. The home continues to operate as an active short-term rental.

158 River View Lane, Blowing Rock
2472 Flat Top Road, Blowing Rock
$645,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2,379 SqFt. ⋅ 1.17 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Location! Location! Location! This very charming mountain chalet is situated on a picturesque 1.17 acres just 6 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock. This home has one of most idyllic settings in The High Country with a large flat yard and creek fed pond. The property is bordered on three sides by Blue Parkway Land which guarantees privacy for years to come. The home features 3 bedrooms on the main level, including a primary suite, as well as a large open living room with vaulted ceilings, a soaring stone fireplace, a spacious kitchen, and a 1-car garage. Downstairs, you will find a bonus/office space, laundry room, a large den with built in bar and stone fireplace, storage room, and an oversized garage bay with a 12' garage door that would make a perfect workshop or mechanics garage. Conveniently located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway and less than 5 minutes to Appalachian Ski Mountain.

2472 Flat Top Road, Blowing Rock
164 Sweet Meadow Trail, Blowing Rock
$1,149,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,347 SqFt. ⋅ 0.15 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Classic Sweetgrass mountain cottage of your dreams! "Sweet Meadow Cottage" overlooks the pristine 22-acre lake, the community lake house and fitness center is nearby, and with Boone Fork Creek native trout stream just behind, and beautiful trails (some are strenuous, and some are easy), this location is unlike any other! A big covered front porch with wood-burning stone fireplace and view of the lake provides serene outdoor living and breezy comfort! Indoors, there are beautiful new kitchen appliances, great new furnishings and fixtures, authentic, hand-crafted heritage wormy chestnut wainscoting, and vaulted great room with full-height stone fireplace. Also on the main floor you'll find the primary king-suite with ensuite bathroom complete with soaking tub, shower and double sinks. For convenience, there is a powder room on the main floor as well. Upstairs, there is a loft sitting area, charming bunk space, and a king-size guest suite with its own beautiful ensuite bathroom. The attached 6X6 potting shed provides more storage space. The detached garage has 323 SF of additional finished living space upstairs, with new bunks, sofa, TV, and its own mini-split heating/AC system! A beautiful fitness center and lake house, trails, fishing (catch and release), canoeing/kayaking, beautiful native landscaping, and more are just a few steps away. With the Blue Ridge Parkway 1/2 mile away, and the town of Blowing Rock 6 miles away, there are tons of activities, restaurants, shopping, and all the best of mountain pleasures ready to enjoy! Beautifully and completely furnished--Bring your fishing pole, camera, canoe, bicycle, and/or kayak. Gate code, shown by appointment only.

164 Sweet Meadow Trail, Blowing Rock
Lot 408 TBD Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock
$150,000
1.162 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the opportunity to build your dream mountain retreat on this beautiful 1.162-acre homesite in the Ledges section of Firethorn, ideally located between Blowing Rock and Boone. The property offers a relatively level and easily accessible building site, with a natural slope toward the rear that creates an excellent opportunity for a daylight basement and additional living space. Mature trees and native rhododendrons provide a natural buffer and a peaceful mountain setting. Firethorn is a gated mountain community known for its natural beauty and approximately 15 acres of shared common areas, including a clubhouse with a full kitchen, community hiking trails, a pond, trout-fishing streams, and convenient access to the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and nearby National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway. The Ledges section maintains architectural standards designed to preserve the character and quality of the community, including a minimum 2,400-square-foot home with at least 1,500 square feet on the main level, excluding garages and decks. Short-term rentals are not permitted, helping maintain the peaceful residential atmosphere. The seller has completed a soil evaluation and obtaining a four-bedroom septic permit, providing an excellent head start for future construction. With its desirable location, generous size lot, natural setting, and exceptional community amenities, this property offers a rare opportunity to create mountain home just minutes from the amenities of Blowing Rock and Boone.

Lot 408 TBD Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock
158 Alpine Village Drive Unit Cabins 1-6, Blowing Rock
$2,275,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 803 SqFt. ⋅ 4.691 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover a unique opportunity to acquire a proven, income-producing mountain resort just minutes from the heart of Blowing Rock. Alpine Village features SIX charming rental cabins ideally positioned only ½ mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway, 1.5 miles from Main Street Blowing Rock, and less than 5 miles from downtown Boone—placing guests in the center of the High Country's most sought-after destinations. With a 2025 rolling revenue exceeding $271,000, this established short-term rental property offers immediate cash flow and strong return-on-investment potential. The resort is being offered with a pipeline of future reservations, allowing the next owner to begin generating income from day one. Location remains one of the property's greatest competitive advantages. This section of the Blue Ridge Parkway attracts more than half a million visitors annually, while nearby Highway 321 carries an average daily traffic count exceeding 17,500 vehicles according to NCDOT data. The combination of exceptional visibility, accessibility, and proximity to major attractions continues to drive strong occupancy and repeat visitation. Situated on approximately 4.6 acres, the property presents significant value-add opportunities for future expansion. Potential enhancements include event venues, additional guest amenities, or the exploration of new building sites, creating multiple avenues for increased revenue and long-term appreciation. The resort consists of three one-bedroom cabins and three two-bedroom cabins, each thoughtfully designed to maximize guest appeal with hot tubs, cozy gas fireplaces, and authentic mountain charm. Adding to the guest experience is frontage along Middle Fork Creek/New River, where visitors can relax in inviting outdoor common areas while enjoying the peaceful sights and sounds of flowing water. For more than four decades, this property has welcomed visitors seeking an authentic High Country retreat. Its long-standing reputation, proven operating history, and exceptional location make Alpine Village a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing hospitality asset in one of North Carolina's most desirable mountain destinations.

158 Alpine Village Drive Unit Cabins 1-6, Blowing Rock
Lot 220 TBD Stack Rock Way, Blowing Rock
$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. Shared well agreement in place and recorded with the county. 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.

Lot 220 TBD Stack Rock Way, Blowing Rock
Lot 134 TBD Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock
$55,000
1.559 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.

Lot 134 TBD Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock
234 STRINGFELLOW Lane Unit 4, Blowing Rock
$1,230,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,622 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Thoughtfully renovated, professionally styled, and boasting a very impressive and CURRENT rental track record. For the current year, this property has almost 100k 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. See video link at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmyYKKxVJTE

234 STRINGFELLOW Lane Unit 4, Blowing Rock
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