150 Watauga River Road
Description
Discover the ultimate riverfront retreat on the pristine waters of the Watauga River. This expansive property is an entertainer's dream, offering an unparalleled waterfront lifestyle, exceptional space, and incredible value-add potential. Designed to comfortably sleep 12+ guests, this estate functions as a 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom haven featuring two separate, fully equipped living quarters— great for multi-generational...Spectacular Watauga Riverfront Estate – Dual Living Quarters & Ultimate Waterfront Decks
Discover the ultimate riverfront retreat on the pristine waters of the Watauga River. This expansive property is an entertainer's dream, offering an unparalleled waterfront lifestyle, exceptional space, and incredible value-add potential. Designed to comfortably sleep 12+ guests, this estate functions as a 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom haven featuring two separate, fully equipped living quarters— great for multi-generational living, a premier vacation rental, or a high-capacity mountain-river getaway. The Ultimate Riverfront Experience
Step outside onto an incredible multi-tiered series of decks that cascade seamlessly from the main house all the way down to the rushing waters of the Watauga River. Whether you are hosting massive gatherings, soaking in the mountain air, or stepping right off your lower deck to fly-fish, kayak, or just play in the fresh mountain water, this outdoor living space offers a riverfront experience that is truly second to none. Dual Living Quarters & Versatile Layout
• Main & Upper Levels: Feature spacious living areas framed by river views, a functional layout, and multiple sleeping areas to accommodate large groups. All furniture conveys with the house. All furniture conveys with the house • Finished Lower Level: A fully finished basement serves as the second independent living quarters. It provides excellent privacy, additional recreation space, and direct access to the outdoor deck systems. All furniture conveys with the house. (Note: Basement square footage reflects unpermitted work; finished to a high standard but sold as-is). (Note: Basement square footage reflects unpermitted work; finished to a high standard but sold as-is) • Sewer/Septic Note: The home offers the functionality and layout of a 6-bedroom home but is serviced by a 2-bedroom septic system. Detached 2-Car Garage with Unmatched Value-Add Potential
The massive detached two-car garage is a hobbyist’s or investor’s dream, offering two major bonus features:
1. Plumbed for a Half-Bath: Main-level garage plumbing is already stubbed out and ready for easy installation.
2. Unfinished Man Cave / Lady Lair: Construction has already begun on a massive bonus space above the garage. All on-site wood building materials convey with the sale, giving the next owner a massive head start on creating a detached game room, home office, or additional guest suite. Imagination is yours! Whether you are looking for a lucrative premier rental property that can host a crowd, or a family compound on one of the region's most desirable rivers, this Watauga River gem offers space, functionality, and upside that you won't find anywhere else. Schedule your tour today to experience the decks and the river in person!
- Listed by: Billie Rogers • Keller Williams High Country (828) 964-0746
Location
$3,826 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
$3,732
$94
$0
1Property Information for 150 Watauga River Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $1,132 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Avery County
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Mountain
- Waterfront Features: RiverFront, RiverAccess
- Parking Features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, TwoCarGarage, Gravel, Other, Oversized, Private, SeeRemarks
- View: Yes
- Subdivision Name: None
- View: River
- Zoning Description: None
Building Information
- Stories: 2
- Year Built: 1986
- Lot Size: 0.84 AC / 36,590 SF
Summary
- Directions: From Banner Elk toward Boone on Hwy 105 - Turn right on Watauga River Road at the Grandfather Storage Warehouses. Drive behind the storage units (this is still Watauga River Road). Continue on Watauga River Road to the end. House is at the end of the road.
- Road Surface Type: Gravel
- Postal Code: 28604
- Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
- MLS Area Major: 8-Banner Elk
- MLS Area Minor: Banner Elk
- Parcel Number: 1867-02-67-9289-00000
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,132
- Tax Book Number: 546/1029
- Elementary School: Banner Elk
- High School: Avery County
- Middle Or Junior School: Avery
- Attached Garage: No
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1705.0
- Below Grade Finished Area: 1705.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.84
- Lot Size Area: 0.84
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Living Area: 3410.0
- Other Structures: GuestHouse, LivingQuarters, Outbuilding
- Year Built: 1986
- Documents Available: Disclosures, SellersPropertyDisclosure
- Human Modified: No
- Sewer: SepticPermit2Bedroom
- Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
- Water Source: SharedWell
Interior and Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: OutBuildings, GravelDriveway
- Community Features: Fishing, River, LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
- Construction Materials: WoodSiding, WoodFrame
- Foundation Details: Basement
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open, WrapAround
- Roof: Architectural, Shingle
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Stories Total: 2
- Flooring: Carpet, PorcelainTile, Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished, InteriorEntry, BathStubbed, WalkOutAccess
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 3
- Bedrooms Total: 2
- Cooling: Yes
- Cooling: CentralAir
- Heating: No
- Heating: Electric, ForcedAir, None
- Furnished: Furnished
- Fireplace: No
- Fireplace Features: None
- Laundry Features: InBasement
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricRange, GasRange, GasWaterHeater, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior Features: CarbonMonoxideDetector, Furnished, SecondKitchen
- Window Features: DoubleHung
Property History for 150 Watauga River Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | Listed (Active) High Country Association of REALTORS #264716 | $699,000 | — |
| Jul 30, 2020 | Closed High Country Association of REALTORS #222054 | $294,000 | — |
| Jul 21, 2020 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #675059346 | $294,000 | — |
| Jun 20, 2020 | Under Contract-No Show High Country Association of REALTORS #222054 | — | |
| Jun 15, 2020 | Listed (Active) High Country Association of REALTORS #222054 | $349,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2026 | Listed (Active) High Country Association of REALTORS #264716 | $699,000 |
| 07/30/2020 | Closed High Country Association of REALTORS #222054 | $294,000 |
| 07/21/2020 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #675059346 | $294,000 |
| 06/20/2020 | Under Contract-No Show High Country Association of REALTORS #222054 | — |
| 06/15/2020 | Listed (Active) High Country Association of REALTORS #222054 | $349,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 150 Watauga River Road
Taxable Value
Land
$32,800Additions
$250,200Tax Record
2025
$1,132 ($94 / month)Home Facts
Beds
6Baths
3Total Finished SqFt
5,115 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt
3,410 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt
1,705 SqFtStories
1Lot Size
36,590 SqFtStyle
Single Family ResidenceYear Built
1986Year Renovated
1996County
AVERYAPN
18670267928900000Fireplace Type
Has FireplaceSchools near 150 Watauga River Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Banner Elk Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Avery Middle Public6 to 8 | ||
Avery County High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Blue Ridge Academy Public6 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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