A spectacular Banner Elk mountain home, once featured in US Airways Magazine and on the cover of Charlotte Homes and Land, offering the ultimate privacy, prestige and comfort! Part of Forest Ridge, a gated community 6 minutes from downtown Banner Elk. Forest Ridge is comprised of only 3 homeowners and driving through the easy access development will remind you of how manicured Disney World is! Wonderful views from inside the home as well as on the over 1800 square feet of deck space, mostly covered, which also features a soaring wood burning fireplace. Sunset views, spanning 180 degrees west and south. The home has a huge great room, kitchen and dining area open to each other, an elegant master bedroom suite, half bath and laundry on the main level. Gas fireplaces in the great room and master bedroom. The kitchen is truly gourmet, with its features including cherry cabinets, granite counter tops and high end appliances. Crafted walnut floors throughout the main level. The home is located at the top of the community and is surrounded by trees on two combined lots totaling more than 6 and one half acres. Two car oversized garage that is easy to enter. Newly paved circular driveway lined with lush landscaping/trees. At an elevation just under 4,000 feet, you will get the relief you seek from the heat! Designer furniture/furnishings could be included in the sale. Many special features included with this home and property, including a dedicated wine storage area, high ceilings, walk in closets, numerous expansive windows, den or game room downstairs and a whole house generator. Truly the best in luxury for you and your guests! With its location near Banner Elk, skiing, hiking, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, restaurants, shopping, Valle Crucis, Boone, Blowing Rock and much more are close by.
Sitting at an altitude of 4,585 feet perched high on a ridge overlooking a colorful patchwork of farms and valley homes below, this newly constructed, genuine, log home is ready for immediate occupancy (CO issued July 2023)! This rustic, Appalachian-style, solid-stacked-log and heavy timber-frame home commands an unparalleled, breathtaking, 220+ - degree, unobstructed, 3- state view of mountain ranges, peaks and valleys from Mount Rogers (VA) to Grandfather Mountain. Please VIEW the attached, time-lapse video (Virtual Tour) to appreciate the superior level of custom design and expert, labor-intensive, hand craftsmanship details that went into the construction of this exquisite, solid (6” x 14”) log home. No nails or screws used to fasten exterior walls or timber frame sections. Current, configuration boasts 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms across 2,600 heated and A/C square feet of living area– all on the main, ground floor level. Great room features a 12 foot-wide, soaring, floor to ceiling, stone fireplace, 22-foot-high vaulted ceilings and a mantel reclaimed from an 1832 barn. Gourmet kitchen with high end appliances, large farm sink and elegant rain forest green marble counter tops. Master bedroom suite contains a custom-built, dry/Finnish sauna with windows overlooking the spectacular valley/mountain views. Guest bedroom ensuite bathroom also features an infra-red sauna. Lower, walk-out level designed as future expansion area is currently 60% finished and is fully connected to central HVAC system. It is framed, plumbed and wired for an additional 1-2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and large central family room. In addition, the lower level contains an 904-square foot 2 ½ - 3 car garage. Upon completion of lower-level expansion area, the home will have 4-5 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms and a total of 4,100 square feet HVAC controlled living space. Add to that 1,879 square feet of outdoor, shed and gabled porch/deck (86% covered) area and the 904 square feet of garage area.
BANNER ELK NEW CONSTRUCTION!! Mountain Contemporary home with ONE LEVEL LIVING in a prime location in Banner Elk. Barn wood and stone exterior with great lines will draw you to this amazing home. 3 bedrooms and 3-1/2 baths. Open plan with vaulted ceilings incorporating T&G and large rustic beams. Living area has stone gas fireplace. Kitchen will have quartz counter tops, top of the line stainless appliances and custom cabinets. You can still pick some finishes if you desire. Multiple covered decks. Main deck has gas fireplace too to enjoy those cool evenings. Primary bedroom has large walk-in closet, double vanity, soaking tub and walk in shower. Walk out on the deck and soak in the cool mountain air with small creek below. Floors throughout the main house will be wide plank oak with stone in the bathrooms. Full 2 car garage. Flat easy driveway leads you to this secluded lot in the Elk Creek Subdivision which offers Town water/sewer, Cable, High Speed Internet and Natural Gas. This new custom home is scheduled to be finished in the fourth quarter of 2024. Square footage based on building plans. House will be measured when complete
Welcome to Haven Peak, a premier residence in exclusive Monteagle gated mountain top community. This extraordinary Tom Eggers built home offers unparalleled views and tranquility of nature from every angle. Whether you're seeking a private escape or space for entertaining, this property is exceptional. Embrace the magic of stunning sunrises/vibrant sunsets, immerse yourself in the grandeur of the changing seasons. Open Main Floor Plan: Featuring a spacious living room, dining room, and kitchen with premium finishes. Four Luxurious Suites: Primary suite is on the main floor, with a full bathroom boasting leathered granite counters, a tiled shower, and deck access. A second suite also features a full bath and deck access. Expansive Covered Deck: Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, includes a large stone fireplace and a mounted TV. Entertainer's Dream Loft: This spacious loft with a wet bar and pool table, perfect for hosting guests. Haven Peak is more than a home; it’s a lifestyle.
For those with memories to make, the historic Taylor House, located in the heart of Valle Crucis, welcomes you. This extraordinary estate offers amazing opportunities with its premium location minutes away from Banner Elk, Boone, and Blowing Rock, and is right around the corner from the Watauga River and Valle Crucis Park. This 3.97 +/- acre estate consists of multiple living spaces, and outbuildings. The Taylor House (main house) is the focal point of the property with its timeless charm, wrap around decking, and gorgeous architecture. It features seven bedrooms and seven-and one-half bathrooms, multiple living areas, office space, and commercial kitchen. Just off the main house you will find two cottages. The Red Cottage with its wonderful covered front porch features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a cozy living room with fireplace and kitchen. The Flower Cottage is quaint with one bedroom and one full bathroom. The garage and outbuildings create multiple options for storage, workshop, wine room, garden shed, etc. The immaculate grounds feature beautiful landscape and views. Design your own dreams with this exceptional opportunity and unique, historic district, setting. Owner financing may be an option with a large sum down.
The median home value in Banner Elk, NC is $745,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $275,800. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Banner Elk, NC is $745,000. Approximately 29.18% of Banner Elk homes are owned, compared to 14.73% rented, while 56.09% are vacant. Banner Elk real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Banner Elk real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Banner Elk, North Carolina has a population of 1,350. Banner Elk is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 10.75% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 23.97%.
The median household income in Banner Elk, North Carolina is $58,333. The median household income for the surrounding county is $46,383 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Banner Elk is 21.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 74.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 19.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 55 inches per year, with 41.5 inches of snow per year.