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.
Sold for $646,000 on 11/07/25
$646,000
600 Wards Branch Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
2beds
1,857sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
11.21 Acres Lot
$646,200 Zestimate®
$348/sqft
$2,035 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 12, 2025 at 10:05am
Listed by:
Sandra Hancock (828)295-8337,
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone,
Leigh Ann Ferguson 336-480-1214,
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone
Bought with:
William Kelly, 349663
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 256981
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump, 1 Unit
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Down Draft, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,857
- Total interior livable area: 1,857 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,857
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel, Shared Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Ski Area, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 11.21 Acres
- Features: Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1962652082000
- Zoning description: R1
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit 2 Bedroom
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Trails/Paths, Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
Location
- Region: Sugar Grove
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved