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MLS# CAR4409555 · 8 days on market
165 Leighway Lane
Banner Elk, NC 28604
$1.45M$330/sqft↓ $150K
Originally listed at $1.60M
Beds3
Baths3
Sq Ft4,398
Lot4 ac
$/SqFt$330
DOM8
Architectural Narrative
Now priced below appraised value! Tucked away at the end of a tree-lined lane in the beautiful community of Valle Crucis, this thoughtfully updated mountain modern farmhouse offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and timeless mountain living. Take in colorful sunset mountain views, unwind beside the trickling stream, and enjoy the gently rolling, partially fenced yard, well suited for lawn games, evening strolls, winter sledding, or simply watching deer, fox, and wild turkey wander by from the covered front porch. Inside, the beautifully renovated interior is equally inviting. The updated kitchen and three fully renovated bathrooms pair effortlessly with warm gathering spaces that include two family rooms, each with a gas fireplace, a spacious rec room, and four separate sleeping areas. Whether you're preparing a quiet breakfast or hosting friends and family for the holidays, the home's open, welcoming layout is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. With comfortable accommodations for at least eight guests, and the potential to sleep 12 or more with the addition of built-in bunks in the large upper-level bedroom, this property offers exceptional flexibility as a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or income-producing vacation rental. Perfectly situated just 1.5 miles from the iconic Mast General Store and the picturesque Valle Crucis Community Park, and only half a mile from Watauga River access, you'll enjoy easy access to some of the High Country's most cherished destinations while still feeling worlds away. Recent improvements include fresh exterior paint and a new roof on both the home and workshop, completed in June 2026, three fully renovated bathrooms, an updated kitchen, and numerous additional upgrades. Please see the attached documents for a complete list of renovations and improvements. Whether you're searching for a place to put down roots, a peaceful mountain escape, or a property with excellent investment potential, this home offers the rare combination of natural beauty, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable Valle Crucis location. Come experience the quiet charm, breathtaking sunsets, and mountain lifestyle that make this property so special. List of items that convey available upon request.
Seller is licensed NC Realtor.
**Home cannot be seen from the main road. Please feel free to drive down Leighway Ln. to take a look. There's plenty of room to turn around.
At a Glance
Bedrooms3
Full Baths3
Half Baths0
Property TypeSingle Family Residence
StyleFarmhouse
Year Built2004
LevelsTwo
Garage2 spaces
Community & Resources
County
Watauga
NC · 28604
High School
Watauga
Assigned district
Middle School
Valle Crucis
Assigned district
Elementary
Valle Crucis
Assigned district
Tax Assessed
$1.01M
County record
$/SqFt
$330
Listed price basis
Property Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 2004
- Stories / Levels
- Two
- Living Area (SqFt)
- 4,398
- Above Grade SqFt
- 4,398
- Full Bathrooms
- 3
- Lot Size
- 4 acres
- Zoning
- R1
- Parcel #
- 1980-66-2608-000
- Tax Assessed Value
- $1.01M
Appliances
Convection OvenDishwasherDisposalDouble OvenDryerElectric OvenElectric RangeFiltration SystemGas Water HeaterRefrigerator with Ice MakerSelf Cleaning OvenTankless Water HeaterWasherWasher/Dryer
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Gas Log, Gas Unvented, Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
- Water Source
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Installed
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Exterior & Parking
- Architectural Style
- Farmhouse, Traditional
- Construction
- Wood
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Parking
- Driveway, Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Garage Shop
- Patio / Porch
- Covered, Front Porch, Patio
Lot Features
Creek FrontGreen AreaLevelPrivateRolling SlopeCreek/StreamWoodedViews
View
Mountain(s)Year Round
Gallery
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams High Country · Megan Torgerson · Listed 07/30/2026
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165 Leighway Lane
Banner Elk, NC · $1.45M
