635 Acorn Rd

Zionville, NC 28698

$1,350,000
Price
4
Beds
4,209 Sq. Ft.
$321 / Sq. Ft.
4,209
Sq. Ft.
$321
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

High above the Blue Ridge, where the air feels a little lighter and the world slows to a quieter rhythm, there’s a place where mornings begin with nothing but stillness and an endless horizon. As the first light spills over the mountains, you step into the great room with vaulted ceilings rising above you, a stone fireplace grounding the space—and before anything else, your eyes are pulled outward. Layer upon layer of blue ridgelines stretch as far as you can see, fading softly into the distance....High above the Blue Ridge, where the air feels a little lighter and the world slows to a quieter rhythm, there’s a place where mornings begin with nothing but stillness and an endless horizon. As the first light spills over the mountains, you step into the great room with vaulted ceilings rising above you, a stone fireplace grounding the space—and before anything else, your eyes are pulled outward. Layer upon layer of blue ridgelines stretch as far as you can see, fading softly into the distance. It’s the kind of view that makes you pause… every single time. Mornings drift easily here. Coffee in hand, you move out onto the covered porch, where a second fireplace flickers on crisp days and the mountains feel just close enough to touch. By evening, that same spot becomes something entirely different—golden light settling into deep blues, a glass of wine in hand, the kind of quiet you didn’t realize you were missing. Life inside flows just as effortlessly. The kitchen opens to the living space, designed for connection without ever taking away from the view. The primary suite becomes its own retreat, where you wake up to the mountains and end the day in a spa-like bath, soaking tub, walk-in tile shower, and the feeling of being completely removed from everything else. Upstairs, guests have their own space to settle in—a loft, two bedrooms, room to relax. Downstairs, the home shifts into gathering mode. A second stone fireplace, game room, and flexible spaces create the perfect setting for long weekends, holidays, or simply time well spent. There’s space for everyone, but never a sense of crowding. And then there’s the path. Tucked just below the home, a quiet trail leads you down the mountain to a small outbuilding, once an observatory. It’s easy to imagine what it could become again.. a studio, a hideaway, a place to sit under a sky full of stars with nothing but the sound of the mountains around you. But what makes this place truly rare isn’t just the home, it’s where it lives. Sunalei Preserve was designed for those who value something different. Nearly 1,000 acres of protected land. Elevations climbing above 5,500 feet. Direct access to Elk Knob State Park just beyond your doorstep. And when you’re ready to venture out, the best of the High Country is within easy reach. Spend an afternoon in Blowing Rock, known for its boutique shopping, art galleries, and elevated dining, or explore Banner Elk, home to award-winning restaurants, cozy wine bars, and nearby skiing at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. And just 20 minutes away, Boone offers the perfect balance of convenience and charm, with vibrant downtown streets, local shops, and a true mountain-town energy anchored by Appalachian State. Here, days are spent outdoors, and evenings often lead to High Mountain Camp (one of the highest elevation clubhouses in the eastern US) where sunsets feel bigger, conversations last longer, and time seems to stretch in the best way. There are no short-term rentals here. No revolving doors. Just a true sense of retreat.. quiet, preserved, and intentional. And after a while, you realize… it’s not just a home you’ve found. It’s a different way of living.
  1. Listed by Samantha Benfield • Keller Williams High Country • (828) 406-4110

Property Details for 635 Acorn Road

Architectural Style
LogHome, Mountain
Parking Features
Driveway, NoGarage, Paved, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
Sunalei Preserve
View
LongRange, Mountains
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 04/04/2026 06:23 PM

Property Details for 635 Acorn Road

StatusActive
MLS #260882
Days on Market6
Taxes$2,845 / year
HOA Fees$663 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2007
Lot Size3.13 AC / 136,342 SF
CountyWatauga County
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Location

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Building Information for 635 Acorn Road

Stories2Year Built2007Building Size-Lot Size3.13 AC / 136,342 SF

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$6,798

Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 635 Acorn Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From downtown Boone, take Highway 421 towards Tennessee approx 12 miles to a right onto Rich Mountain Rd. Continue about 1.5 miles to Sunalei Preserve on your left. Follow Buffalo Nvno to a right onto Acorn Nvno. Continue around curve to #635 on your left.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28698
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 7-Cove Creek
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 2904-09-3313-000
  • Association Fee: $663.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Sunalei Preserve
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,845
  • Tax Book Number: 2314/496
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT H109 SUNALEI PRESERVE
  • Tax Lot: H109
School Information
  • Elementary School: Mabel
  • High School: Watauga
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2535.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1674.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.13
  • Lot Size Area: 3.13
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 4209.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit4Bedroom
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: OutBuildings, PavedDriveway
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Gated
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Open
  • Security Features: RadonMitigationSystem
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: CrawlSpace, Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, Electric, HeatPump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: ForcedAir, Fireplaces, Gas, Propane, Wood
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Three, Gas, Stone, Vented, WoodBurning, Propane
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, InBasement, MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricWaterHeater, GasRange, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Furnished

Property History for 635 Acorn Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10158908

$1,350,000—
Apr 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #260882

$1,350,000—
Dec 11, 2025

Withdrawn

TRIAD #1191989

—
Dec 9, 2025

Expired

CANOPY #4294026

$1,499,000—
Dec 9, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4294026

$1,499,000—
Dec 8, 2025

Withdrawn

High Country Association of REALTORS #257585

$1,499,000—
Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257585

$1,499,000—
Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIAD #1191989

$1,499,000—
Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4294026

$1,499,000—
Dec 30, 2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,200,000—
Dec 21, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1503427755

$1,200,000—
Nov 25, 2022

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

—
Oct 19, 2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,250,000—
Jun 27, 2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,395,000—
Jun 2, 2022

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,595,000—
Dec 31, 2018

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #209274

$108,999—
Jul 19, 2018

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #209274

$129,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/09/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10158908

$1,350,000
04/02/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #260882

$1,350,000
12/11/2025

Withdrawn

TRIAD #1191989

—
12/09/2025

Expired

CANOPY #4294026

$1,499,000
12/09/2025

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4294026

$1,499,000
12/08/2025

Withdrawn

High Country Association of REALTORS #257585

$1,499,000
08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257585

$1,499,000
08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIAD #1191989

$1,499,000
08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4294026

$1,499,000
12/30/2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,200,000
12/21/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1503427755

$1,200,000
11/25/2022

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

—
10/19/2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,250,000
06/27/2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,395,000
06/02/2022

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #237830

$1,595,000
12/31/2018

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #209274

$108,999
07/19/2018

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #209274

$129,900

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

Public Records for 635 Acorn Road

Taxable ValueLand$119,000Additions$622,900Total$741,900
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,213 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,213 SqFtStories2Lot Size136,343 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2007CountyWATAUGAAPN2904-09-3313-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 635 Acorn Road

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mabel 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
Mabel 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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More information about 635 Acorn Road, Zionville, NC 28698

635 Acorn Road is a single family home for sale in Zionville, NC 28698. This property was listed for sale on April 2, 2026 by Keller Williams High Country, it's currently listed at $1,350,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on December 30, 2022. This listing's school district is Watauga County School District. Nearby schools include Mabel Elementary, Watauga High and Watauga Virtual Academy. 635 Acorn Road is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 4,209 sqft single family home built in 2007.

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