1534 Highway 194

1,608 Sq. Ft.
$498 / Sq. Ft.
1,608
Sq. Ft.
$498
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step back in time—without sacrificing modern comfort. This reconstructed 1847 log cabin is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, lovingly rebuilt by a master tradesman as his personal family home being offered BELOW APPRAISED VALUE! From the original stonework to the hand-hewn beams, every inch of this home showcases expert craftsmanship and historical authenticity. You'll find hand-planed floor joists, hand-dressed wainscoting, and wide plank floors milled to match the period. See additional info on listing...Step back in time—without sacrificing modern comfort. This reconstructed 1847 log cabin is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, lovingly rebuilt by a master tradesman as his personal family home being offered BELOW APPRAISED VALUE! From the original stonework to the hand-hewn beams, every inch of this home showcases expert craftsmanship and historical authenticity. You'll find hand-planed floor joists, hand-dressed wainscoting, and wide plank floors milled to match the period. See additional info on listing firm's website! Set on 3.75 acres with sweeping views and horse trails, the property blends rustic charm with thoughtful, high-quality updates. A brand-new hardscaped patio offers an ideal space for entertaining—complete with outdoor furniture and a secluded hot tub tucked beneath the stars. The kitchen has been fully remodeled with modern finishes that pair beautifully with the cabin’s classic design. Recent upgrades also include a full crawlspace cleanup, ensuring both comfort and long-term structural integrity. The property includes a cleared homesite with preliminary septic work already completed—set up for a future guest cottage or expansion. Additionally, an adjacent 5-acre parcel with its own cleared homesite and preliminary septic work is available for purchase, offering even more potential to expand or build an entire compound! While the setting feels secluded and serene, you're just 5 minutes from the nearest grocery store, offering the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Rustic elegance, timeless craftsmanship, and modern livability—this is a truly rare opportunity. Recent appraisal available to serious inquiries and qualified offers.
  1. Listed by Garrett Andersson • The Andersson Group

Property Details for 1534 Highway 194

Architectural Style
LogHome
Parking Features
Driveway, Gravel, NoGarage, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
None
View
Pasture
LISTING UPDATED: 07/22/2025 11:24 AM

Property Details for 1534 Highway 194

StatusClosed
MLS #255252
Days on Market78
Taxes$1,861 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1986
Lot Size3.75 AC / 163,350 SF
CountyWatauga County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The Andersson Group

Sold By NONMLS

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Building Information for 1534 Highway 194

Stories2Year Built1986Building Size-Lot Size3.75 AC / 163,350 SF

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$4,054 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,899

Property Taxes

$155

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1534 Highway 194

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From New Market Center, head north on Highway 194 toward Todd. Pass Triple T Pumping, and in about 900 feet, the property's driveway will be on your right.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28607
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 1-Boone, Brushy Fork, New River
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 2911-65-6304-000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,861
  • Tax Book Number: 2426/54
School Information
  • Elementary School: Hardin Park
  • High School: Watauga
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1608.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.75
  • Lot Size Area: 3.75
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1608.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Barns
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, SellersPropertyDisclosure
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit3Bedroom
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: FirePit, HotTubSpa, GravelDriveway
  • Spa: Yes
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple
  • Spa Features: HotTub
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Kerosene
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Laundry Features: MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricCooktop, ElectricRange, ElectricWaterHeater, Washer
  • Interior Features: CarbonMonoxideDetector, HotTubSpa

Property History for 1534 Highway 194

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 18, 2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$800,000
Jul 18, 2025

Closed

CANOPY #4284095

$800,000
Jun 23, 2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

Jun 21, 2025

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

Jun 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4284095

May 29, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$715,000
May 17, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$725,000
May 12, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$739,000
May 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$749,000
Apr 4, 2025

Closed

CANOPY #4219993

$747,000
Mar 8, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1557137259

$696,500

-3.4% / yr

Feb 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4219993

$635,000
Dec 19, 2024

Expired

CANOPY #4160075

$755,000
Dec 19, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4160075

$755,000
Oct 1, 2024

Expired

CANOPY #4160075

$784,000
Aug 7, 2024

Price Change

CANOPY #4160075

$799,000
Jul 11, 2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4160075

$815,000
May 1, 2024

Expired

CANOPY #4107080

$825,000
May 1, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4107080

$825,000
Feb 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4107080

$825,000
Dec 15, 2023

Expired

CANOPY #4061905

$840,000
Dec 15, 2023

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4061905

$840,000
Aug 22, 2023

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4061905

$840,000
Mar 31, 2023

Expired

CANOPY #4006358

$795,000
Mar 31, 2023

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4006358

$795,000
Mar 1, 2023

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4006358

$795,000
Feb 15, 2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

$775,000
Feb 9, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1483553292

$775,000
Dec 27, 2021

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

Dec 26, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

Nov 25, 2021

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

$795,999
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/18/2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$800,000
07/18/2025

Closed

CANOPY #4284095

$800,000
06/23/2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

06/21/2025

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

06/18/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4284095

05/29/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$715,000
05/17/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$725,000
05/12/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$739,000
05/01/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #255252

$749,000
04/04/2025

Closed

CANOPY #4219993

$747,000
03/08/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1557137259

$696,500

-3.4% / yr

02/05/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4219993

$635,000
12/19/2024

Expired

CANOPY #4160075

$755,000
12/19/2024

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4160075

$755,000
10/01/2024

Expired

CANOPY #4160075

$784,000
08/07/2024

Price Change

CANOPY #4160075

$799,000
07/11/2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4160075

$815,000
05/01/2024

Expired

CANOPY #4107080

$825,000
05/01/2024

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4107080

$825,000
02/06/2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4107080

$825,000
12/15/2023

Expired

CANOPY #4061905

$840,000
12/15/2023

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4061905

$840,000
08/22/2023

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4061905

$840,000
03/31/2023

Expired

CANOPY #4006358

$795,000
03/31/2023

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4006358

$795,000
03/01/2023

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4006358

$795,000
02/15/2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

$775,000
02/09/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1483553292

$775,000
12/27/2021

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

12/26/2021

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

11/25/2021

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #234580

$795,999

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1534 Highway 194

Taxable ValueLand$51,900Additions$413,300Total$465,200
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,920 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,920 SqFtStories2Lot Size163,350 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986CountyWATAUGAAPN2911-65-6304-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1534 Highway 194

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
Green Valley 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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Listing Courtesy of The Andersson Group

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