Lazy Bear Real Estate

Welcome to Lazy Bear, a charming subdivision nestled in the heart of Vilas, North Carolina, within the picturesque Watauga County. This hidden gem offers a perfect blend of tranquility and community, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Lazy Bear is surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, providing residents with stunning views and endless opportunities for adventure. With an abundance of hiking trails, serene lakes, and lush forests, outdoor lovers will find their paradise right at their doorstep. Imagine spending weekends exploring the nearby Appalachian Trail or enjoying peaceful afternoons fishing in the pristine waters of the Watauga River.

The subdivision itself boasts spacious lots, allowing for ample privacy while fostering a sense of community. The welcoming atmosphere is enhanced by friendly neighbors who share a love for the great outdoors and a commitment to maintaining the natural beauty of the area. Whether you’re looking to build your dream home or find a cozy retreat, Lazy Bear offers a variety of options to suit your needs.

Conveniently located just a short drive from downtown Boone, residents can easily access shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The vibrant local culture, combined with the serene suburban feel of Lazy Bear, creates a unique lifestyle that is hard to resist.

Come discover the charm of Lazy Bear in Vilas, NC, where every day feels like a vacation in nature's embrace. Your dream home awaits in this idyllic community!

Newest Listings in Lazy Bear

$1,795,000

260763 MLS

Exceptional opportunity in the heart of North Carolina’s High Country. Currently operating as an established Bed & Breakfast, this unique property offers a rare combination of real estate, setting, and income potential. Situated on approximately 6.27 acres with breathtaking long-range mountain views, the property features six spacious guest suites, each with private en suite baths, creating an ideal layout for short-term rental or hospitality use. Crafted with quality log construction, the lodge offers expansive gathering spaces, multiple indoor and outdoor living areas, and a commercial kitchen designed to support large groups and guest accommodations. The lower level provides additional flexibility with separate living quarters and private entrance, ideal for owner occupancy, guest overflow, or additional rental space. Outdoor features include a large parking area, beautiful natural surroundings, and multiple deck spaces that enhance the overall guest experience. Conveniently located near Boone, Blowing Rock, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and area ski resorts, this property benefits from year-round tourism and strong rental demand. In addition to its current use, the property offers versatility for a variety of potential uses including short-term rental investment, private retreat, multi-generational living, or corporate getaway. Sale includes real estate and the established Bed & Breakfast business. Property is subject to residential zoning, deed restrictions, and restrictive covenants. Buyer to verify all permitted uses, zoning, and any requirements for continued operation.

315 Lazy Bear Trail, Vilas

$1,795,000

6 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 260566 MLS

Breathtaking long range layered mountain views create an unforgettable backdrop for this extraordinary luxury mountain retreat in the heart of Valle Crucis. The main part of the lodge was crafted with the timeless character of Logs America, offering exceptional quality, impressive scale, and warm yet refined mountain elegance. Impeccably decorated and beautifully maintained, this remarkable property has been featured in local magazines and offers a rare blend of luxury, comfort, and versatility. Designed to accommodate both quiet retreats and larger gatherings, the home features 6 spacious suites, each offering a private en suite bath with separate soaking tub and shower, along with its own propane fireplace for a true retreat like experience. High ceilings and expansive living spaces enhance the sense of openness throughout, while views from nearly every room bring the beauty of the mountains indoors. The main living area is both grand and inviting, with an extra large dining space and wet bar that also lends itself beautifully to a den or lounge setting. The commercial kitchen provides excellent function and flexibility and could easily be transformed into a stunning dream kitchen. Multiple rooms open onto several levels of deck space, creating exceptional indoor /outdoor living with plenty of room for relaxing, dining, and entertaining against a backdrop of layered mountain views. The lower level offers wonderful flexibility with separate living quarters and entrance, ideal for extended family, guest accommodations, or additional rental space. A recently renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry and chiseled edge granite counters adds style and function, while the generous additional space and bonus room are ideal for a 3rd living area, game room, media room, or creative hobby space. Laundry on both the second floor and lower level adds convenience and accessibility. Outside, the property is equally impressive, with a large parking area, beautiful native plantings and perennials, a pond with waterfall feature, and a welcoming rocking chair front porch. Every detail invites you to slow down, take in the views, and enjoy the peaceful beauty of this exceptional setting. Ideally located in Valle Crucis, yet just 15 minutes to Boone, near Blowing Rock, the skiing of Sugar and Beech Mountains, famed Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking trails, the original Mast General Store, and the stocked Watauga River for trout fishing, this property offers a premier High Country lifestyle with convenient access to some of the area’s most sought after destinations. Currently operating as a successful Bed and Breakfast, this property carries the prestigious designation of Select Registry lodging, and offers the opportunity to continue as an established inn, or reimagine it as an exceptional single family home, mountain getaway, or luxury vacation rental. Most furnishings are negotiable, offering even more possibilities for a seamless transition into your vision.

315 Lazy Bear Trail, Vilas

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