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Rare opportunity in Banner Elk offering long-range mountain views, one-level living, and short-term rental potential"”PLUS AN ADDITIONAL LOT INCLUDED. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is positioned inside the gated community of Rocky Knob with paved access, a paved driveway, and a detached one-car garage, features that are increasingly hard to find together at this price point. From the moment you enter the great room, the views take over. Vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, skylights, and natural light create an open, inviting space designed to highlight the surrounding Blue Ridge ridgelines. The kitchen offers custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and a large island with ample storage designed for everyday living or hosting. Both bathrooms have been updated, and the flexible third bedroom works well as a guest space, office, or additional sleeping area. Outdoor living includes multiple deck areas, a firepit table, and space to relax and take in the long-range views. An additional lot conveys with the property, offering flexibility for future use, privacy, or long-term value. Short-term rentals are allowed, making this property not only a mountain retreat but also an investment opportunity something not available in many comparable homes in this price range. Furnished with a few exceptions. You can change a house. You can't recreate this combination of views, flexibility, and opportunity.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 22 | LAST UPDATED | 5/7/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACT | Rocky Knob | YEAR BUILT | 1998 |
| COMMUNITY | 5-Watauga, Shawneehaw | GARAGE SPACES | 1.0 |
| COUNTY | Watauga | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Valle Crucis |
|---|---|
| High School | Watauga |
| PRICE HISTORY | |
| Prior to May 7, '26 | $769,000 |
|---|---|
| May 7, '26 - Today | $739,000 |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Wall/Window Unit(s) |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| AREA | 5-Watauga, Shawneehaw |
| BASEMENT | Crawl Space |
| CONSTRUCTION | Frame, Wood Siding |
| EXTERIOR | Fire Pit |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Propane |
| HOA DUES | 1500 |
| INTERIOR | High Speed Internet, Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
| LOT | 1.6 acre(s) |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 1.6 |
| PARKING | Paved, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Private |
| STORIES | 1 |
| STYLE | Mountain |
| SUBDIVISION | Rocky Knob |
| TAXES | 1286.26 |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Mountain(s) |
| WATER | Private, Well |
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