“Enlightened Elk Escape” is a luxurious log cabin estate in the heart of it all, boasting impressive, vaulted ceilings and refined rustic charm. A true mountain retreat featuring three levels to accommodate the whole family. The main level is an open concept with seamless flow between kitchen, dining and living areas with vaulted tongue and groove ceilings, wood floors and a wall of windows to take in the natural surroundings. You will find the primary bedroom with en-suite, kitchen, dining room, half bathroom and laundry room all on this level. Upstairs is another bedroom, bathroom and spacious sleeping loft. The lower level is ideal for family gatherings with game room, office, full bathroom and two bonus rooms (currently used as extra sleeping areas). You can access the garage from this level as well as the outdoor hot tub. Relax in the new sauna after a long day of skiing. This home can accommodate 12 people comfortably and also features plenty of outdoor space with both open and covered decks. Spacious garage and plenty of paved parking. Just a short drive to downtown Banner Elk, ski resorts, dining and so much more. UPDATES include tile showers, new refrigerator, dishwasher, hot tub, downstairs tongue and groove ceilings, and outdoor sauna. Comes furnished!! This is the ideal investment property or full-time residence.
For sale
$1,495,000
49 Dandelion Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604
3beds
3,299sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
1.85 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$453/sqft
$42/mo HOA
What's special
Game roomOpen and covered decksNew saunaVaulted ceilingsUpdates include tile showersRefined rustic charmWall of windows
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 30, 2025 at 01:17pm
Listed by:
Denise Weinkle 828-262-1990,
RE/MAX Realty Group
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 255042
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Furnished, Hot Tub/Spa, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Basement: Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two, Free Standing, Gas, Other, See Remarks, Stone, Propane
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,298
- Total interior livable area: 3,299 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,348
- Finished area below ground: 951
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Paved, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub/Spa, Paved Driveway
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub, Sauna
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal View, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.85 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 184701486786
- Zoning description: R1,Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Home,Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Permit 4 Bedroom
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Security: Radon Mitigation System
- Subdivision: Mountain Meadows
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $500 annually
Location
- Region: Banner Elk
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $453/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,882
- Date on market: 6/23/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
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