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$459,900
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,944 SqFt. 1.6 Acres ACTIVE Status
Welcome to a beautiful Boone retreat on approximately 1.6 acres with a peaceful mountain setting, generous outdoor living space, and flexible interior layout. This home offers the best of High Country living: privacy, room to gather, and easy access to Boone, Appalachian State University, downtown dining, shops, outdoor recreation, and the Blue Ridge Parkway area. Inside, the home feels warm, inviting, and thoughtfully arranged, with multiple living spaces that make it easy to spread out. The main living room offers a comfortable conversation area, with a cozy wood stove and a relaxed gathering space. The dining area flows naturally toward the kitchen, creating an easy layout for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is bright and functional with a good connection to the surrounding living areas. A laundry room adds both convenience and charm, with a clean modern feel that makes even practical spaces feel polished. The home includes three bedrooms plus an additional office/flex room, giving buyers options for working from home, guest space, hobbies, or additional sleeping space depending on their needs. The primary suite includes a private bath with double vanity, soaking tub, and full shower. The hall bath includes a tub/shower combination. Outdoor living is the major highlight. Enjoy a spacious covered porch and expansive deck with room for seating, dining, grilling, and relaxing in the mountain air. The yard contains a pond with flowing water feature. With an inviting front approach, usable outdoor areas, and a fire pit setting that makes the property feel especially welcoming. A detached storage shed provides valuable outdoor storage for tools, equipment, bikes, gardening supplies, or seasonal items. You will have privacy that can be hard to find this close to Boone! Whether a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or flexible High Country property with room for guests and work-from-home living, this home offers comfort in a beautiful setting!

984 Cobbs Creek Road, Boone

$1,900,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 3,376 SqFt. 1.458 Acres ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 1009 Larkspur Trail, an exceptional mountain retreat nestled in the heart of historic Valle Crucis, where luxury, privacy, and breathtaking scenery come together in perfect harmony. Enjoy commanding 180-degree long-range mountain views, with the flexibility to selectively trim trees for spectacular year-round panoramic vistas or preserve the mature landscape for the secluded setting it provides. Thoughtfully designed and impeccably maintained, this like-new custom home showcases quality craftsmanship and intentional design in every detail. The heart of the home is a stunning kitchen featuring abundant workspace, a spacious dining area, and an oversized walk-in pantry. Expansive windows throughout the home flood the interior with natural light while framing the surrounding mountain landscape. The dramatic great room is the centerpiece of the home, boasting soaring cathedral ceilings and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. The primary suite offers a private retreat with direct access to its own screened porch and deck on the second level. The luxurious primary bath features an oversized walk-in shower, expansive counter space with dual vanities, and a dedicated makeup vanity, creating a spa-like retreat. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home embraces seamless indoor-outdoor living with expansive low-maintenance Trex decks on every level—including the basement, main floor, and upper level. The outdoor living space features a hot tub, sauna, outdoor shower, and a bathroom, allowing you to enjoy the mountain lifestyle in every season. The lower level offers outstanding flexibility with a kitchenette and private living space, making it ideal for extended family, guests, or the possibility of generating rental income while maintaining privacy for the main and upper floors. Additional features include low-maintenance smart siding, a two-car garage, a large finished storage area complete with high-end waterproof, kid-proof, and pet-proof luxury vinyl flooring, two paved parking areas that have been recoated recently, generous storage throughout, dimmer switches throughout, and countless custom touches reflecting exceptional attention to detail. The home is thoughtfully wired with dedicated Christmas lighting and patio lighting packages, making seasonal decorating and outdoor entertaining effortless. Select high-end furniture conveys with the home, allowing the next owner to immediately enjoy the refined mountain lifestyle this property offers. Outdoor furniture is negotiable. Whether you're searching for a luxury primary residence, mountain getaway, or investment opportunity, 1009 Larkspur Trail delivers the perfect balance of elegance, comfort, privacy, and spectacular High Country beauty. Perfectly positioned to offer both privacy and convenience, the home is located just 4.7 miles from Highway 105, 4.4 miles from the Original Mast General Store, 4.2 miles from Valle Crucis Community Park Road, 10.2 miles from the Town of Banner Elk, and 11 miles from Appalachian State University.

1009 Larkspur Trail, Banner Elk

$795,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 3,168 SqFt. 1.51 Acres ACTIVE Status
I am excited to share a new listing on the market for the first time. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom private home is located just minutes from everything the High Country has to offer. The main level features an open floor plan with vaulted tongue-n-groove ceilings, hardwood floors, and a wall of windows providing mountain views and natural light. Highlights include a floor-to-ceiling rock wall with a wood-burning stove and custom wood features throughout. The kitchen is ideal for large gatherings, offering ample counter space and cabinets galore, a breakfast area, and direct access to the screened in porch and spacious deck and garage. You will also find a large pantry and laundry closet in the kitchen. The primary bedroom is conveniently located on the main level with a spacious en-suite and walk-in-closet, alongside a guest bedroom, full bathroom, and a multi functioning room. The lower level contains an additional bedroom and bathroom, plus a large bonus space with a propane fireplace and lower deck access. Additional feature is a large workshop (9.10' X 20') off of the garage. This space will make a great art studio or workout room or whatever you desire. Located just 10 minutes from Valle Crucis Community Park and the new elementary school and only 15 minutes from Boone and ASU, this property combines peaceful mountain privacy with convenient access to Blowing Rock and Banner Elk. This move-in-ready home is perfect as a mountain getaway or a full-time residence.

581 New Homestead Drive, Vilas

$399,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,706 SqFt. 1.09 Acres ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Turnkey, fully furnished, and set along the tranquil shores of Trout Lake, 265 Trout Lake Road offers a rare opportunity to own a true waterfront retreat in the highly sought-after gated community of Powder Horn Mountain. Just minutes from Boone, Blowing Rock, and the best of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this beautifully updated mountain home blends the serenity of nature with the comfort and convenience of modern living. Perfectly positioned on a private 1.2-acre double lot—recombined to provide the benefit of a single POA fee—the property enjoys exceptional lake frontage, mature hardwoods, and the soothing sounds of a nearby mountain stream. Wake each morning to sparkling water views, sip your coffee on the expansive covered porch, cast a line from your own backyard, or gather around the fire pit as the sun sets over the lake. Every season brings a new reason to fall in love with this remarkable setting. Designed for effortless mountain living, the thoughtfully planned main-level layout features three bedrooms and two full baths, including a peaceful lakeside primary suite with an en-suite bath and private access to the covered porch. The updated kitchen is equipped with modern appliances and a breakfast bar that flows seamlessly into the dining area, where panoramic lake views create the perfect backdrop for everyday meals and entertaining alike. At the heart of the home, a stunning stone fireplace anchors the spacious living room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Currently fitted with gas log inserts for convenience, the fireplace can easily be converted back to a traditional wood-burning fireplace. An additional flex space offers the perfect spot for a game table, home office, or cozy reading nook. Numerous recent improvements provide peace of mind, including new bedroom carpet, central air conditioning and heat pump, PEX plumbing, a 200-amp electrical panel, water heater, washer and dryer, refrigerator, range, microwave, and high-speed fiber internet—making the home equally suited for full-time living, a weekend escape, or a high-performing vacation rental. The generous driveway provides ample parking for family and guests, while the property's natural privacy enhances the feeling of being tucked away in your own mountain sanctuary. Residents of Powder Horn Mountain enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities, including a beautifully renovated clubhouse, swimming pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, trout fishing, miles of hiking trails, a chapel, campground, and a gated entrance with monitored access. Although situated directly on Trout Lake, the property is not located within a floodplain and, according to the owner, has no history of flood damage. Whether you're searching for a peaceful full-time residence, a turnkey second home, or an exceptional investment opportunity, 265 Trout Lake Road delivers an unmatched combination of waterfront living, modern updates, abundant amenities, and timeless High Country charm.

265 Trout Lake Road, Deep Gap

$650,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,188 SqFt. 2.83 Acres ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home situated on a scenic combined lot in the desirable gated Daisy Ridge development which is just 1.5 mi from Hwy 105, boasting a coveted Valle Crucis location on Broadstone Road. Although it does have a Banner Elk mailing address, it is in Valle Crucis, Watauga County (and part of the Watauga County school area). The road and driveway are fully paved. This property offers stunning mountain views year-round while being just minutes from the iconic Mast General Store and other landmarks. It is nice to be able to reach the Valle Crucis Community Park and the new Valle Crucis Elementary School without having to drive on the main highway! The house is tucked perfectly away from the road, and provides excellent privacy without feeling isolated. The outdoor living spaces are a true highlight, featuring a large porch, a covered deck, and an uncovered deck for entertaining or simply taking in the mountain air. A portion of the backyard is already fenced and ready for pets. Ready to move in, or ready to be updated to the buyer’s tastes. Come find your new home… at the top of a mountain… in the beautiful trees… at Daisy Ridge. Key Features: Efficient Comfort: Two separate furnaces provide zoned heating for each floor, helping to save on winter utility costs. Cozy Atmosphere: Propane gas logs anchor the living room. Peace of Mind: An automatic backup generator keeps the essentials running during power outages.

342 Wildwood Run, Banner Elk

$342,500
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,052 SqFt. 0.23 Acres ACTIVE Status
Tucked away in the peaceful Laurelwood community just minutes from downtown Boone, this adorable 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath log cabin is full of character and offers the perfect blend of mountain charm, comfort, and convenience. Step inside to a warm and inviting interior where natural wood finishes and classic log cabin details create a cozy retreat you'll love coming home to. The kitchen flows into a spacious and comfortable living area with a beautiful stone wood burning fireplace, offering a welcoming space to retreat to after a day of exploring the High Country. The primary bedroom serves as your own private sanctuary, complete with an electric fireplace that's perfect for unwinding on a cool fall evening. Off of the primary bedroom is a versatile bonus room with direct access to the deck that could serve as a home office, art or music studio, reading nook, or whatever best suits your lifestyle, along with the full bathroom. The second bedroom, currently used as an office, easily accommodates a queen size bed and features its own convenient half bath. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee on the expansive porch, relaxing in the cool mountain air, or curling up by the fire after a day on the slopes or hiking trails, this home captures the easygoing lifestyle that makes the Blue Ridge Mountains so special. Located in a quiet neighborhood of both full time and vacation homes, you'll enjoy a peaceful setting while remaining just minutes from downtown Boone's restaurants, shopping, and Appalachian State University. The Blue Ridge Parkway is only five minutes away, offering endless scenic drives, while hiking, fishing, skiing, and countless outdoor adventures are all within easy reach. Whether you're searching for your first home, a mountain retreat with low maintenance living, or a weekend getaway, this charming cabin is a wonderful opportunity to own your own piece of the High Country and embrace mountain living.

494 Laurelwood Lane, Boone

$875,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,681 SqFt. 0.5 Acres ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this beautifully updated mountain retreat in the heart of Blowing Rock, where thoughtful improvements and timeless charm come together for effortless living. Ideally located just minutes from downtown, this home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Step inside to discover a light-filled interior featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout all three levels, complemented by designer carpet on the stairways for added warmth and durability. The kitchen has been tastefully upgraded with quartz countertops, a tumbled marble backsplash, and new GE appliances, creating a fresh and functional space for everyday living and entertaining. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with multiple decks connected by a newly added staircase providing seamless access to the backyard. A newly installed pea gravel patio offers the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain setting. Extensive recent improvements provide peace of mind and long-term value, including a new HVAC system (2022), radon mitigation system (2022), and a durable metal roof (2023). Additional updates such as stainless steel gutter guards, new exterior lighting, updated fixtures, and a freshly cleaned and soft-washed exterior further enhance the home’s appeal.With tree work completed, septic service recently performed, and every detail carefully maintained, this property is truly move-in ready. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, second home, or investment opportunity, this Blowing Rock gem offers low-maintenance mountain living at its finest.

203 Cross Creek Farm Road, Blowing Rock

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