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5742 Nc Highway 194 None

Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Bed 6

Bed

Bath 7

Bath

SqFt8,672

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Acres15.21

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The Castle at Valle Crucis: This extraordinary compound features the rare assemblage of over 15 acres near the heart of the desirable Valle Crucis community, with a unique and majestic English Manor home with long-range, layered views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and pastures of Valle Crucis. Designed as a true replica of a Manor in Great Britain by William McLaughren, this one-of-a-kind estate features stone and building materials from around the world, as well as antique features and furnishings such as 17th to 19th century fireplaces, 500+ year-old arched entry doors from an English church, and even a chandelier imported from Princeton University, among others - see features list for more details on this unique offering. Resting at an elevation of over 3,400 feet, the propert y overlooks Grandfather Mountain and Howard's Knob, but features access off a paved, state-maintained road and is just 15 minutes from Boone, Banner Elk, and ski slopes at Sugar Mountain. With an impressive rental history, this home is offered fully furnished while in an established rental program, providing incredible investment potential, but would also make for a perfect mountain getaway or full-time residence. From the stone patio at the front of the home, step into the formal foyer with 24-foot soaring ceilings, adjacent to the large Great Room with a stone fireplace, antique chandeliers, and access to a covered stone patio- also with a fireplace and offering a hot tub & long-range, layered views. The chef's kitchen, also with a fireplace, offers granite counters, high-end stainless steel appliances, a dining area, and a walk-in pantry, and is adjacent to a sunroom/observatory with vaulted ceilings and a spacious laundry room with access to the oversized, two-car attached garage. The walk-in level also features a library and billiards room able to house 1,800 books (and with a plaster tracery ceiling imported from Great Britain), a formal dining room, a half bath, and a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom (one-level living!). Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private stone balcony, fireplace, walk-in closet, and bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a tiled shower. Four additional suites exist on the second level (one also with a private stone balcony, and two being a Jack-n-Jill suite connected by one bathroom). Mahogany doors throughout were imported from England and are over 100 years old, adding antique charm, while modern amenities like an elevator to the first and second levels offer comfort and convenience. Upstairs, on the third level, find a spacious living room with game tables, a theater area, and an exercise area, along with a half bath. Additional amenities: 12-foot ceilings throughout, whole-house generator, interior & exterior sound system, water filtration system, whole-house generator, air scrubber & UV light for HVAC system. The existing driveway is fairly steep and winding; the seller is in the process of starting construction on a new portion of the driveway to eliminate the steepest turns.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $4,900,000

AD Id : 69207007

MLS Id : CAR4309269

Beds : 6

Lot Size : 15.21 Acres

Living Area Size : 8,672

Year Built : 2006

Garage : 2

County : Watauga

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 6

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 7 Full Baths: 5 Half Baths: 2

    Interior Features

    Attic Finished, Built-in Features, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks Roof: Slate, Other - See Remarks Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Washer, Other Laundry Features: Mud Room, Laundry Room, Main Level

    Roofing Information

    Slate, Other - See Remarks
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Stone
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Ductless, Electric, Heat Pump Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Well

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2006
  • Exterior Features

    Hot Tub, Other - See Remarks Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Stone Foundation Details: Crawl Space Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Area: 15.211 acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: European

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$4900000

  • Tax Information

    Tax Assessed Value: 2008700 Parcel Number: 1970-30-9809-000

  • Parking Information

    Attached Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2 Has Main Level Garage: Yes

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Valle Crucis Junior High School: Watauga Senior High School: Watauga
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Septic Installed Water Source: Well
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: None City: Banner Elk Direction: From the intersection of Highway 105 and Broadstone Rd (between Boone and Banner Elk), take Broadstone Rd for approximately 2.9 miles. Turn left onto Highway 194 S (just past the Mast Store Annex on your right). Continue for approximately 2.0 miles, and the driveway will be on your right. Continue up driveway and stay left where the driveway splits (stay on the pavement) to continue up to the home. Shown by appointment only, no drive-bys; active rental!
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MLS: CAROLINA #4309269 LISTED BY: Jay Vincent, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vincent Properties 828-295-0700 SOURCE: CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) (Listings courtesy of CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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