Atop a knoll at the end of Acanthus Trail in the esteemed Blue Ridge Mountain Club, this breathtaking mountain haven offers unrivaled views. A majestic entrance with Greek-style influences opens to a grand living area with an octagonal design and soaring ceilings. An impressive stone fireplace and towering windows highlight the mountain vistas. The home features a stately dining room, an elegant study, and a chef’s kitchen equipped with high-end Thermador appliances, bespoke cabinetry and granite surfaces. Adjacent is a cozy family area with another stone fireplace, varied seating, dining arrangements and a convenient wet bar. The extensive deck, featuring a traditional fireplace and grilling station, epitomizes outdoor living. The main floor houses an opulent primary suite with a luxurious bath and noteworthy walk-in closet. Additional accommodations include three guest suites and a potential extra suite. Entertainment features include an 11-seat home theater, a temperature-controlled wine room and a fully equipped gym. The lower level houses a vast granite bar and a versatile room ideal for dancing or games, with stone fireplaces adding warmth. An elevator links the main floors. A large cedar walk-in closet stores off-season clothes. Community amenities include Ascent wellness and fitness center, Lookout Grill, Jasper House, Watson Gap Park featuring pickleball courts, bocce ball and horseshoes as well as Chetola Sporting Reserve, a new pool and tennis court have been added in The Meadows. Fifty miles of hiking/UTV trails, fly fishing in pristine mountain streams and even a dip in the Blue Hole awaits you. This property combines luxury and adventure, inviting you to embrace a prestigious lifestyle in the High Country.
Sold for $2,000,000
$2,000,000
171 Acanthus Trail, Boone, NC 28607
4beds
7,611sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2013
3.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$3,523 Estimated rent
Home value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,523/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 17, 2026 at 12:27pm
Listed by:
Janice Blair (828)773-3732,
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty,
Don Blair 828-266-1632,
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with:
Nick Presnell, 275444
Storied Real Estate
Ean Faison, 282259
Storied Real Estate
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 249554
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Attic, Wet Bar, Tray Ceiling(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector, Elevator, Home Theater, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments, Jetted Tub
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space,Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two, Three, Gas, Stone, Vented, Outside, Propane, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,611
- Total interior livable area: 7,611 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,357
- Finished area below ground: 3,254
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Three or more Spaces
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Composite, Covered, Open, Patio, Stone
- Exterior features: Elevator
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range
Lot
- Size: 3.55 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2848983981000
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Shake Siding, Stone, Stucco, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Shake,Wood
Condition
- Year built: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Community/Coop Sewer
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, 24 Hour Security
Community
- Community features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pickleball, Trails/Paths, Long Term Rental Allowed
Location
- Region: Boone
- Subdivision: Blue Ridge Mountain Club
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,259 quarterly
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Sold | $2,000,000-23.8%$263/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Contingent | $2,625,000$345/sqft |
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| 12/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,625,000$345/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Contingent | $2,625,000$345/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Price change | $2,625,000-19.2%$345/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | -- | $1,111,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Blowing Rock ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 7.8 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blowing Rock
- 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.