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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,350 sqft
Price per Sqft $319
MLS Listing ID 263714
Style Contemporary
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,270
Year Built 1986
Annual Tax Amount $2,609
Lot Size 7.050 Acres
Acres 7.05
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
This one was designed because of it.
Set on approximately 7 acres with over 600 feet of direct New River frontage, this custom, multi-level contemporary retreat was intentionally engineered so that nearly every room captures water, mountain, or treetop views. The architecture follows the terrain—stacked, elevated, and open—creating a sense that the home floats above the river rather than simply sitting beside it.
Inside, soaring ceilings, open sightlines, and dramatic vertical volume define the space. Outside, multiple levels of expansive decking wrap the home, offering endless places to gather, unwind, or simply watch the river move below. Whether it's morning coffee suspended over the water or evenings around the hot tub under the stars, the outdoor living here is as intentional as the interior.
The property has undergone a thoughtful transformation into a high-performing short-term rental while maintaining the soul of a mountain retreat. Recent improvements include new flooring, fresh interior paint, upgraded decking, a redesigned game and recreation space, a new roof, and the addition of a hot tub—all contributing to both guest experience and long-term durability. The home is being offered fully furnished, allowing for a true turnkey transition.
From an income perspective, the performance tells a clear story. The property generated approximately $115,000 in its first year of short-term rental operation. In subsequent years, revenue has remained consistent in the $65,000–$75,000 range, despite intentional owner usage, storm-related interruptions including Hurricane Helene, and periods of repair and improvement. With stabilized operations and full availability, the property is demonstrably capable of returning to—and exceeding—six-figure annual gross revenue.
What makes this opportunity especially compelling is its balance of seclusion and accessibility. Located roughly 10 minutes from Boone, the home offers immediate access to dining, shopping, Appalachian State University, and year-round tourism, while still feeling entirely removed once you cross the bridge onto the property. The New River provides world-class fly fishing, tubing, and kayaking directly from the land, and the surrounding High Country offers hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation in every season.
This is not a typical mountain home.
It's not a typical river property.
And it's certainly not a typical short-term rental.
It's a purpose-built experience—equally suited as a personal retreat, a legacy property, or a high-performing investment for a buyer who understands that the most valuable assets are the ones that cannot be easily replicated.
Location
State NC
County Watauga
Community Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
Area 1-Boone, Brushy Fork, New River
Rooms
Basement Partial
Interior
Interior Features Furnished, Hot Tub/Spa, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Heating Electric, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air, Electric, 1 Unit
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Fire Pit, Hot Tub/Spa, Gravel Driveway
Parking Features Driveway, Gravel, No Garage, Private, Shared Driveway
Community Features Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
Utilities Available High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available
Waterfront Description River Front,River Access
View Y/N Yes
Water Access Desc Private,Well
View Mountain(s), Residential, River, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Architectural,Shingle
Porch Covered, Multiple, Open
Building
Story 2
Entry Level Two
Foundation Basement, Pillar/Post/Pier
Sewer Septic Permit Unavailable, Septic Tank
Water Private, Well
Architectural Style Contemporary
Level or Stories Two
Schools
Elementary Schools Parkway
High Schools Watauga
Others
Tax ID 2931-14-2941-000
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, New Loan, Trade
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, New Loan, Trade
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