Blowing Rock Homes with Other Community Features

Blowing Rock Homes with Other Community Features

Welcome to Blowing Rock, North Carolina—a picturesque mountain town that effortlessly blends natural beauty with small-town charm. Nestled in Watauga County, Blowing Rock is renowned for its breathtaking vistas, vibrant arts scene, and a plethora of outdoor activities that cater to both adventure seekers and those looking to unwind in a serene environment.

As you stroll through the quaint streets of Blowing Rock, you’ll discover a delightful mix of boutique shops, gourmet restaurants, and cozy cafes, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The town's rich history and welcoming community spirit make it a wonderful place to call home. With a mild climate and four distinct seasons, residents enjoy year-round access to hiking trails, skiing, and a plethora of outdoor festivals that highlight the region's artistic flair.

When it comes to real estate, Blowing Rock offers a diverse range of homes that cater to various lifestyles and preferences. Whether you’re seeking a charming cabin tucked away in the woods, a modern mountain retreat with sweeping views, or a cozy cottage in the heart of town, you’ll find an array of options to suit your needs. Many properties in the area come with community features such as access to hiking trails, parks, and recreational facilities, enhancing the overall living experience.

Discover the magic of Blowing Rock, where stunning landscapes meet a vibrant community, and find your dream home in this enchanting mountain town.

Newest Blowing Rock Homes with Other Community Features

$3,000,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4399507 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Masterpiece in Sweetgrass! Welcome to an extraordinary custom-built mountain estate offering **5,043 heated square feet, plus an additional 594-square-foot above-garage in-law suite, and an additional 3,071-square-foot unfinished walkout basement** already framed and insulated for future expansion. Situated on one of the most unique homesites in the community, this is the **only property permitted to have a fence, barn, and horses**—a grandfathered provision established by the original builder, who intended this to be his personal homesite. A picturesque drive lined with mature apple trees welcomes you home, while invisible fencing provides convenience for pets. Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, the home showcases custom wood front and exterior doors, a stunning custom wood kitchen island, professional-grade chef's appliances, custom cabinetry throughout, high-end countertops, and a walk-in pantry with built-in storage. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a luxurious main-level primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, custom walk-in closet, and its own gas fireplace. The private above-garage in-law suite offers a spacious bedroom, full bath, living room, and walk-in closet, providing exceptional comfort and privacy for extended family or guests. Every bathroom features custom vanities, while the spacious mudroom includes built-in storage and a dedicated dog washing station. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home offers soaring ceilings, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling natural wood-burning fireplace in the main living area, two additional gas fireplaces—one in the primary suite and another in a second-floor bedroom—and the unfinished basement is already framed for future expansion, including the option for an additional fireplace utilizing the existing chimney. The home is served by both propane and electric systems. Outdoor living is equally impressive with two covered entertaining areas overlooking the peaceful mountain setting. Residents also enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a fitness center, game room with ping pong, a spacious clubhouse available for casual use or private events, and a community lake with complimentary kayaks available for residents. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, luxury finishes, unmatched flexibility, and the rare opportunity for equestrian living within a premier mountain community, this one-of-a-kind property offers a lifestyle unlike any other. **Highlights:** • 5,043 heated sq. ft. • Additional 594 sq. ft. above-garage in-law suite • Additional 3,071 sq. ft. unfinished walkout basement (framed and insulated) • Only home in the community approved for a fence, barn, and horses • Invisible pet fencing • Professional-grade chef's kitchen • Custom wood doors, cabinetry, vanities, and kitchen island. • Walk-in pantry with built-in storage • Dedicated dog washing station • Luxury primary suite with spa-inspired bath • Three fireplaces with space for a fourth • Two covered outdoor living areas • Community clubhouse, fitness center, game room, and lake with complimentary kayaks

119 Summer Drive, Blowing Rock

Listing courtesy of De Camara Properties Inc. matt@decamara.com
$2,750,000
3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4341380 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
ENJOY ELEGANT MOUNTAIN LIVING WITH VERY VERY LOW ENERGY COSTS YEAR ROUND WITHIN THE DESIRABLE, GATED COMMUNITY OF SWEETGRASS, 10 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN BLOWING ROCK. Custom built home in one of the best and largest lots in Sweetgrass, complete with its own small pier on the lake. House is nestled in on the point, both overlooking the lake, the dam, and the national forest, and surrounded by tasteful landscaping designed by Sonya Garland. Indulge in the luxury of staying warm all winter with virtually “free heat”. THIS HOME IS BOTH HIGH-TECH and NET-ZERO/OFF-THE GRID. TYPICAL UTILITY COSTS PER YEAR IS ONLY $800 (with a usage rate of 2 long weekends per month, and multiple week-long stays throughout the year with many guests, and keeping it at 68 degrees in the winter while away.) The thoughtful design makes this home “live” much bigger than what one would expect from the photos and its stated square footage. Open floorpan throughout but still feels cozy with the wood beams, warm cabinetry, and various living areas and flex space to cater to changing needs. Built-in sound system throughout the house. Primary bedroom and laundry on main floor, designed for retirement. Enjoy virtually “free heat” via radiant floor heating throughout is served by solar thermal panels that provide all of the heat and hot water for the house. Complete with (2) 90-gal. storage tanks for hot water, you will never run out. So much so, that the hot water overflow goes to the entire basement floor, keeping that level dry in the summer and warm in the winter. This makes it very comfortable for anyone working on hobbies or projects year-round. There is also a 500 gal propane tank and boiler as a backup for the heat, fireplaces, stovetop and grill connection on the deck. This home has solar photovoltaic (PV) panels that provide electricity, as well as a brand new Tesla PW3 battery (with 13.6KWH capacity) that powers the emergency panel, (which is charged by the grid when the utility power is on, and the solar PV system when it is off.) 4 electrical panels in the house w/ one serving as an “emergency” panel that is connected to the battery (running the controls to the house, some lights, some items in the kitchen, and the home theatre.) Most of the lighting is LED downlighting with remote power supplies in 3 discrete locations. This net-zero home is complete with an electric vehicle charger in the garage, making it virtually free to travel to/from your mountain retreat. The home is operated by a Control 4 operating system, that can easily monitor and control many systems remotely via an app on your phone, or the tablet in the kitchen. It can monitor, control, and design lighting and heating preferences, access the security system and cameras, door locks, music, TVs, home theatre, etc. Spacious kitchen has lots of workspace, ample cabinetry, large island, and a walk-in pantry, w/ an excellent work flow to handle multiple chefs cooking in the kitchen at the same time. Living area boasts vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace and overlooks to the lake. The screened-in porch also has vaulted ceilings, wood-burning fireplace (w/ a gas starter) with views of amazing sunrises, and wildlife grazing along the dam and creek. The basement level has a large home theatre with a 4k projector, incredible sound system, tiered platforms for seating, and 8 powered reclining chairs. Over-sized, heated 2-car garage, 2nd refrigerator, and workshop area, mechanical room, and extra storage closets. At the center of the Sweetgrass community is a 22-acre private lake, suitable for canoeing, kayaking, swimming or fishing. It has approximately 3 miles of maintained hiking trails, making it a great place to walk dogs or get in a quick hike with friends without having to get in the car. There is access to trout-stoked Boone Fork Creek, and a community clubhouse with a fitness centers, gathering space, etc. Trail map is attached House is being sold fully furnished.

1220 Sweetgrass Drive, Blowing Rock

Listing courtesy of Velocity Properties LLC. jocelyn.yard@velocityrealtors.com
$250,000
4273290 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the perfect canvas for your mountain dream home on Lot 106 in the Firethorn community of Blowing Rock. This exceptional lot offers a gently sloping, build-friendly site nestled among mature hardwoods, potential for long-range views depending on home placement and clearing. This lot provides privacy while being just minutes from downtown Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Enjoy access to all of Firethorn’s premier amenities, including a gated entry, trout-stocked stream, private hiking trails, a community clubhouse, and picnic areas. Underground utilities, high-speed internet availability, and paved roads are already in place—offering the perfect blend of natural beauty and modern convenience. Firethorn’s protective covenants and architectural guidelines help preserve both property values and the character of this low-impact, thoughtfully planned development. Don’t miss your opportunity to build in one of the High Country’s most sought-after luxury communities.

TBD Lot 106 Firethorn Trail Unit #106, Blowing Rock

Listing courtesy of Helen Adams Realty. dcovington@helenadamsrealty.com
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