This secluded tree house setting nestled in the tree tops has enough space for you, your family and friends. Featuring eat in kitchen with oak cabinets, granite countertop, new dishwasher, stove, separate dining room. The large primary bedroom, has additional space that could easily be converted into an extra bonus room. Currently, another bedroom and three separate bonus areas to customize your personal needs. Hardwood and ceramic tile throughout the home.
One car garage, basement area, new garage door opener. Exterior amenities include a large deck off the kitchen, well suited for outdoor entertaining. Additional decking off the front entrance with a water pond built in the deck. Two new Heat Pumps in 2025. Newly paved mountain grade driveway with additional grip surface for added traction for the winter months.
Whether your vision is a cozy full-time residence, a relaxing mountain retreat, or an income-producing rental, this property provides an outstanding canvas at an attractive price point.
Adding to its appeal, the property has access to fiber optic high-speed internet, along with both long-term and short-term rental potential, giving buyers flexibility for personal use or investment.
Pond Mountain Game lands and its breathtaking views are a mere 8 miles. Pond Mountain Game Lands is a 2,900-acre public access property located right here in Creston, offering great opportunities for hiking, biking, hunting, and outdoor recreation. If you enjoy fishing there are several mountain trout streams within a short distance of the home. If you are an avid fan of the famous Virginia Creeper Trail this is a mere 24 miles or you are an historian Worth’s Chapel built in 1902 is on the national Register of Historic Places, this historic church remains a place of worship right here in Creston.
You are conveniently located to the local community center, events such as Friday night Fish Fry’s, the yearly duck race, etc. and the locally owned Creston Country Store a nostalgic community hub and gas station, that revives the warm, welcoming spirit of historic local neighborhood markets with sandwiches, salads, home-made bake goods, cheese items from Ashe County Cheese, old fashion candies and hand crafted items along with your everyday essentials. Opening soon along side the Country Store is a fully renovated and equipped restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating options.
You'll be surrounded by high peaks and clean mountain air with a short drive to many mountain towns including Mountain City just 8 miles away, West Jefferson only 18 miles and Boone a mere short drive at 29 miles.
The surrounding mountain scenery and local activities creates this peaceful setting that draws people to Ashe County year after year.
At just $375,000, opportunities like this have become increasingly difficult to find in today's market. If you've been searching for an affordable home in the High Country with solid bones, a desirable location, and the chance to add your own style and value, 6780 Big Laurel Road, Creston, deserves a place at the top of your list. It's the perfect blend of affordability, mountain charm, and the ability to lock up and go, with no weekly lawn maintenance required.
With its tree house setting, inviting decks, and peaceful mountain atmosphere, this is the kind of place where you can slow down, relax, and enjoy all that this home has to offer. Just move in, relax, and enjoy nothing left to do but make memories.
For sale
$375,000
6780 W Big Laurel Road, Creston, NC 28615
2beds
2,172sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
0.79 Acres Lot
$370,600 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Basement areaInviting decksNew garage door openerOne car garageNew dishwasherLarge primary bedroomSeparate dining room
- 3 days
- 153
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wanda Malcolm 828-760-0080,
Mountain Den Realty
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 264145
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Ductless, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Pull Down Attic Stairs
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,772
- Total interior livable area: 2,172 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,172
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.79 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 102010178890
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Permit 2 Bedroom
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Creston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $304,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,657
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$370,600
$311,000 - $426,000
$1,952/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000$173/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,657 +3.8% | $304,600 |
| 2024 | $1,596 | $304,600 |
| 2023 | $1,596 +30.4% | $304,600 +67.3% |
| 2022 | $1,224 | $182,100 |
| 2021 | $1,224 +11.1% | $182,100 |
| 2020 | $1,102 | $182,100 |
| 2019 | $1,102 +2% | $182,100 -2.3% |
| 2018 | $1,080 -0.2% | $186,400 |
| 2016 | $1,083 -0.4% | $186,400 |
| 2015 | $1,088 | $186,400 -6.6% |
| 2014 | $1,088 | $199,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $199,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $199,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $199,500 |
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Neighborhood: 28615
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blue Ridge
- Middle: Ashe County
- High: Ashe County
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






