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$3,700,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 259547 MLS
This exceptional mountain estate is a masterful blend of exquisite craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and breathtaking natural beauty. Offering sweeping, long-range layered views of iconic Grandfather Mountain, the home is set within a prestigious gated community and provides a rare opportunity to experience refined mountain living in a private, serene setting. From the moment you arrive, the quality and attention to detail are unmistakable. Custom finishes and architectural touches are showcased throughout the residence, creating a timeless yet inviting atmosphere. Comfort is paramount, with a three-zoned HVAC system allowing for individualized climate control throughout the home, heated bathroom floors enhancing everyday luxury, and a security system providing peace of mind whether the home is enjoyed full-time or as a mountain retreat. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen is both stunning and highly functional, featuring top-of-the-line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, a beautifully appointed wine bar, and an oversized pantry designed to accommodate entertaining on any scale. The adjoining great room is flooded with natural light and anchored by an impressive stone fireplace, serving as a dramatic focal point and a welcoming gathering space for family and guests. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, thoughtfully designed to maximize comfort and privacy. It features a spa-like bathroom with premium finishes, radiant heated floors, and an impressive walk-in closet reminiscent of a luxury resort. Additional living spaces include a private office ideal for working from home, an oversized family room complete with a wet bar for relaxed entertaining, and a custom-designed 10 person bunk room for perfect for hosting multiple guests. Entertainment takes center stage in the spectacular private home theater, designed to comfortably seat 10 or more viewers. This immersive space offers a cinematic experience ideal for movie nights, sporting events, or gatherings with friends and family, bringing a true luxury theater experience into the home. Seamless indoor-outdoor living is achieved through expansive decks offering both covered and open-air spaces, thoughtfully designed to capture the stunning mountain vistas. The outdoor living areas feature a fireplace and television, creating an inviting setting for year-round enjoyment—from crisp mountain mornings to cozy evenings under the stars. For pet lovers, the property also includes a gated dog run, providing a secure and convenient space for pets to enjoy the outdoors. Completing the property is an oversized heated two-car garage and furnishings by Restoration Hardware, carefully selected to complement the home’s elevated aesthetic. Every element of this remarkable residence has been curated to deliver an uncompromising mountain lifestyle defined by luxury, comfort, and unforgettable views.

620 Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock
$3,365,000
6 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 255265 MLS
Thunderhill Manor – an upscale mountain retreat near downtown Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway (5 minutes!), offering long-range, layered views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This 6BR/6BA/2HBA estate (including 5 ensuite bedrooms, each with private decks/balconies!) is ideal as a luxury getaway or full-time residence in the prestigious gated Firethorn community. Enjoy year-round access on paved roads and convenient one-level living with all main amenities on the walk-in floor. FURNISHED, with exceptions! The main level features a dramatic great room with a cathedral ceiling, exposed beams, a wall of windows framing the views, and a grand stone fireplace—open to the dining area and chef’s kitchen with Viking appliances, granite counters, and walk-in pantry. A spacious Ipe deck includes a stone fireplace, built-in grill, and outdoor TV—perfect for entertaining. The main-level primary suite offers a private deck, stone fireplace, walk-in closet, and jetted soaking tub. Also on this level: a half bath, laundry room, large mudroom/breezeway to the garage, and an unfinished spacious apartment above. Upstairs, you’ll find a loft and four ensuite bedrooms with private decks and full baths. The lower level includes a living room with a coffered ceiling, a stone fireplace, and access to a stone patio and usable yard. Designed for entertaining, this level also boasts a wet bar with granite counters and seating, a spacious home theater with leather recliners, a bonus/exercise room, and an additional bedroom and full bath. A circular driveway provides easy access to the attached 3-car garage. Below, a large storage room with double doors offers space for equipment, small vehicles, or a future workshop. Additional features: high elevation (3,600+ ft), elevator to all three levels, covered entry porch, Rinnai tankless water heater, and Britta Pro water softening and filtration systems. Roof and poplar bark siding cleaned and sealed in August 2025! Firethorn community amenities: gate & gatehouse, clubhouse, walking trails, trout fishing.

693 Thunderhill Trail, Blowing Rock
$3,325,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 257604 MLS
Mountain farmhouse retreat in Blowing Rock’s Firethorn gated community. Welcome to a traditional and classic mountain escape or permanent home, this welcoming and stunning 4,968-square-foot residence with a 925-square-foot apartment, seamlessly blends traditional mountain design with open, bright, spacious interiors set in the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the exclusive gated community of Firethorn, this private estate borders the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and its protected forest. It is only minutes from the charming village of Blowing Rock, offering a balance of seclusion and accessibility to dining, shopping and cultural attractions. From the moment you arrive, a picturesque drive sets the tone for this peaceful retreat. The front porch is ideal for rocking chairs, inviting you to slow down and embrace the relaxed mountain lifestyle. Go inside to an impressive great room with soaring ceilings, expansive windows that bathe the space in natural light and breathtaking views that bring the outdoors inside. Professionally designed interiors feature custom lighting, window treatment, and curated flooring selections throughout the home. The great room and kitchen features shiplap walls and ceilings anchored by a cozy gas fireplace. The heart of the main level is the open chef’s kitchen, outfitted with a dramatic center island, top-of-the-line appliances, granite countertops, a butler’s pantry with a wet bar and a climate-controlled wine storage area, ideal for entertaining or enjoying quiet evenings. The main-level primary suite is a tranquil haven, featuring a spa-inspired bath, exquisite wallpaper, draperies and oversized walk-in closets. Just off the great room, an expansive covered outdoor living area includes a stone wood-burning fireplace and an outdoor kitchen, ideal for everything from intimate gatherings to festive celebrations. Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious en suites impeccably designed for relaxation. The loft sitting area offers guests convenience, comfort, and privacy. For additional flexibility, a 925-square-foot one-bedroom apartment above the garage—accessible via private and interior entry—provides a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area, full bath and great views. Note: This apartment is not included in the home’s total heated living space as it is a secondary living quarter. With over 1,450 square feet of covered decking, you can enjoy year-round views of Grandfather Mountain. Also, the relatively flat, manicured one-acre lot provides generous green space and multiple outdoor gathering areas perfect for activities. A three-car heated garage, security system, Sonos A/V system, Lutron lighting control system, generator and elevated finishes throughout ensure luxury, comfort and peace of mind. Whether you’re hosting a sunset dinner on the terrace, sipping wine by the outdoor fireplace or exploring the nearby hiking and biking trails, this home is more than a residence, it’s a lifestyle. The Firethorn community offers peace and serenity, making it ideal for enjoying morning and evening strolls. Additional notes: Four-bedroom septic permit (five sleeping quarters, including the apartment). Professional measurements differ from tax records, but the total square footage is approximately 6,970 and this includes the main house, apartment, garage and porches. Furnishings available separately.

864 Thunderhill Trail, Blowing Rock
$240,000
260627 MLS
Fantastic building site in the upscale, gated community of Firethorn. Enjoy amazing sunsets with views of Grandfather Mountain and Moses Cone. Firethorn also offers high-speed internet, shared wells and hiking trails. In the center of the community sits a rustic clubhouse overlooking a second pond with a cook's kitchen, a stunning great room with large stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings and dining area. Firethorn is in a convenient location between Boone and Blowing Rock with easy, paved accessibility, year-round. The Middle Fork of the New River meanders through the subdivision, adding to the tranquil setting.

Lot 250 Thunderhill Trail, Blowing Rock
$190,000
252026 MLS
One of the best view lots in Firethorn with sweeping views of Grandfather Mountain, Moses Cone and the surrounding mountain ranges. Perched above the trees, create your dream home with a walkout basement overlooking the iconic Blue Ridge Mountains minutes from Blowing Rock, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone & the greater High Country. The lot cleared of undergrowth allows for easy exploration, revealing natural rock outcroppings and natural rhododendrons. Access to Blowing Rock ensures cool summer retreats, while the gated Firethorn community creates a cohesive sense of mountain architectural aesthetic. Enjoy paved road access and no town taxes. Firethorn amenities abound, featuring a clubhouse, hiking trails, trout fishing streams, a pond, and 15+ acres of common green space bordering the U.S. National Park. Firethorn ARC has a preference for homes over 4,000 sq-ft in size and the community does not allow short-term rentals. Uncover the charm of Blowing Rock in the esteemed community of Firethorn today.

142 Tanglewood Trail, Blowing Rock
$170,000
254282 MLS
Enjoy peace and tranquility from the gently sloping 1.54-acre lot located at the end of the cul-de-sac within Firethorn. If you are looking for privacy and potential mountain view, you have found it. Fantastic long range view potential and yard space. Mature trees surround the lot and undergrowth clearing has been completed to allow for the property to be walked. There is a 4-bedroom septic permit and water to the lot via a shared well. Firethorn is gated community conveniently located between Blowing Rock and Boone. Firethorn amenities include a clubhouse, hiking trails that back up to the U.S. National Park with the Blue Ridge Parkway, trout fishing streams, and pond. Come see this exceptional lot now, it will not last long.

Lot 240 Thunder Wood Trail, Blowing Rock
$150,000
247580 MLS
Easy access Firethorn lot with creek frontage. Level access to a sloping/gently sloping building site depending on house placement. Walk or ride to trout fishing and hiking trails. Position home placement to overlook the creek and nature around you. This site would afford an elevated homesite above the road. There is easy access to the greater High Country through the gate with nearly flat access to Boone and Blowing Rock. Lot comes with shared well access. At the entrance of Gray Cliffs Way is the New River which has private trout fishing access for residents. Firethorn is a gated community convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock, Boone, and the greater High Country. Enjoy paved road access outside of Blowing Rock with no town taxes. Firethorn amenities include over 15 acres of common area green space, a clubhouse, hiking trails backing up to the U.S. National Park with the Blue Ridge Parkway, trout fishing streams, pond, & gate. Firethorn has a 3,000 min sq ft requirement and no short-term rentals are allowed. Adjoining lot 104 is for sale to create a grand estate lot with enhanced privacy.

103 Gray Cliffs Way, Blowing Rock
$130,000
255773 MLS
Beautiful homesite within Firethorn Community! This large homesite has both sloping and flat areas for multiple building possibilities. Near the entrance of the community, this lot has a view of the river! Firethorn amenities include a fantastic clubhouse, stocked trout stream, hiking trails that continue onto US National Park land, pondsand gated entry. Easy access to Blowing Rock, Boone, the Blue Ridge Parkway, skiing, shopping, dining and more! Expired 3 bedroom septic permit. A portion of the lot closest to the river is in a flood plain. Great property to build your dream mountain home!

Lot 101 Beaver Lodge Trail, Blowing Rock
$75,000
251035 MLS
Welcome to this remarkable and incredibly valuable lot located in Firethorn community, offering easy accessibility to both Blowing Rock and Boone. This large lot features a relatively level building site. While the lot does slope at the back, this presents an ideal opportunity to build a daylight basement, should you desire additional living space or unique architectural design. The Firethorn neighborhood epitomizes the charm and allure of mountain living, offering approximately 15 acres of exquisite common areas for residents to enjoy. These include a lovely clubhouse equipped with a full kitchen, where you can host gatherings and enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. Explore the community hiking trails provide opportunities to delve into the breathtaking landscapes that back up to the U.S. National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Trout fishing streams, a pond, and gated access further enhance the allure of this idyllic community. Firethorn upholds architectural standards with a minimum square footage requirement of 3,000 square feet, with 2,000 square feet on the main level excluding the garage and decks. Short-term rentals are not permitted, ensuring the tranquility and character of the community are preserved. Mature trees and rhododendrons naturally buffer the lot, creating a serene setting. Undergrowth clearing has been thoughtfully done, allowing for easy exploration and an appreciation of the property's unique attributes. Discover the exceptional community of Firethorn today and unlock the potential to build your dream mountain retreat. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity.

Lot 135R Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock

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