129 Laurel Dr

$359,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,508 Sq. Ft.
$238 / Sq. Ft.
1,508
Sq. Ft.
$238
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This charming 3 bedroom 3 1/2 bath topsider-style home captures the essence of mountain living with its unique, airy design. The upper level of this home features an open floor plan that enhances the light-filled atmosphere, with Brazilian teak wood floors that add warmth to the space. On the ground level, you'll find a cozy family room, a flexible office space— for remote work or a peaceful retreat and an additional wing that includes a spacious primary bedroom with an en suite bath. Upstairs, two...This charming 3 bedroom 3 1/2 bath topsider-style home captures the essence of mountain living with its unique, airy design. The upper level of this home features an open floor plan that enhances the light-filled atmosphere, with Brazilian teak wood floors that add warmth to the space. On the ground level, you'll find a cozy family room, a flexible office space— for remote work or a peaceful retreat and an additional wing that includes a spacious primary bedroom with an en suite bath. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms await, one of which is also an en suite, both opening to a large deck creating an inviting space to soak in the fresh mountain air. Homeowners can enjoy access to hiking trails, fly fishing on the Watauga River, and a nearby community dog park. A separate membership to Hound Ears Club is available for purchase and includes access to golf, fine/casual dining, swimming pool, tennis & pickleball courts, and fitness center. Whether you're looking for a seasonal escape or a potential investment rental, this home offers peaceful mountain living and a wealth of outdoor activities right at your doorstep.
  1. Listed by Patricia Hall • 828 Real Estate • (828) 386-6047

Property Details for 129 Laurel Drive

Architectural Style
Dome
Parking Features
Driveway, Paved, Private
Subdivision Name
Hound Ears
LISTING UPDATED: 10/28/2025 06:40 PM

Property Details for 129 Laurel Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #252745
Days on Market333
Taxes$1,446 / year
HOA Fees$1,395 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1970
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
CountyWatauga County

Location

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Sold By RE/MAX Realty Group

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Building Information for 129 Laurel Drive

Stories2Year Built1970Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,359 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,774

Property Taxes

$121

HOA Dues

$465

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Property Information for 129 Laurel Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Boone take Highway 105 towards Grandfather Mountain. Take a slight Left onto Old Shull's Milll Rd. Turn Left onto Shulls Mill Rd. The gated entrance to Hound Ears will be on the Left. Follow Dogwood through the gate for 1.1 miles. Turn Right onto Laurel. 129 Laurel is the 2nd house on the left.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28607
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 5-Watauga, Shawneehaw
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1899-06-0548-000
  • Association Fee: $1,395.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Hound Ears POA
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,446
  • Tax Book Number: 1851/517
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 16 Sec 6 Hound Ears
School Information
  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1508.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Area: 0.32
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1508.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, LeadBasedPaintDisclosure, RestrictiveCovenants, SellersPropertyDisclosure, RentRolls
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermitUnavailable
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: CommunityCoop
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: PavedDriveway
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Community Features: ClubMembershipAvailable, Clubhouse, DogPark, FitnessCenter, Golf, Gated, Pickleball, Pool, River, TennisCourts, TrailsPaths, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: WoodSiding, WoodFrame
  • Security Features: TwentyFourHourSecurity
  • Roof: Shake, Wood
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Flooring: Brick, LuxuryVinyl, LuxuryVinylPlank, Stone, Wood
  • Basement: No
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, HeatPump
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: FreeStanding, WoodBurning
  • Laundry Features: MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricRange, ElectricWaterHeater, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Furnished, VaultedCeilings

Property History for 129 Laurel Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 27, 2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$359,000
Sep 24, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917782185

$359,000

+15.0% / yr

Aug 25, 2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

Aug 13, 2025

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

Jul 18, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$449,000
Jun 11, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$459,000
Apr 22, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$475,000
Jan 17, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$499,900
Nov 28, 2024

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$518,500
Mar 25, 2016

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #195136

$95,000
Mar 24, 2016

Closed

CANOPY #28248

$95,000
Mar 24, 2016

Closed

CANOPY #9585393

$95,000
Mar 21, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #567528206

$95,000
Mar 10, 2016

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #9585393

Mar 10, 2016

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #28248

Mar 9, 2016

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #195136

Nov 30, 2015

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #195136

$120,000
Nov 30, 2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #9585393

$120,000
Nov 30, 2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #28248

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/27/2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$359,000
09/24/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917782185

$359,000

+15.0% / yr

08/25/2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

08/13/2025

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

07/18/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$449,000
06/11/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$459,000
04/22/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$475,000
01/17/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$499,900
11/28/2024

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #252745

$518,500
03/25/2016

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #195136

$95,000
03/24/2016

Closed

CANOPY #28248

$95,000
03/24/2016

Closed

CANOPY #9585393

$95,000
03/21/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #567528206

$95,000
03/10/2016

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #9585393

03/10/2016

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #28248

03/09/2016

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #195136

11/30/2015

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #195136

$120,000
11/30/2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #9585393

$120,000
11/30/2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #28248

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Public Records for 129 Laurel Drive

Taxable ValueLand$50,800Additions$314,300Total$365,100
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,073 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,073 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,939 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1970CountyWATAUGAAPN1899-06-0548-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 129 Laurel Drive

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Valle Crucis Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Watauga High
Public9 to 12

Watauga Virtual Academy
PublicK to 8

Watauga Innovation Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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