3209 Howard's Creek Rd

$845,000
Price
3
Beds
2,834 Sq. Ft.
$298 / Sq. Ft.
2,834
Sq. Ft.
$298
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Escape to a Mountain Haven on Howards Creek, where timeless charm meets modern comfort. This one-of-a-kind property offers nearly 400 feet of pristine creek frontage, ideal for fishing and recreation, located on 3.9+ private acres, just minutes from downtown Boone. Featuring a beautifully crafted main home and a separate studio apartment, the property spans over 4,400 square feet of living space and is being offered furnished with a few exceptions. Short-term rentals permitted, this distinctive retreat...Escape to a Mountain Haven on Howards Creek, where timeless charm meets modern comfort. This one-of-a-kind property offers nearly 400 feet of pristine creek frontage, ideal for fishing and recreation, located on 3.9+ private acres, just minutes from downtown Boone. Featuring a beautifully crafted main home and a separate studio apartment, the property spans over 4,400 square feet of living space and is being offered furnished with a few exceptions. Short-term rentals permitted, this distinctive retreat presents a rare opportunity for both personal enjoyment and income potential. A brand-new bridge, completed in July 2025, provides convenient, year-round access via state-maintained, paved roads. The home’s picturesque setting includes expansive decks overlooking Howards Creek, a tranquil pond, and wooded privacy—all creating an atmosphere of peace and natural beauty. Designed for effortless mountain living, the main level features an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and classic wormy chestnut cabinetry, an inviting living room and den—each with stone fireplaces and woodstoves—a spacious primary suite with a soaking tub and walk-in closet, and a half bath. Upstairs, the second floor offers a large open bonus area, two generous bedrooms, and a full bath. The third level, filled with light, serves as an additional sleeping or lounge area, with large windows framing the surrounding landscape. Outdoor living is enhanced by a wide covered porch overlooking the pond and creek, complete with steps leading directly down to the water’s edge. The separate vaulted studio apartment includes a full kitchen and bath, ideal for guests, family, or rental use. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage, high-speed fiber-optic internet, and a gentle grade to the creek for easy access. Situated at a cool 3,600+ feet in elevation, this property offers comfortable year-round living and the true essence of mountain tranquility. The sellers note that the home has never flooded. A new metal roof is scheduled for installation in October 2025, and final grading with gravel around the new bridge will be completed in late August 2025. Blending rustic character, thoughtful updates, and investment versatility, this is a rare offering—where the sound of rushing water, mountain air, and timeless craftsmanship create a retreat unlike any other.

Property Details for 3209 Howard's Creek Road

Architectural Style
LogHome, Mountain
Waterfront Features
Creek, Pond, Stream
Parking Features
Attached, Driveway, Garage, TwoCarGarage, Gravel, Oversized, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
None
View
Mountains, TreesWoods
LISTING UPDATED: 12/03/2025 12:48 PM

Property Details for 3209 Howard's Creek Road

StatusActive
MLS #258858
Days on Market35
Taxes$1,229 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
Lot Size3.94 AC / 171,626 SF
CountyWatauga County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock
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Building Information for 3209 Howard's Creek Road

Stories3Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size3.94 AC / 171,626 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,278 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,175

Property Taxes

$102

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3209 Howard's Creek Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From New Market Center in Boone and the corner of Hwy 421 and 194, take 194 (Jefferson Road) north approx 1.7 miles to the left onto Howards Creek Road. Continue for approximately 3.2 miles and the gravel driveway for #3209 will be on your left. Continue down the driveway & over the bridge to home. Shown by appointment only. There is no sign.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28607
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 2-NFork, MCamp, Bald Mtn
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 2902-54-0643-000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,229
  • Tax Book Number: 80/248
School Information
  • Elementary School: Green Valley
  • High School: Watauga
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2834.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.94
  • Lot Size Area: 3.94
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2834.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: GuestHouse
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, SellersPropertyDisclosure
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermitUnavailable, SepticTank
  • Utilities: SepticAvailable
  • Water Source: Spring
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: FirePit, GravelDriveway
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Log, Masonry, WoodSiding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: ThreeOrMore
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Kerosene, WoodStove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Two, FreeStanding, WoodBurning, Insert, WoodBurningStove
  • Laundry Features: MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricRange, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Skylights
  • Window Features: Skylights

Property History for 3209 Howard's Creek Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #258858

$845,000
Oct 21, 2025

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$899,000
May 19, 2025

Expired

CANOPY #4184764

$999,000
May 19, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$999,000
May 19, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4184764

$999,000
May 19, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$950,000
Nov 27, 2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4184764

$999,000
Nov 26, 2024

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$999,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #258858

$845,000
10/21/2025

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$899,000
05/19/2025

Expired

CANOPY #4184764

$999,000
05/19/2025

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$999,000
05/19/2025

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4184764

$999,000
05/19/2025

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$950,000
11/27/2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4184764

$999,000
11/26/2024

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #252079

$999,000

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

Public Records for 3209 Howard's Creek Road

Taxable ValueLand$40,600Additions$262,000Total$302,600
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,436 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,436 SqFtStories2Lot Size174,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978CountyWATAUGAAPN2902-54-0643-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3209 Howard's Creek 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
Green Valley 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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3209 Howard's Creek Road is a single family home for sale in Boone, NC 28607. This property was listed for sale on November 7, 2025 by Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock, it's currently listed at $845,000. This listing's school district is Watauga County School District. Nearby schools include Green Valley Elementary, Watauga High and Watauga Virtual Academy. 3209 Howard's Creek Road is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 2,834 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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