luxury real estate for sale Laurel Bloomery, United States

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. For buyers seeking additional acreage and access to trails, an adjoining 4.56-acre Tennessee tract is available for separate negotiation and is not included in the listing price. Refer to Johnson County tax parcel 043-041.10 and inquire for additional details. 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.

Sweeping mountain views, thoughtful renovations and a private 1.72-acre setting make this fully furnished home in Vilas a wonderful place to settle into High Country living. Offered turnkey, 346 Seasons Drive features three bedrooms, four full baths and inviting spaces to gather, both indoors and out. The open living area makes an immediate impression with soaring tongue-and-groove cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light and a floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace. Tall windows bring the mountain scenery inside, while glass doors connect the living spaces to multiple decks. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a new ZLINE gas range, with easy access to outdoor grilling and dining. The main-level primary suite includes a private deck, recessed entertainment nook, spacious walk-in closet and a beautifully remodeled bathroom with a glass-enclosed tile shower, granite double vanity and linen storage. A second bedroom on the main level accommodates guests or a home office. Upstairs, the spacious bedroom is currently outfitted as a bunk room, creating a welcoming space for guests with vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings and a full bath. Its generous layout also offers flexibility as a second primary suite. Recent improvements extend well beyond the finishes. A new architectural shingle roof was installed in 2025, while new board-and-batten and Hardie shake siding with fresh exterior paint were completed in 2023. Outdoor updates in 2024–2025 include new upper decks, a lower deck extension, lighting and stain. Fresh interior paint, new lighting throughout, a remodeled primary bath and updated basement entry, laundry room and bathroom tile further enhance the home. A new 1,500-gallon septic tank and distribution box, refreshed driveway gravel, gardens and landscaping were completed in 2025. Outside, usable level yard space and a secluded firepit area complement the decks, offering places to enjoy quiet mornings and evenings with friends. Fiber-optic internet, a Verizon cellular extender and dual-fuel HVAC provide comfort and connectivity. With furnishings included and extensive updates already complete, this beautifully maintained home is ready for your next chapter in the mountains. The views are even better in person—come see for yourself. NOTE: There is a 342 sq.ft. difference between the tax records and the professional measurements. There are no permits on file with the county. Sellers bought the home in its current layout and have not changed anything.

DO YOU DREAM OF OWNING YOUR VERY OWN HUNTING PRESERVE AND NATURE RETREAT? TWO GLORIOUS TRACTS SOLD TOGETHER AS ONE TRACT. Property is sold together with 2301 Beaver Dam Rd (MLS#265113) for a total of 80.5 acres. Own Owl Crest Farm, an UNRESTRICTED mountain ridge, complete with hunting blind, a creekside gazebo and storage shed with an included tractor. The acreage is filled with a blend of hickory, oak, cherry, hemlock, locust and predominantly tulip poplar that appraisers say would be ready to harvest in 5-10 years. Beside the rushing Beaver Dam Creek there is a generous amount of pasture or gardening land. There are great spaces for beehives. There are ATV trails throughout that wind up to a beautiful sunny knoll near the ridgetop. Perhaps, the site would make a prime place to build a vacation or full-time home with mountain views. You may feel that you are in a forest primeval. Actually, you are close to Boone, not far from Watauga Lake in Tennessee and within ten minutes of Laurel Creek Waterfall Park (known as Trashcan Falls) off highway 321. It's long been a popular place for ASU students for swimming and fishing. The combined tracts are bordered on one side by Beaver Dam Baptist Church. There is a sizeable neighborhood tucked in the forest off the road near the tracts. This is your chance to own a Blue Ridge mountainside where you can return to your senses. The property currently is in Forest Stewardship program that buyer can choose to continue for tax benefits or abandon if it suits your plan.

Extraordinary acreage. Remarkable privacy. Unforgettable views. Spanning 102.48 unrestricted acres across North Carolina and Tennessee, this exceptional mountain property offers sweeping, long-range, 360-degree views across multiple states. Layer upon layer of mountain ridges stretches toward the horizon, creating a breathtaking backdrop for a private retreat, a future estate, or a gathering place for generations. Located just outside Boone and within easy reach of the High Country's dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation, it feels worlds away—a place to slow down, establish roots, and experience the mountains on your own terms. Open pasture and mature hardwoods bring variety and character to the landscape, with expansive open skies giving way to the quiet shelter of the woods. Whether you envision mornings taking in the mountain views, afternoons exploring your own acreage, or evenings enjoying the peaceful surroundings, this property offers room to create a lifestyle deeply connected to the land. Easy access and an existing road provide a starting point for enjoying and exploring this substantial tract. An off-grid log cabin equipped with solar power, rainwater collection, and a three-bedroom septic system offers a mountain escape with features that support self-sufficient living. Enjoy it as a personal retreat while considering your long-term vision for the acreage. A pole barn adds practical covered space for equipment and storage, complementing the property's open pasture and rural setting. With approximately 85.2 acres in North Carolina and the remaining 17.28 acres in Tennessee, this distinctive offering provides the space and flexibility to envision a private mountain estate, a multigenerational family compound, or a recreational retreat. For buyers drawn to homesteading and greater independence, the combination of off-grid infrastructure, open land, and wooded acreage is especially compelling. Unrestricted land also invites exploration of subdivision or development opportunities, with panoramic views offering a striking centerpiece for future plans. Whether your vision begins with a quiet cabin overlooking the mountains, a shared retreat where family and friends can gather, or a thoughtfully planned development, this remarkable property offers an extraordinary canvas. Expansive acreage, existing improvements, convenient access, and unforgettable views come together in a High Country setting that feels removed from the everyday while keeping Boone and the surrounding mountain communities within easy reach.

DO YOU DREAM OF OWNING YOUR VERY OWN HUNTING PRESERVE AND NATURE RETREAT? TWO GLORIOUS TRACTS SOLD TOGETHER AS ONE TRACT. Property is sold together with TBD Beaver Dam Rd (MLS#265112) for a total of 80.5 acres. Own Owl Crest Farm, an UNRESTRICTED mountain ridge, complete with hunting blind, a creekside gazebo and storage shed with an included tractor. The acreage is filled with a blend of hickory, oak, cherry, hemlock, locust and predominantly tulip poplar that appraisers say would be ready to harvest in 5-10 years. Beside the rushing Little Beaver Dam Creek there is a generous amount of pasture or gardening land. There are great spaces for beehives. There are ATV trails throughout that wind up to a beautiful sunny knoll near the ridgetop. Perhaps, the site would make a prime place to build a vacation or full-time home with mountain views. You may feel that you are in a forest primeval. Actually, you are close to Boone, not far from Watauga Lake in Tennessee and within ten minutes of Laurel Creek Waterfall Park (known as Trashcan Park) off highway 321. It's long been a popular place for ASU students for swimming and fishing. The combined tracts are bordered on one side by Beaver Dam Baptist Church. There is a sizeable neighborhood tucked in the forest off the road near the tracts. This is your chance to own a Blue Ridge mountainside where you can return to your senses.

In the heart of the mountains, in the Silverleaf community in Zionville, this charming four-bedroom, three-bath classic log home offers a blend of rustic charm and breathtaking natural beauty. Boasting spectacular long-range, multilayered mountain views over Tennessee, the home is positioned to capture the gorgeous sunsets over the mountains. When you go inside, you immediately discover a warm and inviting interior, highlighted by a large stone fireplace and soaring ceilings. Large windows frame the sweeping vistas, bringing in the outdoors and filling the home with natural light. An open concept kitchen allows for easy access to the family room, creating an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen refrigerator is included in the sale. The primary bedroom with its en-suite bath is on the main floor, as is an additional guest room and full bath, as well as the laundry room. Upstairs, there are two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Outside, expansive wraparound porches invite you to unwind and take in the panoramic scenery from every angle. Ideal as a full-time residence, vacation retreat, or short/long term rental, this extraordinary cabin is an opportunity to own a piece of mountain paradise. Outside, you will also find a fenced-in area used as a dog run, as well as a solar-powered lit walkway to an outdoor firepit with seating. Lush natural landscaping surrounds the house without obstructing the views. The property is wired for an electric car charger. IonCon did a structural engineering inspection on August 6, 2026. Summary report shows no defects or concerns regarding the structural integrity of the home or pilings.