Karen Carpenter once sung: "I'm on the top of the world, looking down on creation." It's never too late to build your dream house, especially when you are on a ridge, "looking down on creation," but not hanging off the side of a mountain. This lot gently slopes down and then levels out. The lot is mostly cleared with the exception of some beautiful Evergreens. So, if you want to be in a neighborhood, with a long range view to your left; a ridge view in the front, and another mountain to your right, come for a look-see. The lot and the immaculate neighbors have elbow room. You can have your space, your privacy, but mingle at your leisure. The street is paved to the top of this lot, and that is often a plus when it snows. It is ideally located off of the historic Railroad Grade Road, where there are places to launch your kayak or canoe, take a bicycle ride along the river, or get in a walk. If you want to go to West Jefferson or Jefferson, these bustling towns are approximately 15 minutes away. If Boone is your choice, it is about 20 minutes away. There are also several locations, within a decent proximity, to enter the Blue Ridge Parkway.