Marc and Kathie Childers, High Country real estate advisors
Marc & Kathie Childers Childers Realty Group
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We're Marc and Kathie Childers, a husband-and-wife real estate team helping people buy and sell throughout North Carolina's High Country. Whether you're exploring from another state or preparing to sell a place you love, we'll share honest perspective, thoughtful guidance, and the space to make the decision that's right for you.

Featured property | Jefferson, NC

271 Quail Hollow Road

Wooded acreage, multiple decks, and a home ready for its next chapter.

See the property from every angle: authentic photos, a detailed three-level floor plan, a Zillow 3D tour, and clearly labeled virtual staging that helps buyers imagine the possibilities.

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135 Silver Eagle Trail, Banner Elk

$2,990,000

4 Beds ⋅

6 Baths ⋅

265218 MLS

Welcome to The Refuge at Eagles Nest, a furnished mountain retreat with sweeping long-range views, beautiful custom finishes, and inviting spaces to gather, set on 2.33 acres in the community’s Sunset section. Built in 2019, this home offers 4,083 square feet of heated living space with four bedrooms, five full bathrooms, one half bath, and an additional bunk room. Positioned between Great Camp and Camp Eagles Nest, the property captures layered mountain scenery with sunrise and sunset views. Reclaimed red oak floors, soaring vaulted ceilings, and a striking stone gas fireplace bring warmth and character to the open main living area, where expansive windows frame the surrounding mountains. The gourmet kitchen features a Wolf gas range and flows into the dining and living spaces for easy entertaining. The main-level primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with double vanities, a tiled shower, and a distinctive hammered copper soaking tub. Upstairs, two bedrooms, a bunk room, and a loft provide flexible space for guests, while the lower level features an additional bedroom and bath, a spacious recreation area, a custom bar, and a second gas fireplace. Multiple decks extend the living space outdoors, with a covered gathering area and outdoor fireplace overlooking the mountains, plus a hot tub on the lower deck. A fire pit, fenced outdoor area, fiber-optic internet, and two-car garage add convenience and appeal. Offered furnished with select exclusions, this property allows short-term rentals and has rental history available. Enjoy Eagles Nest’s hiking and ATV trails, fitness center, pickleball and tennis courts, dog park, and river access, as well as the Eagles Nest Winery and dining at Epic Chophouse. Nearby Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, and Sugar Mountain offer additional dining, shopping, and year-round recreation.

135 Silver Eagle Trail, Banner Elk

1206 River Stone Drive, Laurel Springs

$975,000

4 Beds ⋅

3 Baths ⋅

265204 MLS

Escape to the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains with this exceptional, fully furnished mountain retreat located at 1206 Riverstone Drive in Laurel Springs, North Carolina. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, vacation home, or turnkey investment property, this stunning home offers comfort, space, and breathtaking mountain views. This gated community of River Stone has access to the New River and a covered picnic area with grills. Designed with an inviting open-concept floor plan, this spacious home features 4 bedrooms/ 3 baths plus a large bonus room. The thoughtfully designed layout includes three bedrooms on the main level, including the primary suite, while the second floor offers an additional bedroom and bonus room, creating the perfect space for guests, a home office, or recreation. The heart of the home is the beautifully appointed kitchen, complete with a walk-in pantry, owner’s storage closet, and a convenient laundry room just off the kitchen. Gorgeous hardwood floors with two beautiful hardwood pillars flow throughout the main living areas, and the cozy propane gas fireplace creates the perfect setting for relaxing after a day in the mountains. Step outside onto the spacious wrap around porch, where you’ll enjoy panoramic mountain views while relaxing in the hot tub or entertaining family and friends with the included outdoor furniture. Even better, this property is being sold completely turnkey. All furniture, kitchenware, dishes, glasses, pots, pans, coffee maker, and household essentials are included—simply bring your suitcase and start enjoying mountain living from day one. As an added bonus, the sale includes an additional adjoining lot that is already cleared, features a completed driveway, and is ready for development, offering endless possibilities for building a guest home, garage, investment property, or creating additional privacy.

1206 River Stone Drive, Laurel Springs

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