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Blowing Rock,NC 28605
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,535 sqft
Price per Sqft $813
Subdivision Mayview
MLS Listing ID 254019
Style Mountain
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1924
Annual Tax Amount $18,630
Lot Size 0.764 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Perched atop a rhododendron-covered ridge in the prestigious Mayview neighborhood, & fronting Pisgah National Forest, Far Horizons is a landmark 1924 estate offering breathtaking, panoramic views stretching over 100 miles- capturing sunsets & Johns River Gorge, Grandfather & Grandmother Mountains, Table Rock, Hawksbill, Sugar, & even the Charlotte skyline on a clear day. Originally built by designer of the famed Mayview Manor & on his choice lot, this masterfully restored residence blends timeless mountain charm w/ modern luxury. Painstakingly renovated down to the studs in '90 & again in '15 (+ upgrades in recent years), the home now has new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, & smart systems. The 5,312 sq.ft. main residence is a celebration of historic architecture & contemporary livability, w/ 7 original stone fireplaces, exposed beams, & walls of windows inviting the outdoors in. The great room w/ massive stone hearth opens to sunroom w/ wet bar, formal dining w/ fireplace, & gourmet chef's kitchen w/ reclaimed wormy chestnut cabinetry, granite counters, Sub-Zero/Wolf, & breakfast nook. Upstairs, a primary suite = private stone balcony, FP, walk-in closet, & spa-like BA. 3 more ensuite BRs each offer unique views & FPs, 1 w/ private balcony. Lower level = 2nd living, game room & pool table, wine cellar, HBA — perfect for entertaining. A breezeway connects main house to 3 car+ garage & fully-equipped 1,050 sq.ft. apartment w/ kitchen, living, BR, BA, & flex—ideal for guests & multi-generational living. Add'l features: circular driveway, gated entry/ample parking (rare for in-town Blowing Rock), redesigned landscaping (stone patios/paths, gardens); Smart home lighting/sound/HVAC/security; Historic bark siding from original construction; 3,600+ ft elevation = cool summer temps; city water/sewer, proximity to Moses Cone trails. A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a storied mountain estate that balances history, privacy, convenience, & unforgettable views.
Location
State NC
County Watauga
Community Long Term Rental Allowed,Near National Forest
Area 4-Bluerdg, Blowrck Yadvall-Pattsn-Globe-Caldwll)
Interior
Heating Electric,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Propane
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Type Gas,Other,See Remarks,Stone
Laundry Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup,Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Other,Storage,See Remarks,Paved Driveway
Parking Features Attached,Driveway,Garage,Other,Oversized,Paved,Private,Three or more Spaces,Shared Driveway,See Remarks
Fence Back Yard
Community Features Long Term Rental Allowed,Near National Forest
Utilities Available Cable Available,High Speed Internet Available
View Y/N Yes
View Long Range,Mountain(s)
Roof Type Other,Slate,See Remarks
Building
Story 3
Foundation Basement
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Schools
Elementary Schools Blowing Rock
High Schools Watauga
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,New Loan
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,New Loan
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