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3 beds2,010 sqft

249 Hickory Trail Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.26 acresLot Size
1985Year Built
$313/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$765/yrHOA Fees

Description

Centrally located, outdoor entertainment gem w/ breath-taking views! This Valle Crucis area 3BR/2BA charmer on 1.26 acres is less than 1.5 miles to Valle Crucis Park, the Mast General Store & the Watauga River! Outdoor oasis relaxation spots include new gazebo with fireplace, TV and outdoor sink as well as new back decking w/rails, and gentle side yard with fire pit. The warmth and beauty of the home captivates with light filled rooms and rustic wood accents. The main level welcomes you in with hardwood...Centrally located, outdoor entertainment gem w/ breath-taking views! This Valle Crucis area 3BR/2BA charmer on 1.26 acres is less than 1.5 miles to Valle Crucis Park, the Mast General Store & the Watauga River! Outdoor oasis relaxation spots include new gazebo with fireplace, TV and outdoor sink as well as new back decking w/rails, and gentle side yard with fire pit. The warmth and beauty of the home captivates with light filled rooms and rustic wood accents. The main level welcomes you in with hardwood floors and a kitchen boasting wood cabinets, granite countertops, tiled backsplash and stainless steel appliances. You are drawn to the open dining room and relaxing living room w/fireplace that both offer gorgeous mountain views during the day and incredible sunsets in the evening. Additionally, there is a generous sized primary bedroom suite with ensuite bathroom including walk-in shower, and ample storage space throughout. The lower level features 2 large bedrooms, a full bath, sitting room, and redesigned family room space (formerly a garage) including a wet bar, laundry area and refrigerator. The pecking cypress wood wall and ceiling cladding make the converted space extra special. The attractive outdoor shed works great for storing yard tools. This home has the flexibility to be your dream mountain getaway, primary residence, or investment property! Only a 15 minute drive to Downtown Boone, and less than 30 minutes to Downtown Blowing Rock, Appalachian Ski Mountain, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort and Beech Mountain Ski Resort. Furnishings are negotiable! Please note that the converted space was not originally permitted at the time of construction, but the owner is in communication with Watauga County Planning & Inspections regarding the changes. Security cameras on property.
  • Listed by: Emily Marlett • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone (828) 295-8337
Listing closed: 10/07/2025 12:00 AM • Source: High Country Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 254399
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Property Information for 249 Hickory Trail Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $1,455 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Craftsman, Mountain, Ranch, Traditional
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, Private
  • View: Yes
  • Subdivision Name: Hickory Ridge
  • View: LongRange, Mountains, SouthernExposure
  • Zoning Description: R1,Residential

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Lot Size: 1.26 AC / 54,885 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: From the intersection of Hwy 105 and Blowing Rock Rd travel towards Banner Elk 3.9 miles to a right onto Bairds Creek Rd, 1.6 miles to a right onto Dewitt Brnett Rd, 1.1 miles to a slight left onto Old Hartley Rd, .3 miles to a left onto Hickorty Trial Rd. Home is .2 miles and on the left. From Grandfather Mountain travel Hwy 105 towards Boone 7.8 miles to a left onto Broadstone Rd, 2.3 miles to a right onto Dewitt Barnett Rd, .2 miles to a sharp right onto Old Hartley Rd, .3 miles to a left onto Hickory Trail. Home is .2 miles on the left.
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28604
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 8-Banner Elk
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1980450473000
  • Association Fee: $765.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Hickory Ridge POA
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,455
  • Tax Book Number: 1842/865
  • Tax Lot: 9
School Information
  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga

Property

Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1197.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 813.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.26
  • Lot Size Area: 1.26
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2010.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, Plat, RestrictiveCovenants, SellersPropertyDisclosure, Survey
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticTank
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable, SepticAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: FirePit, OutBuildings, GravelDriveway
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar, WoodSiding, WoodFrame
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Security Features: ClosedCircuitCameras
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, CeramicTile, Wood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full, Finished, WalkOutAccess
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, HeatPump, OneUnit
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, HeatPump, HotWater, Kerosene
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Masonry, Vented
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, InBasement
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricRange, ElectricWaterHeater, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Attic, WetBar, WindowTreatments
  • Window Features: CasementWindows, WoodFrames, WindowTreatments

Property History for 249 Hickory Trail Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 7, 2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #254399

$630,000—
Sep 25, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1916017872

$630,000

+8.7% / yr

Sep 9, 2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #254399

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/07/2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #254399

$630,000
09/25/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1916017872

$630,000

+8.7% / yr

09/09/2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #254399

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Public records

249 Hickory Trail Road

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,990 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,990 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

54,886 SqFt

Schools near 249 Hickory Trail Road

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

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