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$275,000
22.37 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A truly exceptional High Country estate property, offering a rare combination of sweeping Grandfather Mountain views, river frontage, and more than 22 acres of natural mountain beauty. Located within the sought-after Devils Den community, this remarkable tract offers multiple potential building sites, creating an opportunity to design a mountain retreat, family compound, or legacy estate surrounded by the best of the Blue Ridge. The property’s northern boundary is enhanced by creek frontage and the dramatic presence of a waterfall, adding the soothing sound and beauty of rushing water to an already extraordinary setting. From the elevated portions of the property, expansive views stretch toward the iconic profile of Grandfather Mountain, creating a spectacular backdrop in every season. Conveniently located near Grandfather Vineyard & Winery, Hawknest snow tubing and ziplining, fishing, hiking, and countless other High Country attractions, this property offers the rare ability to enjoy a peaceful mountain setting without sacrificing accessibility. With its scale, views, water features, and development potential, this is an exceptional opportunity to create something truly special in the North Carolina High Country.

Lots 81 & 82 Tweetsie Lane, Banner Elk
$29,900
0.35000000000000003 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful lot located on a quiet street on Beech Mountain, offering a peaceful setting with a combination of partially level and wooded terrain. Enjoy an excellent location close to the Beech Mountain Golf Club and Beech Mountain Recreation Center, with the Ski Resort just minutes away. This is a great opportunity to own a piece of Beech Mountain for a future investment property, vacation rental, or private mountain retreat. Come experience all that Beech Mountain has to offer, from hiking and mountain biking to skiing and snowboarding, summer concerts, and an abundance of year-round recreational amenities. An optional membership to the Beech Mountain Club is available. New-member initiation fees and annual dues apply. Club membership provides access to an impressive array of amenities, including a private 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, a 24-hour fitness center, children’s day camp, outdoor swimming pool, slope-side clubhouse, dining, and numerous additional recreational activities.

104 North Hickory Lane, Beech Mountain
$119,900
16.41 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Over 16 acres of unrestricted land with good driveway into the site. Mostly wooded with numerous building site possibilities There are several old structures on the property of no value. Power and water are to the lot. A home structure was started and abandoned but still has water and power to the site. Owner is aware that cleanup is needed so price is reflecting that cost. Copy of the original septic permit from 1980 is available. Owner has two estimates for cleanup that she can share with potential buyers.

1768 Beaver Dam Road, Vilas
$64,900
1.3900000000000001 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the perfect setting for your dream mountain retreat on Lot 5 in Wapiti Ridge, a gated community ideally positioned between the charm of Blowing Rock and the conveniences of Boone. Tucked among the trees with beautiful mountain views, this exceptional homesite offers the peaceful, private atmosphere of a secluded High Country escape while keeping you remarkably close to everything that makes this area so desirable. The lot features gentle terrain with a roughed-in driveway started and an appealing building site, providing a wonderful canvas for a custom mountain home designed to take advantage of the surrounding natural beauty and views. A shared well is available, and a 2025 preliminary soil evaluation indicates suitability for a four-bedroom septic system. Utilities are conveniently located underground to the lot. One of Wapiti Ridge's greatest advantages is its extraordinary location. The legendary Blue Ridge Parkway and Mountains-to-Sea Trail are less than a mile away, placing miles of hiking, scenic overlooks, and outdoor recreation practically at your doorstep. Downtown Blowing Rock and Boone are just minutes away, offering exceptional dining, shopping, recreation, entertainment, and year-round High Country attractions. Located in the highly regarded Blowing Rock School district, Lot 5 at Wapiti Ridge offers an increasingly rare combination of mountain views, gentle terrain, privacy, accessibility, and proximity to two of the High Country's most sought-after destinations. Whether envisioned as a full-time residence or an elegant mountain getaway, this beautiful homesite presents an exceptional opportunity to create your own place in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Lot 5 Wapiti Way, Boone
$40,000
0.33 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nice, buildable lot with long range view potential. Home at 110 Upper Snowbird Trail has a similar lot and it has a very nice view. Only six lots down off paved Pinnacle Ridge Rd and central to Buckeye Recreation, Beech Mountain Club campuses (see Documents for information on joining this optional Club) and downtown. Enjoy the cool summers, hiking, biking, winter sledding, snowboarding, skiing, concerts, restaurants and shopping that Beech Mountain has to offer and imagine your future cabin to come back to for relaxation and enjoying a mountain view.

112 Upper Snowbird Trail, Beech Mountain
$950,000
24.06 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime development opportunity just outside Boone city limits! Offering approximately 24 acres in an exceptional location just one mile off Hwy 421 east of Boone, this mostly wooded property combines privacy, long-range mountain views, and convenient access to town. With easy paved access already in place and utilities available, the property offers tremendous potential for development, possible multiple private estates, or a secluded mountain retreat. Adding to the property’s versatility are two existing off-site wells with water rights serving the property, along with an off-site septic location; helping preserve more of the acreage for potential development and enjoyment. Ideally situated near the New River, Brookshire Park, ASU soccer fields, and the Greenway Trail, with downtown Boone and Appalachian State University just minutes away. Large acreage this close to Boone, with views, access, and items already in place, make this property an increasingly rare find.

24 acres Sarah Court Lane, Boone
$99,000
1.25 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover one of the High Country’s best kept secrets in the coveted gated community of Boulder Creek. Lot 9 Ledgestone Lane offers the rare combination of a peaceful mountain setting and exceptional convenience, located just one mile from the town limits of Boone and within minutes of two of the High Country’s most sought after mountain towns, Boone and Blowing Rock. Easy paved access leads to a great build site with beautiful mountain view potential through selective tree trimming, making this one of the few view lots within the community. Much of the preliminary groundwork has already been completed, including a site plan, a 4 bedroom septic permit on file with the Health Department and completed well feasibility. Underground utilities are also available to the property, giving you a head start toward turning your vision for a mountain home into reality. Boulder Creek features one of the most scenic gated entrances in the High Country, welcoming you with a picturesque pond, waterfall and beautifully maintained common areas. Sensible architectural and building restrictions help preserve the character of the neighborhood and protect property values. Short term rentals are not permitted, maintaining the peaceful residential atmosphere that makes this community such a special place to call home. Whether you are looking to build a full time residence or a private mountain getaway, this location offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy the serenity and privacy of a gated mountain community while remaining just minutes from dining, shopping, Appalachian State University, outdoor recreation and all the amenities of Boone and Blowing Rock. With the groundwork already in place and an exceptional location, Lot 9 is ready for you to bring your vision and create your place in the High Country. Broker Interest: Listing agent is owner.

Lot 9 Ledgestone Lane, Boone
$75,000
1.6400000000000001 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build-ready mountain lot in beautiful gated Black Bear Knoll! Lot 8 offers a cleared home site, a 3-bedroom septic permit, and longer-range mountain and ridge views—making it an excellent opportunity to begin building your Boone-area retreat. Ideally located just 10 minutes from downtown Boone, with easy access to the New River and approximately 15 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Black Bear Knoll offers a peaceful gated setting while keeping you near shopping, dining, outdoor recreation, and all that the High Country has to offer. Community restrictions require a minimum of 1,600 square feet of heated living space and prohibit short-term rentals. Bring your plans and start building!

Lot 8 Bear Cub Trail, Boone
$99,000
0.447 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Rare opportunity to build within Boone town limits! This lot offers a spacious, FLAT building site with a driveway already in place, tucked at the end of a quiet, city-maintained street. The seller also has plans and elevations for an 1,800sf home with a garage available to share, giving buyers a head start on envisioning what could be built here. The location is what really sets this property apart. Bordering Boone Greenway land, you can step right from your future home onto miles of town-maintained scenic paths, with a wooded footpath connecting to the Kennedy Trails(part of the Greenway Trail ecosystem). Whether it’s a morning walk, bike ride, or an afternoon outside, some of Boone’s best outdoor recreation is right outside your door. Grocery stores, restaurants, and a movie theater are also close by, putting everyday conveniences within easy reach while still enjoying a quiet residential setting. A nearby AppalCART stop adds even more convenience, while downtown Boone and Appalachian State University are just five minutes away. City water and sewer are already at the lot, and the property is zoned R1 residential. A hard-to-find combination of a level building site, in-town convenience, and easy access to the outdoors.

TBD Owens Drive, Boone
$40,000
1.44 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful lot within the serene and secluded Heavenly Mountain. This gently sloping lot features underground utilities, easy building site with north and east views and easy access. Ideal building site for your mountain dream home. Heavenly Mountain is a gated community with a community center, fitness rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, hiking trails, a tennis court, a swimming hole, and wildlife galore. Green, lush, big views throughout the development, it's absolutely gorgeous! The Blue Hole is a wonderful swimming hole shared with Blue Ridge Mountain Club, and it has a beautiful hike down to it. Home designs are subject to Design Guidelines and Restrictive Covenants of Heavenly Mountain. Modulars are allowed only if the modular company can set the house on the lot and has approval from the Design Review Committee. Seller has worked with Land Resources Management on renewing the septic so renewing the septic should be easy for the new buyer. There is a recent survey. This lot is located close to the gate of Heavenly Mountain so it has that sought after, easy access!

Lot 2 Heavenly Mountain Drive, Boone
$179,000
1.49 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your dream mountain home in Blowing Rock with the potential for beautiful mountain views. Combined, Lots 27 and 28 in desirable Hillwinds Estates offer approximately 1.49 acres within the Blowing Rock city limits. A topographical survey has already been completed, providing valuable information for planning and potentially reducing upfront costs associated with the building process. A significant advantage of this property is access to Blowing Rock city water and sewer, eliminating the need for a private well and septic system. Underground utilities are also available, and the property is accessed by a city-maintained road. The left side of the property, the terrain becomes more moderate, offering an area of particular interest when considering potential homesite placement. With thoughtful site planning and selective tree clearing, the property offers mountain view potential while providing the convenience of municipal services and proximity to all that Blowing Rock has to offer. Per the sellers, the property owners association is voluntary with no regular annual dues; assessments are made only when maintenance needs arise. Roads serving the property are city maintained.

Lots 27 & 28 High Ridge Lane, Blowing Rock
$34,500
2.37 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Bring your mountain home dreams to life in the beautiful High Country! Don't miss this incredibly affordable opportunity to build your custom mountain home in the picturesque Mast Farm Ridge subdivision between Valle Crucis and Sugar Grove. Nestled in a lovely neighborhood of quality homes, this property offers scenic mountain views across the valley, underground utilities, and the peaceful setting you’ve been looking for, all while being within 15 minutes from Boone. Enjoy the best of both worlds with the tranquility of mountain living and easy access to the places that make the High Country so special. Spend your days exploring the Watauga River, relaxing at Valle Crucis Park, hiking to a nearby waterfall, or browsing the iconic Original Mast General Store. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, quiet mornings with a view, or a convenient home base for enjoying everything the area has to offer, this location puts it all within easy reach. The lot includes rights to a shared well and has an expired 3 bedroom septic permit, providing a great starting point for your future plans. Whether you envision a full time residence, weekend getaway, or vacation retreat, this property offers an excellent opportunity to create your own piece of the mountains at an attractive price. Peaceful setting, beautiful views, convenient location, and an affordable path to owning a piece of the High Country. What are you waiting for?!

Lot 16 Rose Cliff Lane, Sugar Grove
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