1697 Balm Highway
Banner Elk, NC 28604
4 beds | 3 baths | #4232252
Description
1697 Balm Highway is a beautiful mountain retreat offering both privacy & stunning views. Situated on a 1.42-acre lot with breathtaking mountain vistas, this home features Shawneehaw Creek running along the back of the property, enhancing its tranquil atmosphere. The main level includes a gorgeous kitchen, perfect for everyday living & entertaining. Relax in the spacious sunroom, which is heated & cooled for year-round comfort. The primary bedroom features a private deck with mountain views, & the back deck provides the perfect spot to enjoy the surrounding nature. Stay warm & cozy with 4 fireplaces throughout the home - 1 wood-burning and 3 propane. The fully finished basement, with a separate entrance, includes a full kitchen, 1 bedroom, a living room, & a bathroom, offering the perfect opportunity for guests or even as an Airbnb rental. This property is an ideal full-time residence or vacation home, with easy access to nearby ski resorts, Boone, & Appalachian State University.
Property Details
- Lot FeaturesFlood Fringe Area, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Open Lot, Creek/Stream
- Lot DescriptionFlood Fringe Area, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Open Lot, Creek/Stream
- CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Parking FeaturesCircular Driveway, Driveway
- Basement DescriptionApartment, Walk-Out Access
- Utility FeaturesCable Available, Propane
- Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
- Parcel Number1869-03-03-1241-00000
- ViewMountain(s), Water
- Sewer InformationSeptic Installed
- Elementary SchoolUnspecified
- Middle SchoolUnspecified
- High SchoolUnspecified
- Parking TypeDriveway
- Property TypePurchase
- Original List Price$495,000
- MLS #4232252
- MLS #4232252
- Cost485000
- CountyAvery
- Year Built1960
- Utility SourceWell
- Days on Market (Cumulative)40
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms3
- Full Baths3
- Stories1
- Basement1
Location
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Listing Courtesy
Listing Agent: Jennifer Huffman (#CAR85254), Email: jennifer.huffman@jeffcookrealest
Listing Office: Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty (#CAR11891)

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