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$450,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 1,310 SqFt. 0.23 Acres ACTIVE Status
Immaculately Maintained Boone Home—Steps from App State! 500 Poplar Grove Road, Boone, NC 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Premier High-Country Location. Location, condition, and convenience come together beautifully at 500 Poplar Grove Road! This exceptionally well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is a rare find in the Boone market. Whether you are looking for a reliable primary residence, a peaceful mountain getaway, or a high-performing student housing investment, this property ticks every single box. The Location: A Major App State Bonus. You simply cannot beat this location. Situated just minutes from downtown Boone, the property offers a massive geographical advantage with its ultra-close proximity to Appalachian State University. Students & Faculty: Say goodbye to stressful commuting and parking hassles—getting to campus, classes, and football games is a breeze. Investors: This close-to-campus footprint places it in one of the most consistently high-demand rental corridors in the High Country. Move-In Ready & Meticulously Kept. From the moment you arrive, the pride of ownership is evident. Every corner of this 4-bedroom layout has been carefully looked after and thoughtfully maintained, ensuring a completely turnkey experience for the next owner. The thoughtful flow provides plenty of space for living, studying, and entertaining, balanced by two full bathrooms to easily accommodate a full household. Key Features at a Glance: Bed/Bath: 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms. Condition: Exceptionally clean, well-maintained, and move-in ready. Proximity: Major bonus location less than a mile to Appalachian State University and downtown Boone dining and shopping. Versatility: Ideal as a hands-off rental investment or a permanent Boone residence. Opportunities on Poplar Grove Road do not last long. Between the pristine condition and the premier App State-adjacent location, this home is a standout. Schedule your private tour today!

500 Poplar Grove Road, Boone

$699,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,169 SqFt. 0.34 Acres ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome home to "View 4 Dayz", a Beech Mountain home so striking, words barely do it justice. This architecturally unique round home is a true RARITY, offering some of the most jaw-dropping, LONG RANGE NORTHEAST VIEWS anywhere on the mountain. Perched at 4,750' elevation you feel as if you are on top of the world. Located just moments from the Beech Mountain Ski Resort, you’re steps from year-round activities such as winter skiing, mountain biking, summer concerts and endless outdoor adventure. Completely and beautifully renovated, this home delivers the elusive combination every buyer wants but almost never finds - stunning views + zero projects + total move-in readiness! The round design was intentionally positioned to capture the panoramic views from nearly every angle from the new interior windows and doors. The main level features a light-filled, inviting family room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a fully remodeled kitchen showcasing quartz counters, tile backsplash, abundant cabinetry, stainless appliances and a counter bar for additional seating. A convenient half bath sits on this level, while the primary suite impresses with a beautifully updated double sink and a custom walk-in tiled shower. The lower level offers a second family room, 2 guest bedrooms and a shared full bath. Step outside to the deck and enjoy the 2-year-old hot tub, the perfect spot to unwind after exploring Beech Mountain’s endless outdoor adventures. Major updates include: new metal roof, new decking, new windows & doors, SmartSide LP exterior siding, gutters, new floors & ceilings, electrical upgrades + more. See the attached list for a complete list of upgrades. This home is so beautifully renovated it must be seen to be appreciated. This is undoubtedly one of the most unique and view-rich homes to hit the market in Beech Mountain in quite some time. Being sold fully furnished w/ minor exclusions and is Beech Mountain Club eligible which offers member-only amenities such as fine dining, championship golf, heated outdoor pool, fitness center and pickleball/tennis courts. If the allure of Beech Mountain has been calling your name - don't wait to make this one yours!

128 Village Road, Beech Mountain

$799,900
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,508 SqFt. 0.445 Acres ACTIVE Status
Now offered with two lots—build on the second lot, keep it for added privacy, or enjoy an exceptionally spacious property. A unique opportunity to own a historic home in one of downtown Boone's most established neighborhoods. Originally built in 1915 as a Sears kit home, this property combines preserved architectural character with thoughtful updates and is located within walking distance of downtown Boone, Appalachian State University, local restaurants, breweries, bakeries, and the Farmers Market. Stone walls surround the property, which includes a covered front porch, private side deck, fenced yard, raised garden beds, and multiple outdoor living spaces. The home's historic details remain intact, including original hardwood floors, large windows, detailed trim work, and period craftsmanship throughout. The front porch provides a welcoming space to relax, while the rear entrance opens to a mudroom and brick patio beneath a pear tree. An oversized front door, reportedly salvaged from a former downtown bank, leads into a sunroom filled with natural light. The main level also features a sitting room with fireplace, adjoining living room, dining room with window seat, renovated kitchen, a flexible bedroom or office, and a full bathroom with clawfoot tub, shower, and laundry area. Located off the kitchen, the spacious primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a private entrance, and its own deck. Designed with accessibility in mind, this area can function as a primary bedroom, guest suite, in-law quarters, or separate living space. The current owners have utilized the suite as a short-term rental, generating approximately $1,800 per month. Upstairs, original beadboard walls and ceilings add character to the three additional bedrooms, bonus room, and full bathroom with walk-in shower and generous storage. An unfinished attic provides additional storage space. Outside, the property includes a garden shed, cellar workshop area, and a historic outbuilding that, rumor has it, once served as a Watauga County post office. Offering a combination of historic character, modern functionality, and a highly walkable downtown location, this property presents a rare opportunity in the Boone market. Bathroom addition in primary suite was not permitted.

218 Pine Street, Boone

$2,499,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,490 SqFt. 1.11 Acres ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 695 Goldenrod Road, a beautifully crafted mountain retreat in the gated community of Blue Ridge Mountain Club. Offered furnished with only a few exclusions, this exceptional home is move-in ready and designed to embrace the very best of luxury mountain living. Thoughtfully designed with superior craftsmanship and custom finishes throughout, the home features striking barn doors, vaulted ceilings, and an open-concept floor plan that seamlessly blends comfort and style. The spacious great room flows into a well-appointed kitchen and dining room, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. The main level offers true one-level living with a luxurious primary suite, expansive laundry/mudroom with built-in cabinetry, powder room, and direct access to the two-car garage equipped with an EV charger. A whole-house generator provides added peace of mind. Enjoy breathtaking long-range mountain views from the great room, covered deck, and every bedroom in the home. The main-level covered deck is an outdoor living destination, complete with a stone fireplace, TV, comfortable seating area, and dining space for year-round enjoyment. The lower level is equally impressive, featuring a spacious family room with a stone fireplace, wet bar with beverage cooler and ice machine, and ample space for a pool table, shuffleboard, or additional recreation. Three guest bedrooms and two full baths provide plenty of room for family and friends. Step outside to the covered lower deck where you’ll find another stone fireplace and a relaxing hot tub, all perfectly positioned to take in the spectacular mountain setting. As an owner in Blue Ridge Mountain Club, you’ll enjoy access to an unmatched collection of amenities, including the Ascent Wellness & Fitness Center, Lookout Grill, Jasper House, Watson Gap Park with pickleball, bocce ball, and horseshoes, Chetola Sporting Reserve, and The Meadows Pool & Pavilion featuring a stunning mountainside pool, pickleball courts, pavilion, and expansive Great Lawn. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearly 50 miles of hiking and UTV trails, secluded swimming holes, pristine mountain streams, and over 6,000 acres of preserved wilderness. Blue Ridge Mountain Club offers an extraordinary blend of luxury, adventure, and natural beauty, making this an exceptional opportunity to own a premier mountain home.

695 Goldenrod Road, Boone

$1,250,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,721 SqFt. 22 Acres ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Honeycreek Highlands, a rare and versatile 22-acre farm in the Cove Creek area of the High Country, just 15 minutes from Boone. At the heart of the property is a fully renovated 1930s farmhouse surrounded by rolling pasture, fenced pasture, mountain views, a meandering creek, established gardens, barns, and outbuildings. Currently operated as a small working farm, the property is well-suited for horses, livestock, gardening, homesteading, or simply enjoying the mountain lifestyle. Honeycreek Highlands can be enjoyed as it is today with outstanding long-term potential. With no zoning or deed restrictions, the acreage may lend itself to a multigenerational compound, additional residences, agritourism, or a short-term rental buildout. Several potential homesites are located higher on the property to capture broader mountain views. The farmhouse has undergone extensive renovation, including updated siding, windows, plumbing, electrical service, roof, septic system, and heating/air. A show-stopping kitchen addition completed in 2026 opened the home while preserving the warmth and character of the original structure. The oversized kitchen features vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, large windows, and custom black walnut and hickory countertops crafted from trees that came down on the property during Hurricane Helene, creating a meaningful connection between the home and its land. The spacious layout offers room for a large farmhouse dining table, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Walls of windows overlook the fenced front yard, rolling hills, gardens, and rear pasture. Double doors create a seamless connection to the outdoor living areas and large vegetable garden. An adjacent shed offers future potential as an outdoor pavilion or gathering space. The single-level home includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a new bath added with the recent expansion. Old and new have been thoughtfully blended, while wood paneling and original details preserve timeless farmhouse character. Outdoor living includes two covered front porches and a rear patio area ideal for a hot tub. The entire area around the home is fenced and accessed by an automatic gate, creating a secure space for pets and outdoor recreation. A gentle creek flows along the lower edge of the front yard. The driveway offers ample parking and leads to an oversized two-car carport incorporated into an original barn structure with generous storage. Two additional outbuildings sit near the home, including one improved with reclaimed fence wood and a concrete floor for a future studio, workshop, or creative space. The lower pasture includes a shed, chicken coop, wellhouse, and barn, while the upper fenced pasture provides generous room for horses or other animals. Beyond the established farm areas, the acreage rises toward the ridgeline with wooded terrain and striking rock outcroppings. Tucked near the end of a quaint country road just across from Cove Creek, Honeycreek Highlands feels well-insulated while remaining convenient to Boone, Valle Crucis, Watauga Lake, and destinations throughout the High Country. Rarely does a property offer this combination of usable acreage, farm infrastructure, residential charm, unrestricted potential, convenient access, and immersive natural beauty. View the virtual tour video. Honeycreek Highlands is more than a place to live—it is a property to experience, cultivate, and shape for generations to come.

419 Fletcher Branch Road, Vilas

$1,697,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 3,181 SqFt. 5.032 Acres ACTIVE Status
Perched at an incredible ~5,000-foot elevation, 200 Summit Road (also known as 200 Summit Lodge Road) is a rare mountain masterpiece offering some of the most dramatic, long-range and ski slope views on Beech Mountain. Spread across 5+ private acres and nearby 100 acres of protected North Carolina State Forest, this unique estate is an absolute paradise for nature lovers, multi-generational families, or savvy investors seeking a premium short-term rental asset. This exceptional property features two separate homes seamlessly connected by a beautiful sky-bridge walkway, creating a total of 4 bedrooms (plus two additional sleeping quarters), 5.5 bathrooms, and 3,714 square feet of heated living space. Both homes are being offered fully furnished and move-in ready. The Main House, affectionately known as "Skytop Chateau", welcomes you into a grand, light-filled living area featuring vaulted ceilings, a roaring stone fireplace, and massive walls of glass framing endless mountain layers. The main chalet includes 3 bedrooms (featuring two upper-level ensuite bedrooms) and 4.5 baths. The lower level is built for entertainment, complete with a custom wet bar, game room area, and two additional bonus sleeping spaces perfect for accommodating extra guests. The Guest House nicknamed "Chalet at the Summit", was built in 2014. This highly popular second dwelling sits atop an oversized, attached 2-car garage. It features one bedroom and one full bathroom, an updated kitchen and its own brilliant great room packed with viewing windows—serving as a completely private escape for guests or a high-demand standalone rental. Step outside onto the expansive wrap-around decks to take in the cool summer breezes or unwind around the fire pit. An optional sports membership to the prestigious Beech Mountain Club is available, unlocking exclusive access to a professional 18-hole golf course, tennis, pickleball courts, a 24-hour health club, a heated outdoor pool and private ridge-line dining. Located just over a mile from Beech Mountain Resort’s premier skiing and mountain biking, and boasting a stellar, established rental history with Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals, this is a generationally rare opportunity to own the true peak of the High Country.

200 Summit Road, Beech Mountain

$925,000
2 Beds 3 Baths 3,478 SqFt. 1.65 Acres ACTIVE Status
Exceptional long range layered mountain views and timeless craftsmanship define this beautifully maintained mountain home, offering nearly 3,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space across three levels. The versatile floor plan offers flexibility and includes three distinct living areas, an open loft, dedicated flex space, and a detached one car garage with unfinished space above, presenting outstanding potential for future expansion. Crafted with enduring quality, the home showcases timber frame details, solid wood doors, tongue and groove ceilings, hardwood floors, and an updated kitchen. The main floor offers the ease of one level living with kitchen, dining, living, bedroom, full bath, powder room, and laundry. The living and dining areas open directly onto the wraparound porch, for a seamless connection to the exceptional mountain views. The upper level is anchored by an impressive great room with soaring ceilings, an open loft, and a dramatic wall of windows that fills the room with light, framing the surrounding mountains. Just beyond, the primary suite offers a spa inspired bath with radiant heated floors, a soaking tub, and a beautifully tiled shower featuring a premium multi head shower system. The walkout lower level features a spacious media and game room with access to a large deck. The finished bonus room is ideal for an office, hobby room, or overflow guest space, and an unfinished space is currently used as a workout area and workshop. Major improvements have already been completed, allowing the next owner to enjoy the home with confidence rather than budgeting for major capital improvements. Recent updates include a new jet pump for the well (2025), new heat pump (2025), HARDIE Board ColorPlus siding (2024), new roof (2023), kitchen countertops (2021), 14 new windows (2021), a new garage and lower retaining wall (2020), a new upper retaining wall (2020), Tar Heel Basement Systems waterproofing with sump pump (2019 and 2020), a Vermont Castings gas stove fireplace (2019), a new propane furnace and dehumidifier serving the main level and basement (2018), motorized blinds in the upper living room (2018), and a new water heater (2017). The home also features a whole house water filtration system with UV purification. A pre listing home inspection is available for buyer review, while transferable warranties, including the HVAC extended warranty, HARDIE Board ColorPlus siding warranty, and Tar Heel Basement Systems warranty, provide added peace of mind. Please see the attached Home Updates Summary for a complete list of improvements. Some furnishings, along with select tools, equipment, and exercise machines, may convey. Please refer to the attached inclusions list. Enjoy a peaceful setting just 15 minutes from Boone on the growing east side of Watauga County, with convenient access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, West Jefferson, Wilkesboro, and an easy drive to Winston Salem. Combining breathtaking views, exceptional craftsmanship, remarkable flexibility, and meticulous care, this home is a rare opportunity to enjoy the very best of High Country living.

374 Tinys Mountain Drive, Deep Gap

$379,900
2 Beds 3 Baths 1,024 SqFt. 0.038 Acres ACTIVE Status
Move right into this pristine, like-new detached townhome tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, offering the perfect blend of one-level living, low-maintenance convenience, and an outstanding Boone location. Designed for easy living, this beautifully maintained home features two spacious bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite bath, plus a convenient half bath for guests. The open-concept floor plan is enhanced by soaring vaulted ceilings and a stunning stone fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space to enjoy throughout the year. The expansive kitchen is a standout, offering abundant craftsman style cabinetry, generous countertop space, and an ideal layout for everyday living or entertaining. A full-size laundry area with cabinets adds to the home's thoughtful design. Step outside to enjoy the peaceful mountain setting from the open rear deck, where wooded and mountain views provide the perfect backdrop for morning coffee or evening relaxation. A covered front porch welcomes you home and offers a comfortable spot to enjoy rainy mountain days. Perfect for full-time living or as a lock-and-leave mountain retreat, this home delivers the carefree lifestyle today's buyers are seeking. Located on the desirable east side of Boone, you'll enjoy quick access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Watauga Recreation Center, Rocky Knob Bike Park, hiking trails, nearby parks, shopping, and excellent dining. Local favorite Booneshine Brewing Company is just down the street, making it easy to enjoy one of Boone's most popular gathering spots. Exceptional condition, an unbeatable location, and outstanding value make this beautiful townhome a rare opportunity. Simply move in and start enjoying the best of mountain living. Monthly fee covers water, sewer, exterior, lawn maintenance, road maintenance, trash and master insurance policy.

141 Pitts Way Unit 127, Boone

$625,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 2,036 SqFt. 0.38 Acres ACTIVE Status
Welcome home to "Bluebird Chalet," where modern mountain living meets exceptional value. This nearly new 5 BEDROOM- 4 BATH retreat is perfectly positioned on a newly paved road just moments from Lake Coffey, scenic hiking trails and the Beech Mountain Club amenities. This home was designed to accommodate large families and the open concept layout makes entertaining easy. The main level showcases soaring vaulted ceilings, a stunning stone electric fireplace and functional kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a beautiful stone backsplash and abundant cabinetry. The multi-level floor plan offers room for everyone, including a private upper level loft bedroom with private bath. The main level has the primary bedroom suite with a spa like tub and shower enclosure plus an additional full bath for guests. The lower level has 3 additional bedrooms, a full bath and a spacious flex/game room. The home also has A/C MINI SPLIT system for added comfort. The exterior has expansive decking, a metal roof and storage shed for all your mountain gear. The home is being sold fully turnkey and ready for immediate enjoyment! The Beech Mountain Club membership can be purchased & offers several member only amenities such as fine dining, championship golf, heated outdoor pool, fitness center and pickleball/tennis courts. "Bluebird Chalet" isn't just a home, it's an opportunity to embrace the Beech Mountain lifestyle by enjoying cool summer temperatures, endless hiking and biking trails, skiing, fishing, golf, summer concerts and the unmatched charm of North Carolina's highest town. If you've been searching for a move-in-ready mountain retreat with space, style and an unbeatable location, your search ends here. "Bluebird Chalet" is ready to welcome you home.

229 Greenbriar Road, Beech Mountain

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