About 1561 Old Turnpike Road
Comfortably sleeps 6, this quiet single-level living home -- with a large bedroom/office in the walk-out basement downstairs -- is superbly located just minutes to Boone or Blowing Rock. Find 4,300+ acres of Julian Price Memorial Park just across the state-maintained gravel road with easy access to hiking trails that meander for miles, and an easy stroll through the woods to the Boone Fork river for fishing and water play! The home feels like new and evidences quality craftsmanship, efficiency, and versatility throughout. On main-level find spacious, open living/dining and kitchen area, hardwood (oak) flooring, tongue & groove (spruce) vaulted ceiling, gorgeous granite counters, gas stove & oven, Bosch dishwasher, and a quality wood stove. Walk out to either covered or open deck areas. Also, main-level, primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom with tile shower & walkout to covered deck. Utility, laundry, pantry, and an additional full bath on this level, too. The finished downstairs has full bath, own heat/AC zone control, and separate entrance. It serves beautifully as a large bedroom, home office, or for hosting family or guests. Workshop area is clean, dry, and framed for conversion into garage. Quality construction with eye toward longevity and lowered maintenance: Superior Wall foundation, SmartSide siding, Pella Windows. Parking for 4+. And too, a storage shed with shelving. Relax and enjoy remarkable view of Grandfather Mountain from the detached open deck or take a stroll into the expansive park: Hebron Falls, the Boone Fork Trail...or beyond. This unique property beautifully combines a pleasant aura of remoteness with practical proximity to Boone and Blowing Rock. This is a good one!
Features of 1561 Old Turnpike Road
| MLS® # | 254907 |
|---|---|
| Price | $635,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,605 |
| Acres | 2.02 |
| Year Built | 2021 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Contemporary, Craftsman, Mountain |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 1561 Old Turnpike Road |
|---|---|
| Area | 5-Watauga, Shawneehaw |
| Subdivision | None |
| City | Boone |
| County | Watauga |
| Province | NC |
| Postal Code | 28607 |
Amenities
| Utilities | High Speed Internet Available |
|---|---|
| Parking | Driveway, Gravel, Other, Private, See Remarks |
| Garages | Driveway, Gravel, Other, Private, See Remarks |
| View | Mountain(s), Seasonal View, Trees/Woods, Southern Exposure |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Other, See Remarks, Tankless Water Heater |
| Heating | Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Wood Stove |
| Cooling | Central Air, Heat Pump, 1 Unit, Zoned |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Free Standing, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access |
Exterior
| Exterior | Hardboard, Other, See Remarks, Wood Frame |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Storage, Gravel Driveway |
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction | Hardboard, Other, See Remarks, Wood Frame |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| Elementary | Valle Crucis |
|---|---|
| High | Watauga |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | April 16th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 169 |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Key Terrain Real Estate |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | 828-268-2260 |