luxury houses for sale Watauga County, United States (page 2)

Springhaven Inn, from around 1889 or earlier, is redolent with history. In the late 19th century, it stood on the corner of Globe Road and what is now Main Street, Blowing Rock where it was a stagecoach turn station. It was a place where the horses were watered, fed and often changed on the way to the next destination, Linville. Globe Road was the only access from Lenoir, at foot of the mountains to the mountaintop villages. Since its beginnings, the cottage has been offering hospitality to Blue Ridge travelers from around world. The cottage has been a boarding house, a bed and breakfast, a popular restaurant in the 1960s and a residence at one time to the Spring family. For the past several years, Springhaven has operated as a rental property. Now, Springhaven seeks a new destiny. The cottage was moved long ago from the front to the foot of the sloping grassy lot. It is next door to the BRAHM museum and close to the Rumple and St. Mary's churches, The tract is zoned central business district which permits multiple uses. Renovate the cottage into a charming residence or turn it back into a restaurant. Build elegant condominiums on the front of the lot. The tract's zoning flexibility allows your vision to soar. Springhaven has evolved over time from simple rustic lodging and dining into a six-bedroom, 6.5-bath cottage. It is eclectic and charmingly funky as it has been renovated with the times using a variety of heating and cooling systems, plumbing and kitchen updates. The square footage of the main level is 1,925 square feet. The second floor is 1468 square feet, but the ceilings are under 8 feet high. The ceiling height disallows it from being counted in the total square footage of 3,433 square feet. This rare property is the most desirable tract available in the central business district. Blowing Rock continues to be a magnet for visitors worldwide. This historic property has incredible possibilities with only your imagination as the limit.

Conveniently located between Boone and Blowing Rock, this secluded mountain retreat offers unparalleled privacy on just under two acres of land with beautiful mountain views. The updated home features an inviting open concept on the main level, with wood floors, exposed beams, granite countertops, and a stunning stone fireplace. The main level also includes the primary bedroom with French doors that lead out onto the covered deck to enjoy the beautiful mountain views. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a full bath, while the downstairs level offers a second living space/game room, additional sleeping area, and a second gorgeous stone fireplace. This property's great location near the Blue Ridge Parkway makes it ideal for a second home, investment/rental income property, or primary residence. The home has been in a successful short-term rental program for the past few years, generating over $30,000 in annual rental revenue. Outdoor entertaining is a breeze with the hot tub, large decking, and fire pit area. This turnkey home is being sold furnished, so you can start enjoying mountain living right away. The HVAC system, including central A/C, was replaced in 2020. The laundry room has a finished floor but no ceiling, so it's not included in the finished square footage. The NC Vacation Rental Act applies to this property. Don't miss this opportunity to own a secluded mountain retreat with modern amenities and stunning views. Schedule your showing today!

Welcome to 847 Old Orchard Road, a remarkable luxury home in the serene woods with exquisite, long-range, layered views. This stunning residence, situated on 12 acres of forest, offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and craftsmanship for an unparalleled living experience. Stone entry columns and a circular driveway lead to a handsome timber-framed entry. A spacious foyer and open floor plan seamlessly connect the great room, dining area, and gourmet kitchen. Expansive windows frame breathtaking views, allowing natural light to flood the interior. The great room has soaring ceilings, a grand fireplace, and doors to a deck with a hot tub and a cozy enclosed porch with a gas fireplace. Porch screens can be changed out to plexiglass for all-season enjoyment. Main floor living includes an elegant guest room with an ensuite, a spacious laundry off the kitchen, and a primary ensuite oasis offering a quiet and serene retreat. Two additional ensuite guest bedrooms, thoughtfully designed, are on the second floor along with a spacious bonus and sleeping room and a full bath. Covered porch, stone patio, and decks provide a tranquil setting for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. An open side path into the woods leads to a spring and a pond site previously excavated but in need of a proper liner to hold water. Only a short drive to the vibrant, charming town of Blowing Rock, this exceptional property offers the ideal balance of seclusion and convenience.

Views, views, views. Peaceful setting only 7 miles to downtown Boone, picturesque road, quiet setting with easy access to town. This custom home offers majestic views of the mountains and the New River; creek on the property. Gorgeous tongue-and-groove interior, vaulted ceilings with unusual trims and woodwork throughout. Living level offers an open floor plan with main bedroom suite, an en suite including double sinks, Jacuzzi tub, tiled walk-in shower, spacious walk-in closet. Great room with crafted stone gas fireplace, kitchen has gas stove, double ovens and dining area. Both rooms offer fantastic views of the river with access to a wraparound deck with a covered area. Lower level features one bedroom and full bath, laundry room and lots of extra closets and extra storage. Additional den with wet bar and outside access. Large rec room with built-in bar (plumbed), stone gas fireplace with a half bath and access to outside yard. Off the rec room is a workshop area full of workspace, storage and access to a floored attic.

Currently the only ski suite available at Pinnacle Inn! Fantastic rental investment opportunity. Fully furnished with tasteful furnishing and amazing sunset views from the back porch. Lovely wood-burning fireplace in the den. This unit is on the third floor providing great sunset views and mountain landscape. This unit is near the pool and amenities. Convenient location during the ski season with shuttles running to Beech Mountain Resort or during the summer months. Beech offers hiking trails, fishing, Beech Mountain Resort's downhill mountain biking, summer concert series and several wedding venues nearby. Just a three-minute drive to the slopes, in the heart of the charming town of Beech Mountain. Amenities include a playground and nine-hole mini-golf course for the kids, tennis and shuffleboard courts, an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and pool table. Beech Mountain Club membership is available.

The seller is motivated for Rocky Knob Cliffs #2. Located less than 15 minutes from the heart of Blowing Rock, you can build your own mountain retreat in the heart of the wilderness. Lot 2 of Rocky Knob Cliffs offers the possibilities of two big views toward Pisgah Forest and Grandfather Mountain and to the mountains across to Virginia. Carve out your rustic, back-to-nature life and enjoy the beauty of deer, foxes, turkeys and other wildlife crossing through your homesite. The property is full of hardwood trees, rhododenrons, mountain laurel and beautiful boulders, making a beautiful setting for your mountain dream to come true. The seller will offer financing to qualified buyers with an acceptable down payment. This lot has a three-bedroom PERC permit and the road easement crosses through the tract. Two adjacent tracts can be combined to make a 10-acre parcel. You can make an offer for the three lots. More photos to come.

Parkway Crossing is a beautiful subdivision in the Blowing Rock area. Lot 17 has a big view and Blue Ridge Parkway frontage. The development has Blue Ridge Parkway frontage and is easily accessible from Blowing Rock and Boone. Just a short drive to both towns. Approximately half of the lots were sold prior to the real estate downturn. Now is the time for buyers that want an exceptional value on a lot in a beautiful subdivision to purchase. Prices have been slashed. There are a variety of lots available from heavily wooded lots to open meadow areas and long-range views to short mountain views. Take your pick from the remaining lots for a great opportunity to own a lot in a great Blowing Rock subdivision. Other Lots available.