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Featured property | Jefferson, NC

271 Quail Hollow Road

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

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480 Thistle Way, Sugar Grove

$495,000

2 Beds ⋅

2 Baths ⋅

265109 MLS

MOUNTAIN VIEWS, 3.47 PRIVATE ACRES & AUTHENTIC LOG CABIN CHARM IN VALLE CRUCIS! Discover your peaceful Blue Ridge Mountain retreat, tucked among the trees with mountain views, a usable lawn, and wonderful privacy. Just 8 miles from Boone, yet a world away from the hustle and bustle, this furnished log cabin offers an inviting escape in one of the High Country's most beloved destinations. Step inside to soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed log beams, warm wood interiors, and a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace that sets the scene for cozy mountain evenings. The inviting great room opens to the dining area and kitchen, featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. With 1,278 square feet, the cabin offers 2 bedrooms PLUS a bunk room, 1 full and 1 half bath, and a finished walkout lower level. OUTDOOR LIVING IS A HIGHLIGHT! Enjoy morning coffee on the spacious wraparound porch while taking in the mountain views and peaceful wooded surroundings. Unwind in the hot tub tucked in the trees, gather around the firepit under the stars, or enjoy the usable lawn with room for outdoor games and gatherings. Surrounded by mature trees and mountain scenery, this is a wonderful setting to relax, recharge, and enjoy nature throughout the seasons. RECENT IMPROVEMENTS include a NEW ductless mini-split heating and cooling system (March 2026), NEW water heater (September 2026), radon mitigation system, and shared road improvements. Additional features include a built-in basement dehumidifier and FIBER-OPTIC INTERNET, offering the convenience of modern connectivity in a peaceful mountain setting. Exterior pressure washing and deck painting are planned for early November. LOCATION, LOCATION! Explore the charm of historic Valle Crucis, North Carolina's first Rural Historic District, with the Watauga River nearby and favorite destinations just minutes away. Spend afternoons at Valle Crucis Community Park, browse the original Mast General Store, hike Crab Orchard Falls, or enjoy local favorites including Pearl's Kitchen, The Mast Farm Inn, and River Birch Nordic Sauna. Fishing, hiking, scenic drives, and outdoor adventures abound. When winter arrives, enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing at the High Country's popular mountain resorts before returning to your own cozy fireside retreat. Offered FURNISHED, with short- and long-term rentals permitted, this property offers flexibility as a personal mountain getaway, second home, or investment property. Whether you're escaping the city for weekends, working remotely surrounded by nature, or seeking a four-season mountain retreat, you'll love the timeless appeal of Valle Crucis. MOUNTAIN VIEWS, WOODED PRIVACY & BLUE RIDGE LIVING AWAIT!

480 Thistle Way, Sugar Grove

125 Forest Lake Lane, West Jefferson

$355,000

2 Beds ⋅

1 Baths ⋅

264964 MLS

Discover a turnkey investment opportunity that combines flexible living arrangements with a mountain lifestyle, featuring a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment below. Located within Blue Ridge Manor, where Ashe Lake offers opportunities for kayaking, canoeing or fishing, this updated home also provides convenient access to West Jefferson, Boone and Blowing Rock. The main level features an open living and dining area, a recently renovated kitchen with updated appliances and a bathroom renovated in 2024. Natural light enhances the living spaces, while the covered deck, accessible from the kitchen and dining area, provides a place to enjoy nearby mountain views. The independent lower-level apartment adds versatility, with its own living accommodations and separate exterior entrance. Both levels feature electric fireplaces, washers and dryers. Five window air conditioning units provide additional comfort throughout the property. Outdoor amenities include a backyard fire pit, a chimnea on the open front deck and a covered deck for relaxing or entertaining. Additional highlights include a retaining wall constructed in 2026 and furnishing included with few exceptions. With its thoughtful layout, recent improvements and separate lower-level accommodations, this property offers flexibility for personal use or potential investment opportunities. *Note that adjoining lot is being sold which provides extra lawn areas and a total of four parking spots (non-shared).

125 Forest Lake Lane, West Jefferson

1026 Rash School Road, Creston

$1,050,000

2 Beds ⋅

4 Baths ⋅

265041 MLS

Watch your horses graze against a backdrop of beautiful mountain views at 1026 Rash School Road in Creston, NC, where 10.67 unrestricted acres, fenced pasture, and an inviting mountain home with a separate lower-level apartment bring your vision of High Country equestrian living to life. Offered fully furnished, this property combines the comforts of home with flexibility for hosting guests, accommodating extended family, or exploring rental opportunities. The home is served by a two-bedroom septic system and offers four sleeping areas and four full bathrooms across three levels, providing a versatile layout with room to spread out. A 30-by-50-foot barn, fenced pasture with a run-in shelter, and a fenced dog run/paddock support life with your animals close to home. A 15-by-30-foot garden shed provides generous space for tools, supplies, and equipment, while an attached covered carport adds everyday convenience. The covered wraparound porch offers a peaceful place to enjoy morning coffee, watch your horses graze, and take in the mountain scenery. Inside, custom oak hardwood flooring and a stone propane fireplace bring warmth and character to the main living area. The beautifully finished kitchen features leathered granite countertops, an eat-in island, and a walk-in pantry, creating a welcoming space for preparing meals and gathering after a day outdoors. The main-level primary suite features direct porch access, a generous walk-in closet, and a spacious bathroom with double vanities, a whirlpool tub, and an oversized, beautifully tiled shower. A second main-level bedroom provides flexibility for use as an office, with another full bathroom also accessible from the living area. A main-level laundry/mudroom makes the transition from outdoor activities to the comforts of home easy. Upstairs, a large loft provides an additional sleeping area, accompanied by a full bathroom and abundant storage. The lower level offers even more versatility. An art and pottery studio provides space for creative pursuits and could also serve as a fitness room or office. A separate apartment includes a living room, full kitchen, bunk room outfitted with four built-in bunks, and a full bathroom with a stackable washer and dryer. Its separate layout allows you and your guests or extended family to enjoy privacy, while the interior connection can easily be opened back up to join the apartment with the upstairs living spaces. Keep the upper levels for your own enjoyment and explore renting the lower level, or enjoy the entire home together. A large storage area completes this floor. With no deed restrictions, the possibilities extend from an equestrian homestead to a mountain getaway with flexible living arrangements. Easily accessible to Boone, Banner Elk, Mountain City, and West Jefferson, the property offers a peaceful country setting within reach of the High Country’s dining, shopping, skiing, hiking, and year-round recreation. Whether you envision keeping your horses close, pursuing creative interests, or gathering with family and friends, this furnished Creston retreat combines beautiful mountain views, practical equestrian amenities, and the freedom to make it your own.

1026 Rash School Road, Creston

420 Spring Creek Drive, West Jefferson

$1,550,000

3 Beds ⋅

3 Baths ⋅

265093 MLS

12.25 acres with a flowing creek, bordering more than 1,133 acres of North Carolina Game Lands for added privacy and recreational opportunities only 15 minutes to West Jefferson. This stunning Western-style log cabin offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bonus rooms, and 3 baths. You won't see many homes built like this in the High Country! An income-producing property, it brought in $70,000 in rental income in 2025 with frequent owner use. With less frequent owner use, attached projections from a third party, boutique-style management company estimate $95,000–$110,000 in annual rental income. Enter from the covered rocking-chair front porch into a great room anchored by a massive stone, wood-burning fireplace. The great room opens to a large deck with a hot tub, where you can relax and enjoy the sound of the creek. Socialize off the deck to your guests down at the large fire pit beside the deck. The main level offers the option of one-level living: two bedrooms, a full bath, kitchen, laundry, great room, and main deck access. Upstairs, a loft with two small decks allows for a game room or second living area for guests. One deck overlooks the fire pit and one overlooks the front of the home. Upstairs you will also find the primary suite with a large bath and sitting deck off the back of the home. Enjoy your morning coffee before heading downstairs to start your day. The lower level includes two bonus rooms, a full bath, storage, and access to the two-car garage, which could be converted into a large game area or additional living space. A paved driveway with ample flat parking adds convenience for guests. The low HOA fees make this tranquil setting even more appealing. Home is being offered fully furnished. If you’re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of App State and Boone’s college-town atmosphere, this is the perfect mountain getaway. West Jefferson has many storefronts, restaurants, and coffee shops similar to those in Boone, Banner Elk, and Blowing Rock. Enjoy the privacy of the property while staying near town. This is a very easy drive from downtown West Jefferson, with only two turns to reach the cabin. Come see this Western style log cabin for yourself.

420 Spring Creek Drive, West Jefferson

136 On The Rocks, Boone

$545,000

2 Beds ⋅

2 Baths ⋅

265101 MLS

This is a house that wants company. Walk through the iron gate and up the stone steps, with tall evergreens on both sides, and you land on a sunny deck right outside the front French doors. It's a great spot for coffee in the morning or a glass of wine while dinner gets going. From there the deck keeps going. It wraps around the house under big old hardwoods, and every turn gives you another place to settle in. Set up a long table at the far corner and eat dinner up in the treetops. Pull a few chairs into the shade for the folks who'd rather visit than cook. Around the side, the patio has an outdoor fireplace for cool mountain nights, plus a concrete pad that's already wired for a hot tub. All you have to do is pick one out. And when the bottle runs dry, there's no trip to the store. Just walk out back to the wine cave and grab another. Inside, the main living room has a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, a stone fireplace with a wood mantel, and built-in shelves on each side. Big windows and glass doors pull in the light and put you right back out on the deck. The galley kitchen keeps everything close, with lots of white cabinets, tile counters, and a window over the sink that looks into the trees. It has its own sliding door to the deck too, so food goes from the stove to the table in a few steps. A bedroom and a full bath with a walk in shower are on this level, and a second bedroom is upstairs. Then there's the lower level, and this is where your guests are going to want to stay. It's a finished basement with its own entrance, so visitors can come and go on their own schedule. There's a big open room with a second stone fireplace, a full bath with a walk in shower, and a kitchen with a stove, fridge, and sink. Laundry is down here too, along with a large closet and a storage room. Step out the door to a covered porch that looks straight into the woods. Friends who come up for a long weekend will have room to spread out, and you'll still have the main level to yourself. The drive home takes you past a view of the Blue Ridge Parkway at the entrance to Parkway Forest Estates, then back into the trees just outside Boone. The big stuff has been handled. The heat pump went in around 2024, the well pump was replaced around 2021, and the line to the pump was replaced in 2025, when the well was also tested. All appliances stay, including the stacked washer and dryer and everything in both kitchens. The home is on a well and septic, and the seller reports the roof was put on in 2010. Two bedrooms, a lower level made for guests, and more deck than you'll know what to do with. Come see it in person.

136 On The Rocks, Boone

491 Waterside Drive Unit 2, Blowing Rock

$750,000

2 Beds ⋅

2 Baths ⋅

264903 MLS

Enjoy mountain living at its best in this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in the desirable Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock! Former model condo and established Short Term Rental in Chetola Resort's rental program. Featuring an open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout the main living area, and a beautiful stone fireplace, this condo is a warm and welcoming mountain retreat. Take in the beautiful wooded mountain views from your private balcony or enjoy the peaceful, park-like setting. The primary bedroom is large with a walkin closet and the main bathroom features a relaxing garden whirlpool tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. This particular 2 Bedroom floorplan offers an additional flex space alcove just off the living area that can be used as a reading nook, additional sleeping space, or office etc. There is a grill and picnic table just off the end of the building. Conveniently located a short distance from Moses Cone Memorial Park and its scenic walking trails, and Main Street with its great selection of restaurants and shopping, this property offers easy access to the beauty of the High Country. Optional club membership is available, providing access to wonderful amenities including fishing, tennis, pickleball, and an indoor swimming pool. Whether you're looking for a mountain getaway, vacation home, or full-time residence, this Chetola condo offers the perfect blend of comfort, scenery, and recreation! Short-term and long-term rentals are permitted, owner-pet-friendly and being sold furnished.

491 Waterside Drive Unit 2, Blowing Rock

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