774 Aldridge Rd

6,628 Sq. Ft.
$581 / Sq. Ft.
6,628
Sq. Ft.
$581
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An exciting new chapter has been written for the High Country's Hemingway Estate. Magnificent, upscale total house transformation for this ridge top estate with almost 18 acres, panoramic long range mountain views and convenient location.  Sellers smartly chose to pay high cost for recently changing 4 BR septic field to 7 BR septic operating permit for this impressive 6600+ sq.ft. 7 BR, 6.5 BA practically new residence...this greatly increased value and expanded high grossing rental marketability...An exciting new chapter has been written for the High Country's Hemingway Estate. Magnificent, upscale total house transformation for this ridge top estate with almost 18 acres, panoramic long range mountain views and convenient location.  Sellers smartly chose to pay high cost for recently changing 4 BR septic field to 7 BR septic operating permit for this impressive 6600+ sq.ft. 7 BR, 6.5 BA practically new residence...this greatly increased value and expanded high grossing rental marketability by unlocking the Hemingway Estate's full capacity and establishing it as one of the rare large-group accommodations in the NC High Country. Rental income has escalated in two years with 2026 bookings indicating another high grossing year of $400K plus and it's no wonder that vacationers are paying high fees to enjoy this incredible estate - gutted, rebuilt, large chef's kitchen with seating for 16 has two spacious living rooms with fireplaces on either side of kitchen, all new bathrooms, remodeled bedrooms, luxury vinyl plank flooring, lower level converted to include private cinema, dedicated game room, two more bedrooms, second laundry, 2.5 baths. Updated mechanicals includes new HVAC, tankless water heaters. Front yard has courtyard adjoining koi pond with 65 ft. cascading landscape waterfall. Private setting offers exclusivity, peace and quiet. Not in a subdivision - no restrictive covenants - no POA. Important value is added to this estate with the lower section of the 18+/- acres that can be easily subdivided into several gentle building sites with state road frontage - build more rental cabins or create a larger family compound. Continue with rentals to offset some expenses or preserve some/all of the time for comfort and enjoyment for you and your extended family and friends. Popular rental for wedding guests, family or college reunions, multi-generational vacations, corporate retreats, football weekends. Abundant natural light flows throughout from the many large windows creating uplifting interiors throughout.  Elegant primary BR suite on main floor has fireplace, sitting areas, long range mountain views, luxurious spa bath. Fantastic game room for kids of all ages with home theater, video gaming room nook, poker/game table, foosball, air hockey, pinball and MORE! Four fireplaces, two laundry rooms. Turnkey estate is fully furnished and completely outfitted for rentals. Outdoor spa hot tub retreat on secluded covered porch adjoins cozy outdoor seating. Retreat to Hemingway Estate with convenient access to Boone, Banner Elk, Parkway, Blowing Rock. Ski, snowboard, hike, bike, golf, fish - all close by. No drive-bys. Shown by appointment only. Do not disturb vacation renters. Property is popular rental with heavy bookings - can only be shown when property is not rented. Heavy bookings on long weekends and full weeks.
  1. Listed by Robbie Sharrett • Lyons Construction And Realty, Inc. • robbie.sharrett@gmail.com

Property Details for 774 Aldridge Road

Architectural Style
Contemporary, Mountain
Waterfront Features
Pond
Parking Features
Asphalt, Driveway, NoGarage, Paved, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
None
View
LongRange, Mountains, TreesWoods
LISTING UPDATED: 04/17/2026 04:35 PM

Property Details for 774 Aldridge Road

StatusActive
MLS #259141
Days on Market147
Taxes$7,904 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1976
Lot Size17.65 AC / 768,790 SF
CountyWatauga County

Location

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Building Information for 774 Aldridge Road

Stories2Year Built1976Building Size-Lot Size17.65 AC / 768,790 SF

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$20,045 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$19,387

Property Taxes

$659

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 774 Aldridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Boone or Banner Elk take Hwy 105 to Foscoe. Turn on Aldridge Road. Go about 0.7 mile to the split in the road with the double rock columns. Bear right at the split in the road through the upper rock columns to the end of the driveway. No Drive-bys. Do not disturb vacation renters.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28604
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 5-Watauga, Shawneehaw
  • MLS Area Minor: Foscoe
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1878-72-6534-000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,904
  • Tax Book Number: 2277/287
  • Tax Legal Description: REMAINDER, PB27 PG 22, DB89 PG138
School Information
  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga
  • Middle Or Junior School: None
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3750.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2878.0
  • Lot Features: Waterfall
  • Lot Size Acres: 17.649
  • Lot Size Area: 17.649
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 6628.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, Plat, Survey
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit5OrMoreBedroom, SepticTank
  • Utilities: CableAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable, SepticAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fence, FirePit, HotTubSpa, OutBuildings, Storage, PavedDriveway
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Spa: Yes
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, ShakeSiding, Stone, WoodSiding, WoodFrame
  • Horse Amenities: HorsesAllowed
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Multiple, WrapAround
  • Spa Features: HotTub
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Flooring: CeramicTile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: ExteriorEntry, Finished, InteriorEntry, WalkOutAccess
  • Bathrooms Full: 6
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 7
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, HeatPump, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Fireplaces, HeatPump, Zoned
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Other, SeeRemarks, Stone, Propane
  • Laundry Features: InBasement, MainLevel
  • Appliances: BuiltInOven, DoubleOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater, GasRange, Refrigerator, TanklessWaterHeater, Washer, WaterHeater
  • Interior Features: CathedralCeilings, Furnished, HotTubSpa, HomeTheater, VaultedCeilings, WindowTreatments
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments

Property History for 774 Aldridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #259141

$3,850,000
Aug 22, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1910717992

$75,000

-63.6% / yr

Dec 1, 2024

Expired

Beaches MLS #F10446600

$3,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/27/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #259141

$3,850,000
08/22/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1910717992

$75,000

-63.6% / yr

12/01/2024

Expired

Beaches MLS #F10446600

$3,500,000

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Public Records for 774 Aldridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$174,400Additions$1,942,300Total$2,116,700
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,825 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,825 SqFtStories2Lot Size768,790 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1976CountyWATAUGAAPN1878-72-6534-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 774 Aldridge Road

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Valle Crucis Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Watauga High
Public9 to 12

Watauga Innovation Academy
Public9 to 12

Watauga Virtual Academy
PublicK to 8

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774 Aldridge Road is a single family home for sale in Banner Elk, NC 28604. This property was listed for sale on November 27, 2025 by Lyons Construction And Realty, Inc., it's currently listed at $3,850,000. It has been on the market for a total of 147 days and was last sold on August 22, 2025. This listing's school district is Watauga County School District. Nearby schools include Valle Crucis Elementary, Watauga High and Watauga Innovation Academy. 774 Aldridge Road is a 7-bed, 7-bath, 6,628 sqft single family home built in 1976.

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