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$23,050
0.9540000000000001 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Experience the opportunity to build your mountain getaway in the sought-after gated community of Powder Horn Mountain. Combined Lots 125 and 126 Elk Ridge offer exceptional value with only one Property Owners Association fee, while providing privacy, flexibility and the potential for long-range mountain views with selective tree trimming. Conveniently located near the back gate for easy access, this homesite is accessible from a paved road and offers multiple potential entry points for building. With a current three-bedroom septic permit already on file, plus underground power, fiber internet and community water available, much of the groundwork is in place to begin bringing your mountain vision to life. Powder Horn Mountain is beloved for its welcoming sense of community and resort-style amenities. Enjoy the peace of a manned gated entrance along with access to a clubhouse featuring a fitness center and game room, multiple ponds, scenic hiking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, a chapel, campground with trout waters and frequent organized community events. Whether you are looking for outdoor adventure, a peaceful retreat or an active social atmosphere, Powder Horn offers a lifestyle unlike any other. Short-term and long-term rentals are allowed, creating flexibility for personal enjoyment or income-producing potential. Located just minutes from Boone, Blowing Rock and the High Country’s most popular attractions, ski resorts, dining and shopping, this property offers the perfect balance of mountain serenity and convenience. A rare opportunity to secure two combined lots in one of the area’s most established gated communities and create the mountain home or investment property you have been dreaming of.

TBD Elk Ridge Road, Deep Gap
$235,000
1.1 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Ready to build your High Country getaway? Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the gated SweetGrass community, this mostly level-to-gently rolling homesite offers favorable topography, potential views of Grandfather Mountain, and a valuable head start on construction. A septic permit is in place through 2031, with access to a shared well and utilities already at the lot—saving future owners time and upfront planning. SweetGrass offers the peaceful mountain setting buyers want without sacrificing convenience. Community amenities include hiking trails, a fitness center, private lake, and river access, all just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. With no rental restrictions, the property offers flexibility for a full-time residence, second home, or investment retreat. Bring your plans and start creating your place in the mountains.

TBD Owls Brow Ridge, Blowing Rock
$99,000
2.88 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Your Ideal Mountain Homesite! This exceptional lot offers the perfect blend of convenience, natural beauty, and readiness for your dream home. Located between Boone and Blowing Rock, you’ll enjoy easy access to dining, shopping, outdoor recreation, and year-round activities. The lot comes with a 3-bedroom septic permit, well permit, and a valid construction authorization permit—saving you time and money. Grading already begun, and the homesite is clearly marked, making it easy for you and your builder or architect to envision your mountain retreat. Enjoy the peace and privacy of a quiet neighborhood, with the added charm of a bordering stream and a scenic mountain view. Don’t miss this rare opportunity—schedule your visit today

TBD Wyeth Drive, Blowing Rock
$99,000
10 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked away in the heart of the High Country, this exceptional property on Kellersville Road offers a rare opportunity to own a slice of the Blue Ridge Mountains at their finest. Featuring a beautiful flowing creek with small cascading waterfalls and beautiful rock outcroppings, the land delivers the peaceful sounds of nature and a stunning natural backdrop year-round. Multiple ideal building sites are spread across the property, giving you flexibility to design your dream mountain home, family retreat, or investment getaway. Enjoy easy access directly from the main road, plus a deeded easement through Moonshine Lane, ensuring both convenience and privacy. Wake up to long-range mountain views, unwind by the creek, and experience the tranquility that makes Banner Elk one of North Carolina’s most desirable destinations. The only deed restrictions are "no permanent mobile homes shall be located on the property" and "no junk cars or unsightly buildings shall be placed on the property."

2438 Kellersville Road, Banner Elk
$69,900
5.16 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Tucked away in the heart of the High Country, this secluded wooded lot offers over 5 acres of peaceful mountain living in a well-established, small neighborhood. Surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty, the property offers both privacy and a true sense of escape while remaining conveniently located between Boone and Blowing Rock. The paved access road leads to a quiet cul-de-sac, ensuring no through traffic and a serene setting ideal for your future mountain retreat. An expired 4-bedroom septic permit is on file, offering a helpful starting point for development. Situated within the sought-after Blowing Rock School District, this property combines tranquility, location, and potential in one exceptional offering.

Lot 13 Shady Bark Lane, Boone
$85,000
2.63 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Rare opportunity to own this exceptional lot offering the perfect blend of value, privacy, and breathtaking views. Located in a serene, gated community of Heavenly Mountain, this lot allows you to build your dream home in a peaceful, natural setting with some of the MOST EXPANSIVE VIEWS in the High Country. Priced attractively to account for the necessary driveway installation, which will be shared with the neighboring lot. Residents also enjoy a variety of amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool and tennis court, two fitness rooms, a dedicated massage room, a meeting room, and a hiking trail leading to the popular Blue Hole.

Lot 9 Upper Rainbow Ridge Drive, Boone
$360,000
4.05 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Positioned just 8 miles from downtown Boone, this rare UNRESTRICTED 4.05-acre offering on Wildcat Road combines Lots 8 & 9 to create a truly versatile High Country property designed for those seeking space, freedom, and opportunity. Located in Deep Gap—one of the most desirable areas near Boone and West Jefferson—this unrestricted acreage delivers the kind of flexibility that is increasingly hard to find in the North Carolina mountains. With no HOA and no restrictions, this property invites you to build and live on your terms. The land features a blend of flat and gently rolling terrain, ideal for a private estate, multi-home setup, or a fully functional homestead. Each lot has 5-BEDROOM SEPTIC PERMITS and both also have well permits in place, providing a strong foundation for development and saving valuable time in the building process. A charming split rail fence outlines both lots, offering immediate structure for animals or gardening, with the option to easily add a lot divider fence if desired. Bring your chickens, start a hobby farm, create a garden oasis, or design a mountain retreat tailored to your lifestyle—this property supports it all. Enjoy close-range mountain views and the peaceful setting. Whether you’re searching for land for sale near Boone NC, acreage in Deep Gap, or a property with no restrictions in the High Country, this combined 4.05-acre tract offers a unique blend of usability, location, and long-term potential. Opportunities like this—where freedom, infrastructure, and proximity align—are few and far between.

LOT 8/9 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap
$180,000
2.01 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Located just 8 miles from downtown Boone, Lot 9 Wildcat Road offers a rare opportunity to own 2.01 acres of unrestricted land in the highly sought-after Boone/Deep Gap area. This desirable tract combines gentle, rolling topography with underground utilities to the lot already in place—making it an ideal canvas for your mountain lifestyle. The property features a 5-BEDROOM SEPTIC PERMIT and well permit, giving you a strong head start toward building your primary residence, second home, or investment property. A split rail fence surrounds both Lot 8 and Lot 9, adding character and functionality, with the option to easily install a divider fence for added privacy or separation. With no HOA and no restrictions, you have the freedom to truly live how you want—bring your chickens, start a small homestead, park your RV, or create the mountain retreat you’ve been dreaming about. Enjoy close-range mountain views and the peaceful setting while still being conveniently located to Boone, West Jefferson, and all the High Country has to offer. If you’re searching for land for sale near Boone NC that offers flexibility, usable acreage, and development-ready features, Lot 9 Wildcat Road stands out as a must-see property.

Lot 8 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap
$180,000
2.04 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Set just 8 miles from the heart of downtown Boone, this exceptional UNRESTRICTED 2.04-acre corner tract on Wildcat Road offers a rare blend of usability, natural beauty, and complete freedom. With no restrictions and no HOA, the possibilities here are truly wide open. The land itself is a nice rolling property with split rail fencing, 5 BEDROOM SEPTIC PERMIT & well permit in place — making it ready for building, farming, or creating your own private retreat. Enjoy close-range mountain views that bring the landscape to life year-round. Whether you envision a homestead, a small farm, a mountain getaway, or even a place to park your RV without limitations, this property delivers the flexibility to make it your own. If you’re searching for land near Boone or West Jefferson that offers both convenience and unrestricted potential, this is one you’ll want to experience in person. Yes! Bring your chickens!

LOT 9 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap
$279,000
28.11 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Offering 28.11+/- acres with a blend of pasture and wooded mountain land, this property presents an excellent opportunity for an estate tract, small farm, or private mountain retreat. The gravel access road has recently been improved, including a recent culvert and roadway work to better assist access toward the top of the property. The land features partial fencing, a small spring, and surrounding mountain views, with a peak elevation of approximately 3,400 feet. With usable acreage and potential for farming, gardening, or tree cultivation, this tract offers a versatile setting in a scenic High Country location.

TBD Beaver Horn Ranch Road, Vilas
$149,000
4.66 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful well laying lot in the highly sought after Valle Cay community in the heart of Valle Crucis. This is one of the largest lots in the neighborhood and it is tucked away in a peaceful corner on a knoll with plenty of privacy and the potential for 270° ridgeline and stunning panoramic pastoral and valley views over Bairds Creek with tree clearing. There is an expired septic permit for a 5 bedroom house that would need to be completed again, but gives an idea of home placement and potential. Live your mountain dream in this serene and extremely well maintained community with access to multiple lakes and ponds for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing, picnic areas for socializing or having lunch by the lake, and 3.7 miles of hiking trails for reconnecting with nature and enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds you. When you are ready to have a little adventure, you will be a short drive from all that the High Country has to offer, with Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock all within 25 minutes and the ski mountains roughly 30 minutes away. The original Mast General Store is only a couple of miles away and access to the Watauga River for fishing, floating and paddling is practically in your backyard with the new Valle Crucis access just down the road. Don't miss out on this truly rare opportunity to build your dream home on over 4.5 acres of land in one of the most pristine gated communities in the High Country!

TBD Man O War Drive, Vilas
$55,900
0.37 Acres ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Located at approximately 4,420 feet in elevation, this Beech Mountain homesite offers a fantastic opportunity near some of the area’s most desirable amenities. Situated just one block from the Beech Mountain Club’s 13-acre recreation park, owners can enjoy convenient access to tennis, pickleball, a wellness center, pool, activity building, pavilion, lawn sports, and administrative offices. The lot is also only about two and a half blocks from Lake Coffey, and close proximity to the Beech Mountain Club golf course. The building site will likely require a driveway similar to 220 Lake Road. City water, sewer, cable, and electricity are available at the site. Beech Mountain Club membership is available upon payment of the club initiation fee.

218 Lake Road, Beech Mountain
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