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36 Taylor Street, Sparta
$375,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 265200 MLS
IN-TOWN CONVENIENCE with LOADS OF CHARACTER and UPDATES. This 4 BR, 2.5 BA home offers modern kitchen with stainless appliances and beautiful countertops and pantry. Additional living quarters offers a bedroom, bath and living area with its own entrance. Spacious yard with storage building and fenced in patio perfect for barbecues. Cozy living room features hardwood floors and a fireplace. Low maintenance exterior with brick and hardiboard. Located near the hospital, parks, shopping and a short drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the scenic New River. Come and take a look at all this home has to offer.

36 Taylor Street, Sparta
391 Country Club Road, Roaring Gap
$335,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 263556 MLS
Nestled on 1.45 wooded acres in High Meadows Golf and Country Club, this two floor, 4 bedroom, 2 bath property is a secluded mountain escape with lots of potential. The large wooded lot provides a shady escape from summer's heat only 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway with access to the many optional amenities of High Meadows Club including golf, pickleball, tennis and dining. The ground level of this property has its own entry door and contains 3 bedrooms with closets, a laundry/utility room and a full bath. On the upper floor, the main entrance accesses a great room with a vaulted tongue and groove wood ceiling, a large stone fireplace and soaring windows with views of the property. This floor includes an open plan kitchen and dining area with access to the large wrap around deck as well as a large main bedroom with a full bath and deck access. This property is offered furnished and includes all appliances ready for the next owner to use right away. Schedule your showing today!

391 Country Club Road, Roaring Gap
120 Doodle Bug Lane, Sparta
$580,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 264974 MLS
Unique Property on 3.78 Acres with Spacious Living and Exceptional Outbuilding! Discover the possibilities with this versatile 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home situated on 3.78 acres, offering approximately 2,550 square feet of living space, with 1,275 square feet on each floor. Recently updated, the home features fresh interior paint, a newly stained exterior and porch, refinished floors, and Andersen doors and windows. Enjoy the covered front porch and side deck, offering inviting spaces to relax and take in the outdoors. The main floor features a wood stove for added warmth and character, along with central HVAC and propane backup heat. The finished basement offers additional living space complete with a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom, offering flexibility for extended living arrangements, a separate living area, or additional recreational space. extended family, or a variety of other uses. The property also includes four stoves, two refrigerators, two washers, two dryers, and a built-in microwave. A standout feature of this property is the impressive approximately 4,000-square-foot outbuilding, offering four bays on the lower level, including a wash bay. The upper level features garage doors for additional access and storage. The lower level is equipped with propane heat and a water hookup, offering excellent potential for a workshop, equipment storage, or hobby space. Additional features include two wells, an older two-story barn, and access from both Highway 18 North and Napco Road. Whether you're looking for a home with room to spread out, acreage to enjoy, or plenty of space for equipment and projects, this unique property offers endless possibilities both inside and out!

120 Doodle Bug Lane, Sparta
234 Holly Hill Drive, Sparta
$249,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 264895 MLS
ONE LEVEL living with an attached 2-CAR GARAGE and a FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT checking the boxes for storage and easy access when bringing the groceries in rain or shine! The driveway is NOT the property line, use Landglide & look for the power boxes to get a good idea where the upper prop line is, you have a lot more land, almost a half acre, if you choose to build a garage, a picnic shelter with a view, etc.! If you are looking to make the mountains your home this one is affordable and ready to finish. Bring your paint brush and pick out your favorite flooring, the seller is offering a $2,500 FLOORING ALLOWANCE, this home is ready for some cosmetic updates but a lot of the heavy lifting has been addressed. The heat pump was replaced in December 2023, water heater, pressure tank and whole house water filtration system in December 2022, Gas Logs replaced in 2025, Deck replaced in 2024, roof ridge cap replaced in 2018 & Tar Heel Basement/Ground Works installed a basement gutter system including a commercial dehumidifier. The kitchen appliances are new within the last 5 years. It's a good time to work inside, bring your tools, there is ABUNDANT SPACE IN THE UNFINISHED DRY BASEMENT FOR STORAGE AND A WORK BENCH, spend the winter working inside & now that the leaves are falling you'll see where the view windows are and you can plan for spring landscaping. This is a beautiful, gently sloping lot in a very nice, small community of less than 6 homes on a paved dead end road less than 10 minutes to the town of Sparta. You'll enjoy a clean car or motorcycle longer than your gravel road friends because you also have a level, paved driveway and a heated 2-Car Garage. The upper side of the property has fabulous mountain views, trim some trees from the driveway and this could be an excellent place to put a picnic table or perhaps a garage with a picnic shelter. Bring your ideas to the gorgeous mountains of Alleghany County, the Heart of the Blue Ridge Parkway and home to miles of the New River, famous for fishing, floating, where the outside is good for your inside!

234 Holly Hill Drive, Sparta
99 Lynn Lane, Glade Valley
$210,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 264834 MLS
Escape to the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains with this charming mountain getaway featuring 2.5 unrestricted acres and frontage on Big Glade Creek, a stocked trout stream. This Beautiful home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, providing a comfortable retreat for weekend escapes or full-time mountain living. Relax on the covered front porch overlooking the creek, or enjoy the peaceful sounds of flowing water from the deck extending over the creek—an ideal spot for fishing, unwinding, or simply taking in the natural surroundings. A carport and storage building provide added convenience for parking and storing outdoor gear. With a great central location near Sparta, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Stone Mountain State Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, and the New River, this property offers easy access to scenic drives, hiking, fishing, paddling, and countless outdoor adventures. Whether you're searching for a private mountain retreat, a recreational getaway, or a property to enjoy year-round, this special creekside setting offers the perfect opportunity to experience mountain living at its best. Gated street-- No Drive-Bys.

99 Lynn Lane, Glade Valley
21 Pit Row, Laurel Springs
$435,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 264693 MLS
Updated Mountain Cottage with Blue Ridge Parkway Views! Move-In Ready! Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of mountain living in the quiet community of Thunder Ridge in Laurel Springs. This charming two-story cottage offers a wonderful opportunity for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or investment property, with both short-term and long-term rentals allowed. Located less than a mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway, the home offers mountain views, including views of the Parkway itself, along with inviting outdoor spaces to relax and enjoy the scenery. Thunder Ridge features paved roads, reasonable restrictions, and an affordable POA fee. Thoughtful updates make this home ready to enjoy, including new siding and decking and new HVAC in 2022, plus a new roof and gutters in 2024. Covered porches and open decks provide plenty of outdoor living space for morning coffee, evening relaxation, and taking in the mountain views. Inside, hardwood flooring adds warmth to the main living areas, while abundant natural light creates a welcoming atmosphere. The main level offers everything needed for convenient one-level living, including a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and en-suite bath featuring a vanity and shower. A convenient laundry room and half bath are also located nearby.The standout feature is the beautifully remodeled kitchen, completed in 2025, with brand-new custom-built cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The eat-in dining area flows into the living room, where a propane fireplace creates a cozy setting for cool mountain evenings. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a full guest bath, and one bedroom features its own private deck—an ideal spot to enjoy the mountain views. An unfinished full basement provides additional storage and potential for future use.The location is hard to beat, with the Blue Ridge Parkway and Freeborne's Restaurant less than a mile away, Doughton Park and The Bluffs Restaurant approximately 10 minutes away, and Sparta about 15 minutes away. Jefferson and West Jefferson are approximately 20 minutes away, offering convenient access to shopping, dining, and local attractions.Whether you're looking for a peaceful mountain retreat, a comfortable full-time home, or a property with rental potential, this updated cottage offers the mountain lifestyle you've been looking for. Move-in ready and ready to enjoy—schedule your showing today!

21 Pit Row, Laurel Springs
123 Pine Tree Drive, Roaring Gap
$425,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 264768 MLS
If you’ve been looking for a move-in-ready mountain cottage, look no further! Located in the beautiful High Meadows Golf and Country Club community in Roaring Gap, this inviting 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers a thoughtfully designed three-level layout with comfortable living spaces and plenty of room for family and guests. The main level offers the convenience of everyday living on one floor, featuring an open floor plan that connects the kitchen, dining area, and living room. The well-appointed kitchen boasts beautiful granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, while the spacious dining area provides plenty of room for gathering with family and friends. A beautiful stone gas log fireplace serves as the centerpiece of the inviting living room, adding warmth and mountain charm. The primary bedroom suite is also located on this level, providing a comfortable and private retreat. The upper level features two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, creating a separate area ideal for family members or overnight guests. Additional storage space adds to the home's functionality. The finished lower level provides even more flexibility, with a comfortable den perfect for relaxing, watching movies, or entertaining. This level also includes a fourth bedroom, a full bathroom, and the laundry room, making it an excellent space for guests or extended family. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with two decks offering plenty of space to enjoy your morning coffee, dine outdoors, or unwind after a day of golf, hiking, or exploring the mountains. Conveniently located near Sparta, Elkin, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Stone Mountain State Park, this home puts you close to the outdoor recreation, shopping, dining, and natural beauty that make the Blue Ridge Mountains such a special place to call home. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a mountain getaway, this charming home offers the space, comfort, and flexibility to enjoy mountain living at its best!

123 Pine Tree Drive, Roaring Gap
1003 Deerwood Road, Piney Creek
$495,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 264148 MLS
Inside River Country Estates in Piney Creek, NC, a gated mountain-and-river community centered around the New River and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Resident have access to a common riverfront area suitable for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, tubing and swimming. Being sold fully furnished, this log home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, all on different levels. Two additional rooms offer valuable flexibility and could be used as sleeping spaces, home office, hobby room, bunk rooms, or whatever best suits your needs and liifestyle. Skybest Fiber Optics is available for your high speed Internet service. This home creates the warm, inviting atmosphere you expect from a mountain cabin, while the generous floor plan provides room to gather, relax, and entertain. With over an acre of property, there is ample space to enjoy the outdoors, create your own mountain retreat, or simply relax in the peaceful surroundings. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence, vacation home, family retreat, or investment opportunity, this versatile cabin is ready to become your own piece of the North Carolina mountains. Deed acreage shows as 1.055 acres, but tax card shows only as 0.72 acre. The difference is the acreage in the right of way is not taxed by Allegheny County. Being sold as-is.

1003 Deerwood Road, Piney Creek
272 Lonmack Road, Sparta
$380,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 264227 MLS
Immaculate mini farm located in the Twin Oaks community of Alleghany County NC. This ranch style home consist of 3 bedrooms and one bath with a bonus room and a half bath. Lots or remodeling on this country charmer. New Presidential lifetime shingles, New Vinyl windows, New plumbing, new insulation in the crawl space, new stain on both decks, new paint on the interior. This property consists of 4.72 acres of beautiful rolling pasture. There is a separate garage with a new entry door and new roll up garage door (24 x24) on the bottom with an apartment on the top (24 x34) This building also has the lifetime presidential shingles, new stone work, new laminate flooring in the apartment and a mini split unit has been ordered. There also is a 30 x 60 barn and a 10 x 16 outbuilding included on the property. Beautifully landscaped with a paved secluded driveway. Sit on the covered front porch to watch the sunsets or enjoy grilling on the back porch. The Historic New River is less than 3 minutes away and if you your are a golf enthusiast, New River Country Club is just up the Road. This property has no restrictions so bring your horses, cows, chickens and start living the Country Life.

272 Lonmack Road, Sparta
289 Spring Meadows Way, Piney Creek
$624,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 264019 MLS
Exquisite, magnificent river estate just waiting for the right folks! What distinguishes this River Country home from the rest is its direct river front access to the New River but its seclusion from other properties. When you're there it's just you and the river. This exotic home with fastidiously maintained, recently stained hand-hewn logs will is simply stunning in its grandeur and majesty. The 360 wrap porch makes life easy in all seasons and weather. The interior is pure rustic and mountain replete with wood burning, stone hearth that vaults to the sky. Outside you are immersed in the sounds of river nature, the constant, coursing over water over rock runs and eddies. Just below you on the porch is the covered grilling gazebo nestled nicely between home and river to entertain your friends and family with memories that will last a lifetime. Be careful with your party invites becase no one will turn down an invitation to this experience! This is one of those situations where there is simply no substitute for being here, seeing it with your own eyes, listening to the birdsong, and the aeons-old course of the New River on its way from Blowing Rock to the Gulf. If you spend much of your life in the Piedmont heat and humidity, come explore the different world - the cool, temperate rainforest - the New River natural arboretum - one you own fee simple. Make it your world. Accept our challenge for a visit and see if you possess the will power to walk away once here. Watch our five-minute video walk thru and down to the river. Then let us know your impression. Opportunities of this ilk rarely rear their regal heads. We imagine the sheer grandeur of this property will turn the heads of one of our earliest visitors and deprive latecomers of its potential. Come while it is still here and decide for yourselves. Thank you for considering one of our finest listings. Please note: the last six photos are of improvements along and at the river bank the owner had made. These were affected and removed during hurricane Helene and he did not replace but it demonstrates the latitude of possibilities of your riparian rights.

289 Spring Meadows Way, Piney Creek
80 Club Villa Drive Unit 404, Roaring Gap
$335,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 263456 MLS
This conveniently located 2 bedroom and 2 bath villa is just a short walk to the clubhouse and restaurant. It offers incredible long range mountain and gorge views. The interior has attractive slate and hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, attractive kitchen countertops and walk-in closets. Amenities include golf. driving range/practice areas, outdoor pool, indoor pool, hot tub, gym, pickle ball courts, tennis court, fishing, dog park, hiking trails, and wonderful clubhouse dining. Olde Beau is conveniently located just 50 minutes to Winston-Salem, 90 minutes to Charlotte, and 2,5 hours to Raleigh.

80 Club Villa Drive Unit 404, Roaring Gap
290 Riverview Drive, Sparta
$300,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 263322 MLS
Located just minutes from charming downtown Sparta and conveniently situated within the town limits, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and mountain living. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or a place to enjoy retirement, this home provides the space and location to fit a variety of lifestyles. Recent improvements include new appliances, a newer roof, fresh paint, new flooring, and numerous updates throughout, allowing you to move in and begin enjoying your new home right away. Step inside to a welcoming den just off the main entrance—a cozy spot for reading, relaxing, or gathering with friends. From there, the home opens into a spacious floor plan featuring the kitchen, dining area, and living room, creating a comfortable space for entertaining or spending time with family. Three generously sized bedrooms and two updated bathrooms provide plenty of room for everyone. The full-footprint basement adds tremendous flexibility with an additional laundry area and ample space for a canning kitchen, workshop, hobby room, fitness area, or abundant storage. Whether you're a gardener, woodworker, or simply need room for your mountain gear, you'll appreciate the endless possibilities this lower level provides. One of this home's greatest features is its location. Enjoy the convenience of shopping, restaurants, local events, and healthcare just minutes away in downtown Sparta, while also being surrounded by some of the High Country's most treasured outdoor destinations. Spend your weekends exploring the scenic overlooks of the Blue Ridge Parkway, kayaking or fishing along the New River—one of the oldest rivers in the world—or hiking the waterfalls and trails at Stone Mountain State Park. The nearby Mountains-to-Sea Trail, wineries, golf courses, and the area's rich music and arts heritage offer something to enjoy in every season. If you've been looking for an updated home with plenty of living space in one of the Blue Ridge Mountains' most desirable small towns, this property is ready to welcome you home.

290 Riverview Drive, Sparta
466 Rachel Way, Piney Creek
$445,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 263164 MLS
This beautiful and charming log cabin features newly updated kitchen counter tops, brand new stainless steel appliances, luxury flooring throughout and brand new tiled bathrooms. It is Conveniently located to The Jeffersons and Boone in the heart of the easy going and relaxed Two River Country subdivision. Just minutes to the New River for Fishing, Tubing and Canoeing, this home boasts ample lighting with large windows, open concept kitchen and living room. On the main floor you have plenty of room for guests to spend the night with 2 bedrooms and a shared bathroom. Just off the living room there is a beautiful partially covered wrap around porch offering plenty of sitting room for your favorite rocking chair. If you love front porch sitting on a cool crisp fall morning and a nice hot cup of coffee then this will be your spot! Upstairs offers a spacious primary suite with bathroom, small sequestered deck and cozy loft that could be used for an office or reading nook. Downstairs in the partially finished basement you'll find a full bathroom, bonus sleeping room, flex space, laundry/utility room and workshop with access from inside as well as outside entry. You can experience all that the High Country has to offer with this fully furnished and turnkey Log Cabin, so schedule a showing, pack your bags and get ready to enjoy Mountain Living before it's too late....

466 Rachel Way, Piney Creek
638 Ridge Road, Roaring Gap
$465,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 262032 MLS
A versatile mountain retreat with space and serenity. Perched on Ridge Road in High Meadows Golf & Country Club, this furnished 4BR/4BA home blends comfort, character, and mountain calm, while offering exceptional flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, a mountain getaway, or a home with independent living space for a loved one, this property is designed to accommodate your needs. A fenced yard provides a safe area for pets. The main level welcomes you with vaulted beams, a stone fireplace with LP logs, an open kitchen, dining area with eat-at-bar , plus a bedroom and full bath. Every room opens to a large deck showcasing long-range views and lush golf-course greenery - an ideal setting for gathering with family and friends. Upstairs, a cozy vaulted suite with its own full bath offers room to work, rest, and step out onto your own deck for a quiet retreat under the night sky or to enjoy luxury of morning coffee. The lower level creates true independence with two ensuite bedrooms with full baths, a kitchen corner connected to expansive family room with fireplace. From here, you can step out to a covered deck designed for year-round enjoyment that extends into decks open outdoor area. For anyone who finds joy in growing things, the sunny garden beds and light-soaked decks and yard create a welcoming canvas for vegetables, flowers, or whatever you dream of planting. For golfers, the setting is unmatched - across from No. 7 green, beside No. 8 and No. 9 tees, and overlooking No. 2. This home places the course - and the mountains - right at your doorstep. High Meadows Golf & Country Club offers both golf and social memberships, giving you access to pickleball courts, a sparkling swimming pool, and a collection of luxury amenities that make everyday living feel like a getaway.

638 Ridge Road, Roaring Gap
30 Village Road Unit 102, Roaring Gap
$267,500
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260555 MLS
Gorgeous townhome with a lake VIEW! With 2 charming BRs each with an ensuite, it's easy to relax or entertain. The spacious living area has a lovely stone fireplace with gas logs, a bar nook and is open to kitchen and dining. Kitchen is nicely appointed with S/S appliances and solid surface countertops. There is also a pantry closet for extra storage. On the lower level, you'll find flex space and the laundry area. Garage entry into lower level is equipped with an outlet for charging your electric vehicle. With the large back porch that overlooks the lake, sit, breathe, and let the mountains soothe your soul. This unit does have rental history and is ready for either a full time owner, a get away or an investor. Recent remodel was tastefully and thoughtfully done. Call today to see this one! As an added bonus, with Olde Beau just across the street, owners have the option to join Olde Beau at your desired level of membership. This home can be sold with furnishings.

30 Village Road Unit 102, Roaring Gap
339 Stillhouse Branch Road, Laurel Springs
$1,600,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 259506 MLS
We are proud to present a truly once-in-a-lifetime estate nestled in the heart of Laurel Springs, offering over 265 breathtaking acres in one of the most scenic settings the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer. This remarkable property is bordered by the Blue Ridge Parkway on one side and adjoins NC Game Lands in Wilkes County on the other, providing unmatched privacy, protected surroundings, and direct access to thousands of acres of preserved land. The driveway to the land is one of the few directly off the Blue Ridge Parkway because this old farm predates the Parkway. As you approach the house you cross a beautiful stream with wild flowers, then fields for horses or cattle open up around you. There is the pond and the house on a site where people have lived for at least 150 years. Driving or walking past the house you climb the old road through thick woods with a bold creek beside you with small water falls your children or grand children will love. The road opens out at the top to a broad and open highland straddling the eastern continental divide and offering unmatched views for potential home sites. The broad mountain top was in the past used for agriculture and grazing sheep. The tract forms its own protected watershed and is rich with springs of the purest water. The main residence offers a living room, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms. There is a guest house designed for pond views and access with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and laundry area (permitting in progress), and a charming cottage overlooking the pond—perfect for quiet mornings or visiting guests, and an old barn full of rustic character, ideal storage or creative reuse. Approximately 33.67 +/- acres are unencumbered around the existing house near the Parkway. , while 231.808 +/- acres of higher elevation are protected under a conservation easement with the Blue Ridge Conservancy, allowing just a few house sites while ensuring the long-term preservation of the natural beauty. The possibilities here are truly exceptional: a private mountain estate, wedding or event venue, bed and breakfast, wellness or retreat center, hunter’s paradise, a farm, or a thoughtfully designed combination of uses. Whether your vision is personal, a business, or legacy-focused, this property offers the rare scale, setting, and flexibility to bring it to life. Come home to your very own sanctuary in the Blue Ridge Mountains—where nature, privacy, and opportunity converge.

339 Stillhouse Branch Road, Laurel Springs
186 Woodcrest Road, Roaring Gap
$1,195,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 253680 MLS
Experience unforgettable sunsets from this truly one-of-a-kind mountain retreat in the prestigious High Meadows Golf & Country Club community. Thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, this home blends refined comfort with effortless entertaining in a breathtaking, 3-acre natural setting. Step inside to a dramatic living space featuring soaring vaulted wood ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a stunning floor-to-ceiling natural stone, wood-burning fireplace—the perfect centerpiece for cozy mountain evenings. The beautifully updated kitchen showcases sleek stainless steel appliances and flows seamlessly into the open dining area and sunroom, where panoramic views steal the show. The main-level primary suite offers a private sanctuary, complete with a spa-inspired bath featuring a Jacuzzi tub and a spacious walk-in shower—your own personal retreat after a day on the course or exploring the mountains. Fresh, modern lighting enhances the home’s warm, inviting ambiance throughout. Outdoors, expansive decks and a generous patio create the ideal backdrop for relaxing, entertaining, or simply soaking in the crisp mountain air and scenic vistas. The lower level is designed for fun and flexibility, offering a full game room with a second kitchen, a cozy den with a gas-log stone fireplace, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a large laundry room—perfect for hosting guests or extended stays. A detached, oversized multi-car garage adds exceptional versatility with skylights, a full bath, and a lower-level workshop—ideal for hobbies, storage, or year-round living. This is more than a home—it’s a mountain lifestyle. Schedule your private showing today and discover the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and unforgettable views.

186 Woodcrest Road, Roaring Gap

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