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Newest Watauga County Land for Sale

$499,000
259615 MLS
The most spectacular long range views from this 4 acre estate site. This is the only homesite available in the Meadows section of Chappell Farms! Every sunrise is a special treat you'll want to cherish. Offering you a front row seat to watch the weather move from the south to the north to the east. A true vantage point perched over 4500' in elevation. Sweeping views will take your breath away as your gaze spans over the well known peaks of Elk Knob State Park (Ashe County) to Howards Knob (above Boone), to App Ski Mountain (Blowing Rock), to the Linville Gorge, to Hanging Rock (Seven Devils), and beyond. You can even see the lights of the App State stadium, and enjoy fireworks from more than 6 different High Country displays every Fourth of July and New Years Eve. You'll always be in tune with what the weather is doing in Boone and Blowing Rock. Feel like you are on top of the world, a little closer to the heavens. Located 4.5 miles to downtown Banner Elk! 2 miles to the Banner Elk Winery! Only a 1-2 mile hike to the Ski Resort, Overlook Barn, Emerald Outback Trails, Whistle Pig brewing, Famous Brick Oven Pizza, and all Beech Mountain has to offer. Small yet thoughtful POA with few restrictions (rentals allowed) offering building resources and guidelines upon request. Make your own personal back country ski run with this elevation change and road access! One of the prettiest areas in the entire High Country could be just right for your dream home, follow your heart and visit Chappell Farms today!

Lot F Chappell Farm Road, Banner Elk

$19,000
259588 MLS
SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! Build your dream mountain home on almost a half-acre lot with CURRENT SEPTIC PERMIT FOR FOUR (4) bedroom house!(January 2026 active) This lot is located in the gated community of Powder Horn. Permit completed September 2024. Powder Horn boasts some of the best amenities in the area with a community pool, 3 ponds, clubhouse, fitness center, game room, chapel, tennis court, miles of hiking trails, a rustic campground and even state stocked trout waters along Elk Creek. Single family home construction on this lot would have a beautiful open southwest facing view. What a rare treat to have an affordable land option and the views to go with it! The community guidelines are in attachments for a more detailed review. Key points for construction – there is community water that you can tap into, so you don’t have to drill a well, minimum square feet to build is 1400. POA dues are currently (January 2026) $1988 per year. These dues also include trash pick up and a manned gate, community events, and so much more. The community DOES allow SHORT Term rentals, and no additional fees are incurred for guests to also use these amenities. Conceptual plans are available upon request. Footprint for septic was for a 35 foot by 66 foot wide house. The lot has a very slow grade and would be EASY to build on. Highly recommend this one if you want something ready to go with a view! Worried about financing? Seller is happy to do seller financing with 35percent down. Please call agent for more details and a quick close!

Lot 105 Roaring Ridge Road, Deep Gap

$35,000
259568 MLS
Seller Financing Available with 35 percent down! Build your dream mountain home on 1.19 acres on Roaring Ridge Rd in the gated community of Powder Horn. Three-bedroom septic permit in attachments from 2019. Powder Horn boasts some of the best amenities in the area with a community pool, 3 ponds, clubhouse, fitness center, game room, chapel, tennis court, miles of hiking trails, a rustic campground and even state stocked trout waters along Elk Creek. Single family home construction on this lot would have a close-range mountain view to the west and a longer valley view to the North. You would be able to hear Laurel Creek just below the house. What a rare treat to have the sounds of a mountain river and the views to go with it! The community guidelines are in attachments for a more detailed review. Key points for construction – there is community water that you can tap into, so you don’t have to drill a well, minimum square feet to build is 1400. POA dues are currently (January 2026) $1988 per year. These dues also include trash pick up and a manned gate, community events, and so much more. The community DOES allow SHORT Term rentals, and no additional fees are incurred for guests to also use these amenities. Blue Ridge energy is the power provider and Skyline Skybest has been installed so all homes have hard line fiber internet! Watauga county schools does pick up and drop off at the front gate. Come check it out... it is a great place to call home!

Lot94/95 Roaring Ridge Road, Deep Gap

$3,250,000
259422 MLS
Apple Tree Farm - a rare offering of 240+ acres with a farmhouse, unfinished garage/building, storage building, two barns, and trails - with wooded acreage, sprawling pastures, and long-range, layered Blue Ridge Mountain views at high elevations. With the potential for many different uses, this is the perfect spot for a homestead, family estate/legacy property, horse property, working farm with farming opportunities, or investment opportunity with potential for development - no zoning and no restrictions! Offering easy access year-round from state-maintained roads, this property is just 15 minutes from Appalachian State University and amenities in Boone but offers ample privacy. The large farmhouse front porch is the perfect place for overlooking the green pastures, small pond, and mountains beyond - enjoy mother nature at her finest with acres and acres made for exploring and enjoying the cool Blue Ridge Mountain air! The 3 BR, 2.5 BA home, awaiting the right buyer to put their own personal touches, offers a living room, den, kitchen, and dining room on the first level - upstairs, find a large primary suite, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and multiple bonus rooms. Additional features: central vacuum, recently replaced windows throughout, wormy chestnut kitchen cabinets, four garage bays, full basement with bathroom, high-speed internet. The farmhouse would also make a great guest home, with the opportunity to build on the acreage! The unfinished garage/building was originally intended as a garage with an apartment above and offers four additional garage bays. An open-air storage building is great for equipment or vehicle storage, and a large usable barn offers even more potential. Apple trees & wildflowers surround the farmhouse and a trail system runs through parts of the wooded acreage to pasture areas. The serenity of Apple Tree Farm lasts year-round with pastoral and sunset views overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains!

840 Ed Williams Road, Zionville

$950,000
259421 MLS
Loves Knob Farm: a rare offering of approximately 93+ acres with a farmhouse, barn, detached garage, and multiple storage buildings and outbuildings - with wooded acreage, sprawling pastures, a stream, and long-range, layered Blue Ridge Mountain views from high-elevation pastures. With the potential for many different uses, this is the perfect spot for a homestead, family estate/legacy property, horse property, working farm, or investment opportunity with potential for development - no zoning and no restrictions!  Offering easy access year-round, this property is just 15 minutes from Appalachian State University and amenities in Boone, but offers ample privacy.  The farmhouse front porch is the perfect place for overlooking the green pastures, and mountains beyond - enjoy Mother Nature at her finest with acres and acres made for exploring and enjoying the cool Blue Ridge Mountain air! The two-bedroom, one bath home, awaiting updates and the right buyer's personal touches, offers a living room, kitchen, mudroom, two bedrooms, and a full bath on the first level - upstairs, find a large finished bonus room and additional unfinished storage area. The farmhouse would also make a great guest home, with the opportunity to build on the acreage! Charming, usable outbuildings near the home, as well as a detached, two-car garage and multi-level storage building, provide ample storage space and room for vehicles and equipment. The serenity of Loves Knob Farm lasts year-round with pastoral and sunset views overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains! See list of disclosures in MLS supplements.

226 Loves Knob Road, Sugar Grove

$14,500
259255 MLS
Outstanding opportunity to build your dream mountain retreat in the gated community of Powder Horn Mountain. This wooded lot is beautifully along Laurel Creek and features a gentle slope down to the water, offering serene ridgeline mountain views and soothing sound of the creek below, all in a peaceful, forested setting accessible by paved roads. A current two-bedroom septic permit is on file, allowing you to begin construction without delay. The lot is served by a community water system through Carolina Water Services for a tap-on fee and a monthly metered rate. High-speed fiber internet is also available, ensuring you can stay connected while enjoying life in the mountains. Ideally near Boone, Blowing Rock and all attractions of the High Country, this property is well-suited for full-time living, a vacation home or a rental investment. Short- and long-term rentals are permitted. The adjacent POA-owned lot is not listed but may be available for purchase, offering the opportunity to create a corner parcel surrounded by POA land. Residents of Powder Horn Mountain enjoy an exceptional range of amenities, including three lakes for paddling and fishing, hiking trails, a fitness center, outdoor pool, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, disc golf, basketball and a primitive campground. The community also features a chapel, staffed gate for added security and year-round neighborhood events that foster a strong sense of connection. A one-time $1,000 impact fee is required before beginning new construction. To explore everything Powder Horn Mountain has to offer, visit powderhornmountain.com.

Lot 111 Laurel Circle West, Deep Gap

$369,900
258820 MLS
Discover the perfect balance of privacy, convenience, and stunning mountain scenery on Lot 115 in Wilderness Reserve, the newest luxury mountain community in the area. This exceptional homesite offers incredible layered, long-range views paired with a flat, easy build site—a rare find in the High Country. From this vantage point, you’ll enjoy sweeping mountain views from both the front and back of the property, capturing sunrises over distant ridgelines and sunsets fading behind wooded peaks. The partially wooded back of the lot provides natural privacy and a peaceful sense of seclusion, making it an ideal setting for your dream mountain retreat or full-time residence. The Wilderness Reserve community combines breathtaking scenery with unmatched outdoor adventure. Located just minutes from downtown Boone and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this gated community features paved roads, underground utilities, and the freedom to build on your own timeline with the builder of your choice. Residents enjoy access to miles of ATV and hiking trails winding through pristine mountain terrain, along with a creekside park complete with firepits, swings, grills, and open fields for soccer, football, or family gatherings. Only a short drive from Boone and roughly 90 minutes from Charlotte, Wilderness Reserve offers a true mountain experience without sacrificing accessibility. Don’t miss your chance to own this remarkable lot with extraordinary views and an unbeatable location—Lot 115 at Wilderness Reserve is mountain living at its finest.

Lot 115 Autumn Sunset Overlook, Deep Gap

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