Experience breathtaking views of the Watauga River while relaxing on 5.45 acres of pure bliss, complete with over 430 feet of river frontage! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home was completely updated in Spring 2023 and is designed as the ultimate mountain retreat, delivering captivating river views, hiking trails, 3 fire pits, a hot tub, game room, and so much more. Enter to a cozy front sitting room complete with a striking stone fireplace. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features custom cabinets, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and plenty of space to gather, meal prep, and entertain. The dining room and den are outfitted with expansive windows offering stunning views of the river below. Spend the days basking in the sun on your main floor decks or enjoy the breeze from your screened porch. The main floor includes two primary bedroom suites with ensuite bathrooms. One bedroom suite has a private deck and ensuite bath with a soaking tub, separate shower, double vanity with granite countertop, and a large walk-in closet. The 2nd bedroom suite has a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with a stand-up shower and double vanity. The laundry room, a half-bath, and an office with private entry are also on this level for one level living. Downstairs, you'll find a 3rd large bedroom with hallway access to a full bath with shower and double vanity. Downstairs also includes a bonus room outfitted with a custom bunk space, and a separate large game room decked out with ping pong, an arcade game, card table, and games galore! Outside on the covered patio, relax and soak in the hot tub while taking in the mountain and river views. Head down to the riverfront or the overlook point to enjoy a fire with the shimmering water in the background. Fantastic investment opportunity! Over $57k 2024 gross rental income, despite an estimated $6k in lost revenue due to Helene. 20 min to Boone and 40 min to Watauga Lake. Come see this amazing mountain retreat!
For sale
Price cut: $25K (4/23)
$1,275,000
389 Auborn Trivette Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
3beds
3,524sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
5.45 Acres Lot
$1,164,700 Zestimate®
$362/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bonus roomHot tubPrivate deckGame roomLarge game roomPing pongEnsuite bathrooms
- 95 days
- on Zillow |
- 501 |
- 40 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 23, 2025 at 11:48am
Listed by:
Mary Baker (828)773-5240,
Keller Williams High Country
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 253390
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
- Ductless, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Furnished, Hot Tub/Spa
- Basement: Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,685
- Total interior livable area: 3,524 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,276
- Finished area below ground: 1,248
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Paved, Private
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple, Open, Screened
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub/Spa, Out Building(s), Storage, Paved Driveway
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front, River Access
Lot
- Size: 5.45 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1952396404000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Contemporary,Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shake Siding, Stone Veneer, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Sewer Applied for Permit
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, River, Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Security: Radon Mitigation System
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sugar Grove
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $362/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $462,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,806
- Date on market: 1/21/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
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