Last Sold Price
2 beds1,857 sqft$348/sqft
600 Wards Branch Rd, Sugar Grove, NC 28679

Description

ESCAPE TO THIS SECLUDED MOUNTAINTOP RETREAT, nestled on 11+ acres of woodlands, AND offering breathtaking views of BEECH MOUNTAIN! This handcrafted LINDAL RED CEDAR POST-AND -BEAM was custom designed for the original owner, a wine merchant, as his mountain vacation retreat. The original LINDAL DESIGN plaque can still be found in the kitchen windowsill. This recently FULLY RENOVATED 1857 SF mountain cottage blends rustic charm with modern luxury, and offers a fully open main level floor plan . Every...ESCAPE TO THIS SECLUDED MOUNTAINTOP RETREAT, nestled on 11+ acres of woodlands, AND offering breathtaking views of BEECH MOUNTAIN! This handcrafted LINDAL RED CEDAR POST-AND -BEAM was custom designed for the original owner, a wine merchant, as his mountain vacation retreat. The original LINDAL DESIGN plaque can still be found in the kitchen windowsill. This recently FULLY RENOVATED 1857 SF mountain cottage blends rustic charm with modern luxury, and offers a fully open main level floor plan . Every inch of the interior is brand new, including: -A GOURMET KITCHEN with top of the line KitchenAid SS appliances (Seller is offering a concession at closing of $2900 for buyer to choose the refrigerator design of their choice.) -LUXURY VINYL PLANK flooring throughout except for carpeted bedrooms -Modern fixtures throughout( plumbing and light) with Exceptional design and contemporary fixtures in the loft full bath/ shower, which services the loft bonus area and a 3rd sleeping space for the family. -Main level houses 2 spacious beds,1 full bath , laundry area, great/living ,dining area and magnificent kitchen for "main level living" option. - A tongue and groove cathedral ceiling and a glass living area wall create an ambiance of natural light and brightness. A great area for entertaining, or head out to the rear deck that encompasses the length of the house. Both offer you the spot on view of Beech Mountain and ski runs which are lit for winter night skiing. When winter calls, build a cozy fire in the beautiful stone fireplace , enjoy a winter drink of choice and enjoy the view day or night. The outdoor area has remained VERY natural with wildlife/ deer, bird life, hiking trails, boulders/ rocks to climb, springs and falls to be discovered and more. Note the natural area opposite front of the house, hidden by greenery, where owners have enjoyed a fire pit in the past. The current family has very fond memories of the many Beech Mtn firework displays on New Year's Eve and 4th of July! The location is an easy drive to Boone, Mountain City, Valle Crucis Community Park, and esp Watauga River Upper Gorge Park for tubing.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/07/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sandra Hancock • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone • (828) 295-8337
  2. Listed by Leigh Ann Ferguson • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone

Property Details for 600 Wards Branch Road

Status
MLS #
256981
Days on Market
39
Taxes
$2,909 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1996
Lot Size
11.21 AC / 488,307 SF
Architectural Style
Mountain
Waterfront Features
Creek
Parking Features
Driveway, Gravel, SharedDriveway
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
None
View
LongRange, Mountains, SkiArea, TreesWoods
Zoning Description
R1

Location

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Sold By Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock

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Building Information for 600 Wards Branch Road

Stories2Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size11.21 AC / 488,307 SF

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$3,526 per month

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$3,284

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Property Information for 600 Wards Branch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: At intersection of Hwy 421/321 and Hwy 105 BYPASS , follow 421 towards Mountain City for 3.5 Miles. Turn left at Skateworld. Continue on 321 for approx 4 mis to Wards Branch Rd on the right. Follow Wards Branch Road for approx 4/10 mile to mailbox for 460 Wards Branch Rd. Turn onto gravel drive and follow up hill approx 3/10 mi to house at top, 600 Wards Branch Rd. AWD/ 4WD recommended as gravel drive is steep and winding.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28679
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 6-Laurel Creek, Beaver Dam, Beech Mountain
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1962652082000
  • Association Name: NA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,909
  • Tax Book Number: 1933/191
School Information
  • Elementary School: Cove Creek
  • High School: Watauga
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1857.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Features: ManyTrees
  • Lot Size Acres: 11.21
  • Lot Size Area: 11.21
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1857.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Sheds
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, Other, SellersPropertyDisclosure, SeeRemarks
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit2Bedroom
  • Utilities: CableAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Community Features: TrailsPaths, LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, WoodSiding, WoodFrame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, WrapAround
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Other Equipment: SatelliteDish
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, LuxuryVinyl, LuxuryVinylPlank
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Rooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Electric, HeatPump, OneUnit
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: ForcedAir, Fireplaces, Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Stone, WoodBurning
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, MainLevel
  • Appliances: BuiltInOven, ConvectionOven, Cooktop, DownDraft, DoubleOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricCooktop, ElectricWaterHeater, Microwave, Washer
  • Interior Features: CathedralCeilings, VaultedCeilings
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows

Property History for 600 Wards Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #256981

$646,000
Nov 5, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1919371315

$646,000

+1.0% / yr

Sep 22, 2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #256981

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #256981

$646,000
11/05/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1919371315

$646,000

+1.0% / yr

09/22/2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #256981

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Public Records for 600 Wards Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$203,900Additions$658,900Total$862,800
Tax Record2025$3,290 ($274 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,828 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,828 SqFtStories2Lot Size488,308 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996CountyWATAUGAAPN1962-65-2082-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 600 Wards Branch 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
Cove Creek 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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