217 Rainbow Ridge Rd

$430,000
Price
2
Beds
1,985 Sq. Ft.
$217 / Sq. Ft.
1,985
Sq. Ft.
$217
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the serene community of Carefree Cove, this fabulous log home offers breathtaking seasonal long-range layered views and summertime privacy. Relax on the balcony off the primary bedroom, or host guests in the lower-level guest suite, complete with a mini kitchen—ideal for family, friends, or even an AirBNB rental. This well-kept cabin, which features main floor living, is situated in a community that allows short-term rentals. Carefree Cove, located along the Ashe and Watauga county borders,...Nestled in the serene community of Carefree Cove, this fabulous log home offers breathtaking seasonal long-range layered views and summertime privacy. Relax on the balcony off the primary bedroom, or host guests in the lower-level guest suite, complete with a mini kitchen—ideal for family, friends, or even an AirBNB rental. This well-kept cabin, which features main floor living, is situated in a community that allows short-term rentals. Carefree Cove, located along the Ashe and Watauga county borders, is a gated neighborhood with meticulously maintained roads, a scenic walking trail, and friendly neighbors. There is a new storage shed that is not pictured. Hot Tub and some furnishings are negotiable

Property Details for 217 Rainbow Ridge Road

Architectural Style
LogHome, Mountain
Parking Features
Driveway, Gravel, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
Carefree Cove
View
LongRange, SeasonalView, SouthernExposure
LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2025 05:54 PM

Property Details for 217 Rainbow Ridge Road

StatusActive
MLS #257761
Days on Market123
Taxes$1,481 / year
HOA Fees$588 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size2.57 AC / 111,949 SF
CountyAshe County

Location

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Building Information for 217 Rainbow Ridge Road

Stories1Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size2.57 AC / 111,949 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,444 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,125

Property Taxes

$123

HOA Dues

$196

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Property Information for 217 Rainbow Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From NC Hwy 88 to BH Duncan Rd. Go one mile to gate. After gate take a right onto Carefree Cove Rd for 0.8 miles to a right on Rainbow Ridge Rd. The property will be on your left see sign.
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28698
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 21-Creston, North Fork, Laurel
  • MLS Area Minor: Ashe County
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 11007-049-037
  • Additional Parcels Description: 11007-049-038
  • Association Fee: $588.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Carefree Cove Association
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,481
  • Tax Book Number: 498/772
  • Tax Legal Description: 1.42 A (LOT 37 PH IV)
  • Tax Lot: 37;38
School Information
  • Elementary School: Blue Ridge
  • High School: Ashe County
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1273.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 712.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.57
  • Lot Size Area: 2.57
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1985.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: GuestHouse, Sheds
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit2Bedroom
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: SharedWell
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Storage, GravelDriveway
  • Spa: Yes
  • Community Features: Gated, TrailsPaths, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Log, StoneVeneer, WoodFrame
  • Spa Features: HotTub
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Flooring: CeramicTile, Wood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: CrawlSpace, PartiallyFinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: ForcedAir, Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Two, Gas, Stone, Vented
  • Laundry Features: DryerHookup, InBasement, MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricRange, GasWaterHeater, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: HotTubSpa, SecondKitchen, VaultedCeilings, WindowTreatments
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments

Property History for 217 Rainbow Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 21, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #257761

$430,000
Aug 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257761

$449,000
Aug 13, 2025

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$459,000
May 1, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$469,000
Mar 31, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$479,000
Mar 11, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$489,000
Feb 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$499,000
Feb 15, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1310408715

$245,000

-2.6% / yr

Feb 15, 2019

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #203563

$245,000
Jan 10, 2019

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #203563

Sep 9, 2017

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #203563

$279,900
Apr 22, 2008

Closed

CANOPY #397546

$325,000
Apr 16, 2008

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #71143

$325,000
Apr 12, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1110911282

$325,000
Apr 12, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1110911282

$325,000

-9.2% / yr

Aug 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #397546

$371,000
Aug 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #71143

$371,000
Feb 22, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1087786378

$399,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/21/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #257761

$430,000
08/28/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257761

$449,000
08/13/2025

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$459,000
05/01/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$469,000
03/31/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$479,000
03/11/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$489,000
02/13/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #253664

$499,000
02/15/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1310408715

$245,000

-2.6% / yr

02/15/2019

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #203563

$245,000
01/10/2019

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #203563

09/09/2017

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #203563

$279,900
04/22/2008

Closed

CANOPY #397546

$325,000
04/16/2008

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #71143

$325,000
04/12/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1110911282

$325,000
04/12/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1110911282

$325,000

-9.2% / yr

08/24/2007

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #397546

$371,000
08/24/2007

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #71143

$371,000
02/22/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1087786378

$399,500

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Public Records for 217 Rainbow Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$20,000Additions$273,900Total$293,900
Tax Record2025$1,540 ($128 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,894 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,894 SqFtLot Size61,855 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005CountyASHEAPN11007049037

Schools near 217 Rainbow Ridge Road

This home is within Ashe County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Blue Ridge Elementary
PublicK to 6

Ashe County Middle
Public7 to 8

Ashe County High
Public9 to 12

Westwood Elementary
PublicK to 6

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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217 Rainbow Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Zionville, NC 28698. This property was listed for sale on August 28, 2025 by Boone Realty, it's currently listed at $430,000. It has been on the market for a total of 123 days and was last sold on February 15, 2019. This listing's school district is Ashe County School District. Nearby schools include Blue Ridge Elementary, Ashe County Middle and Ashe County High. 217 Rainbow Ridge Road is a 2-bed, 3-bath, 1,985 sqft single family home built in 2005.

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