550 Welcome Way

Boone, NC 28607

$1,140,000
Price
3
Beds
4,217 Sq. Ft.
$270 / Sq. Ft.
4,217
Sq. Ft.
$270
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Nestled on 2.27± private acres in the heart of the High Country, this beautiful log home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort—just minutes from Blowing Rock, Boone, and Foscoe. Whether you are searching for a full-time mountain retreat, a second home, or an income-producing vacation rental, this cabin truly checks all the boxes. Take in long-range mountain views from your wraparound covered porch as deer roam by and the occasional bear cub makes an appearance. The inviting...Nestled on 2.27± private acres in the heart of the High Country, this beautiful log home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort—just minutes from Blowing Rock, Boone, and Foscoe. Whether you are searching for a full-time mountain retreat, a second home, or an income-producing vacation rental, this cabin truly checks all the boxes. Take in long-range mountain views from your wraparound covered porch as deer roam by and the occasional bear cub makes an appearance. The inviting open floor plan is filled with natural light and warm character, featuring hardwood floors and classic tongue-and-groove walls that create an authentic mountain feel. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home offers two spacious primary suites, each complete with walk-in closets and jetted soaking tubs. An open loft provides additional sleeping quarters, making it ideal for guests or extended family. Additional spaces include a guest bedroom on the main level, a dedicated office, a cozy den, a recreation room, and a heated sunroom perfect for year-round enjoyment. The kitchen features a walk-in pantry, ample counter space, and flows seamlessly into the dining area and great room—ideal for entertaining or gathering after a day in the mountains. The unfinished basement includes a tandem two-car garage, offering plenty of room for hobbies, storage, or workshop space. Tucked among mature trees, this home delivers peace, privacy, and breathtaking views while remaining just a short drive from shopping, dining, hiking trails, skiing, and everything the High Country has to offer. A new roof was installed in 2024. The home is being sold furnished with some exclusions.
  1. Listed by Brittany Scott • Weichert, Realtors - Team Metro
    P: (828)-291-6105 brittanyscott@teammetro.net

Property Details for 550 Welcome Way

Architectural Style
Cabin
View
Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached Garage
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 03/12/2026 09:13 AM

Property Details for 550 Welcome Way

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #4344959
Days on Market29
Taxes-
HOA Fees$400 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2001
Lot Size2.27 AC / 98,881 SF
CountyWatauga County
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Building Information for 550 Welcome Way

Stories-Year Built2001Building Size-Lot Size2.27 AC / 98,881 SF

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Property Information for 550 Welcome Way

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.719962
  • Latitude: 36.19721
  • Directions: From Blowing Rock turn left at the Speckled Trout onto Yonahlossee Rd, go 1.6 miles and turn left onto Cone Rd, then take an immediate left onto Shull's Mill Rd. Go almost 3 miles and take a sharp right onto Poplar Grove Rd S. Go 1.8 Miles and turn left onto Pine Hill Rd. Take the first right onto Shores Way and then an immediate right onto Welcome Way. Go less than half a mile and the house is on the right. Look for my yellow sign!
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Shores Farm II Ore Ridge POA
  • HOA Phone: 646-765-5540
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $400.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $705,700.00
  • Parcel Number: 1990714535000
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Blowing Rock
  • High School: Watauga
  • Elementary School: Blowing Rock
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3276.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 941.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1898
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 813
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 813
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1378
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 4217.0
  • Lot Features: Private, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 42
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: Short Term Rental Allowed
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Shared Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Log, Stone, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Propane
  • Interior Features: Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room, Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Basement Garage Door, Daylight, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Basement: 0
  • Bedroom Lower: 0
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Second LQ: 0
  • Bedroom Third: 0
  • Bedroom Upper: 2
  • Full Bath Basement: 0
  • Full Bath Lower: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Full Bath Third: 0
  • Full Bath Upper: 2
  • Half Bath Basement: 0
  • Half Bath Lower: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Half Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Half Bath Third: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 14.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Den
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Breakfast
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 10
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Types: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Types: Recreation Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 13
  • Room Types: Den
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 14
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Basement
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Radon Mitigation System, Security System

Property History for 550 Welcome Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 11, 2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4344959

—
Feb 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4344959

$1,140,000—
Jan 28, 2026

Expired

CANOPY #4285932

$1,140,000—
Aug 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4285932

$1,140,000—
Jun 10, 2021

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #229946

$813,500—
Jun 8, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1465431705

$813,500

+31.4% / yr

May 19, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #229946

—
May 10, 2021

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #229946

$799,000—
Jul 10, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #626253208

$367,000

+13.8% / yr

Nov 16, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #610787803

$337,500

-13.1% / yr

Jun 3, 2015

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #190330

$476,500—
Jun 2, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #549061114

$476,500—
Apr 10, 2015

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #190330

—
Apr 1, 2015

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #190330

$500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/11/2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4344959

—
02/10/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4344959

$1,140,000
01/28/2026

Expired

CANOPY #4285932

$1,140,000
08/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4285932

$1,140,000
06/10/2021

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #229946

$813,500
06/08/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1465431705

$813,500

+31.4% / yr

05/19/2021

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #229946

—
05/10/2021

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #229946

$799,000
07/10/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #626253208

$367,000

+13.8% / yr

11/16/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #610787803

$337,500

-13.1% / yr

06/03/2015

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #190330

$476,500
06/02/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #549061114

$476,500
04/10/2015

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #190330

—
04/01/2015

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #190330

$500,000

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

Public Records for 550 Welcome Way

Taxable ValueLand$98,600Additions$607,100Total$705,700
Home Facts
Beds2Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,538 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,538 SqFtStories2Lot Size98,446 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001CountyWATAUGAAPN1990-71-4535-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 550 Welcome Way

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Blowing Rock Elementary
Public - PK to 8
Watauga High
Public - 9 to 12
Watauga Virtual Academy
Public - K to 8
Watauga Innovation Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Blowing Rock 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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