About 1090 Horse Bottom Road
Authentic log cabin with proven rental success and Sugar Mountain views! Smart Value: This property contains four physical bedrooms but is currently marketed as a three bedroom house due to its septic permit. This genuine, custom log cabin comfortably accommodates 8+ guests with 5 beds and a game room and a sunroom. Includes 8'x16' workshop equipped with power to work on a variety of projects or additional storage needs. No HOA! Just 2 miles from Downtown Banner Elk, nestled between Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain, 5 minutes to Banner Elk Winery, and 25 minutes to Boone. Generating over $60,000 in rental income annually (with potential for more), this property has been proven profitable and desirable with 100+ ALL 5-star reviews. Fully furnished and truly turn-key, it’s ready to continue as a successful short-term rental or become your personal mountain getaway. Highlights: • Wood-burning fireplace for ski season, with cool summer temps at ~4,300' elevation • Recent updates: new roof (2025), new floors (2025), new hot water heater, refrigerator and dishwasher (2024) • Encapsulated crawlspace with perimeter drain, foam board wall insulation, sump pump and dehumidifier (2023) • Nearly 1 acre of usable, newly (2023) fully fenced-in yard with fire pit - for gatherings with friends, family, and pets • Two covered porches with views of Sugar Mountain ski slopes • Easy, year-round access on paved roads, plowed during snow - no steep driveway Perfect as a personal mountain getaway or an income-producing investment, this cabin offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy close proximity to Banner Elk dining, shops, skiing, hiking, and year-round attractions - making it the ultimate four-season retreat! Agent interest.
Features of 1090 Horse Bottom Road
| MLS® # | 257882 |
|---|---|
| Price | $635,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,880 |
| Acres | 0.92 |
| Year Built | 1985 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Log Home, Mountain |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 1090 Horse Bottom Road |
|---|---|
| Area | 8-Banner Elk |
| Subdivision | None |
| City | Banner Elk |
| County | Avery |
| Province | NC |
| Postal Code | 28604 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available |
|---|---|
| Parking | Driveway, Gravel, Private |
| Garages | Driveway, Gravel, Private |
| View | Long Range, Mountain(s), Pasture, Ski Area, Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Furnished, Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Heating | Electric, Forced Air, Gas, Hot Water, Propane, Wood |
| Cooling | Other, See Remarks, 3+ Units, Wall/Window Unit(s) |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Masonry, Wood Burning, Insert, Wood Burning Stove |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Crawl Space |
Exterior
| Exterior | Frame, Log, Masonry, Wood Siding, Wood Frame |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Fire Pit, Out Building(s), Storage, Gravel Driveway |
| Windows | Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Single Hung, Vinyl, Wood Frames |
| Roof | Architectural, Shingle |
| Construction | Frame, Log, Masonry, Wood Siding, Wood Frame |
School Information
| Elementary | Banner Elk |
|---|---|
| High | Avery County |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 23rd, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 18 |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Real Broker, LLC |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | (828) 832-6292 |