"Baby Bear Cottage" is a charming mountain cottage located in the Grouse Ridge section of Beech Mountain that has become a RENTAL POWERHOUSE with an excellent established rental income of $64,000 since January 2023. It is considered a "Guest Favorite" on Airbnb with 4.93 stars. The property offers season views of the ski slopes and has a convenient yet private location with level entry, paved driveway and road. The main level features an open living area surrounded by an abundance of windows providing a treehouse feel. You can walk out onto the rear deck and enjoy wildlife while relaxing in the HOT TUB. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and the cozy family room has a gas log fireplace. There are 2 BEDROOMS -1 BATH and laundry also on the main level and the lower level has a large recreational room/3rd bedroom and full bath. The property has a fire pit area below for enjoying cool summer nights, stargazing and wildlife viewing. Whether you're looking for a tranquil year-round residence, investment property, or a second home, this property provides the ideal mountain lifestyle. It is being sold furnished w/ exclusions and is Beech Mountain club eligible.
Sold for $460,000 on 05/29/24
$460,000
115 Upper Grouse Ridge Road, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
3beds
1,562sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
0.45 Acres Lot
$470,200 Zestimate®
$294/sqft
$3,287 Estimated rent
Home value
$470,200
$428,000 - $517,000
$3,287/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 29, 2024 at 12:58pm
Listed by:
Cindy Giarrusso 828-964-2896,
Blue Ridge Realty & Investment
Bought with:
Ronald Kent, 268852
EXP Realty LLC
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 248622
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Other, Space Heater, See Remarks, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Furnished, Window Treatments
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Gas, Propane
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,564
- Total interior livable area: 1,562 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 781
- Finished area below ground: 781
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, No Garage, Paved, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Hot Tub/Spa, Paved Driveway
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ski Area, Seasonal View
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1950462508000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Club Membership Available, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Pickleball, Pool, Skiing, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths, Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
Location
- Region: Banner Elk
- Subdivision: Charter Hills
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2024 | Sold | $460,000-2.1%$294/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #248622 | ||
| 4/11/2024 | Contingent | $470,000$301/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #248622 | ||
| 4/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $470,000+95.8%$301/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #248622 | ||
| 3/9/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner | ||
| 10/20/2020 | Sold | $240,000$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $867 | $240,400 |
| 2023 | $867 +2.7% | $240,400 |
| 2022 | $844 +29.7% | $240,400 +69.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Valle Crucis ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 5 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 12.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valle Crucis
- High: Watauga
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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