885 John Erwin Rd

2,576 Sq. Ft.
$510 / Sq. Ft.
2,576
Sq. Ft.
$510
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to Peek-A-Boo Lodge – No doubt one of the best deals in Eagles Nest. A contemporary log home nestled in the coveted Eagles Nest community, convenient location, just a 7 minute drive to downtown Banner Elk via a back gate. As you step inside, you’re greeted by a spacious great room featuring tongue n groove cathedral ceilings, wood floors, and a striking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with gas starter. Expansive windows provide lots of natural light and offer impressive long-range views....Welcome to Peek-A-Boo Lodge – No doubt one of the best deals in Eagles Nest. A contemporary log home nestled in the coveted Eagles Nest community, convenient location, just a 7 minute drive to downtown Banner Elk via a back gate. As you step inside, you’re greeted by a spacious great room featuring tongue n groove cathedral ceilings, wood floors, and a striking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with gas starter. Expansive windows provide lots of natural light and offer impressive long-range views. The thoughtful layout includes two generous primary suites on the main level both with deck access. On the lower floor, you’ll find a guest bedroom, a large recreation room, a full bathroom, lots of closets and storage, and a bonus room ideal for additional sleeping space. Generous decking for entertaining and enjoying the stunning views. This home is a fantastic opportunity in Eagles Nest, offering both good rental history and an amazing mountain retreat. On a 1.5-acre lot, situated for privacy, it also includes mature landscaping, stone steps to an inviting fire pit, garage, generator, and ample parking. Warm and inviting family home ideal for entertaining and holiday gatherings. The Lodges of Eagles Nest offers an array of outstanding amenities: ATV trails, a fitness center, a fantastic live music venue, tennis and pickleball courts, versatile sports fields, river access, hiking trails, and a dog park. Enjoy exceptional dining at the Epic Chophouse, connect with new friends at the Eagles Nest Winery, and take advantage of the convenience of an on-site Dollar General. Located just a short drive from downtown Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, and Sugar Mountain, you’ll have access to shopping, fine dining, skiing, mountain biking, and so much more.
  1. Listed by Tracy Simms • Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. - Banner Elk • (828) 737-3100

Property Details for 885 John Erwin Road

Architectural Style
LogHome, Mountain
Parking Features
Garage, OneCarGarage, Oversized
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
The Lodges At Eagles Nest
View
LongRange
LISTING UPDATED: 02/28/2026 08:52 AM

Property Details for 885 John Erwin Road

StatusActive
MLS #260143
Days on Market24
Taxes$3,005 / year
HOA Fees$6,060 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1996
Lot Size1.55 AC / 67,692 SF
CountyAvery County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. - Banner Elk
Add your commute

Building Information for 885 John Erwin Road

Stories2Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size1.55 AC / 67,692 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,137 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,382

Property Taxes

$250

HOA Dues

$505

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 885 John Erwin Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From the main gate take Eagles Nest Trail to White Eagle on your right. Follow White Eagle to a left on Tioga, then a left before the John Erwin gate and then left again to 885 John Erwin.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28604
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 8-Banner Elk
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1849-00-27-2264-00000
  • Association Fee: $6,060.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: The Lodges at Eagles Nest
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,005
  • Tax Book Number: 578/1351
  • Tax Legal Description: EAGLES NEST THE VILLAGE LOT 90
School Information
  • Elementary School: Freedom Trail
  • High School: Avery County
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1510.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1066.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.554
  • Lot Size Area: 1.554
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2576.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: PrivateSewer
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: FirePit
  • Community Features: DogPark, FitnessCenter, Gated, Pickleball, River, TennisCourts, TrailsPaths, LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: ForcedAir, Propane
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, WoodBurning
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, GasRange, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Furnished

Property History for 885 John Erwin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #260143

$1,315,000
Feb 8, 2026

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #257164

$1,449,900
Jul 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257164

$1,449,900
Jun 14, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1492179202

$920,000

+59791.4% / yr

Apr 11, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1487629797

$300,000
Mar 31, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1486796301

$420,000
Mar 22, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1486521086

$400,000

+4819.0% / yr

Dec 20, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1479539795

$150,000

-98.8% / yr

Nov 15, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1477167021

$230,000

-98.2% / yr

Jul 9, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1465986483

$960,000

+72.4% / yr

Jun 1, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #418974873

$20,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/28/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #260143

$1,315,000
02/08/2026

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #257164

$1,449,900
07/29/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257164

$1,449,900
06/14/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1492179202

$920,000

+59791.4% / yr

04/11/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1487629797

$300,000
03/31/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1486796301

$420,000
03/22/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1486521086

$400,000

+4819.0% / yr

12/20/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1479539795

$150,000

-98.8% / yr

11/15/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1477167021

$230,000

-98.2% / yr

07/09/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1465986483

$960,000

+72.4% / yr

06/01/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #418974873

$20,000

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

Public Records for 885 John Erwin Road

Taxable ValueLand$102,800Additions$181,600Total$284,400
Tax Record2021$1,564 ($130 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,464 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,488 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt976 SqFtStories1Lot Size959,191 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996Year Renovated2006CountyAVERYAPN18490027838500000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 885 John Erwin Road

This home is within Avery County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Banner Elk Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cranberry Middle School
Public6 to 8

Avery County High School
Public9 to 12

Blue Ridge Academy
Public6 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.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

Explore Nearby Homes

885 John Erwin Road is a single family home for sale in Banner Elk, NC 28604. This property was listed for sale on February 28, 2026 by Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. - Banner Elk, it's currently listed at $1,315,000. It has been on the market for a total of 24 days and was last sold on June 14, 2022. This listing's school district is Avery County School District. Nearby schools include Banner Elk Elementary School, Cranberry Middle School and Avery County High School. 885 John Erwin Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,576 sqft single family home built in 1996.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

Listing Courtesy of Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. - Banner Elk

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: Canopy MLS,High Country Association of REALTORS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by Canopy MLS,High Country Association of REALTORS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.