About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 165 Leighway Lane in Banner Elk, NC is listed for $1,299,000 ($295 per sqft). Built in 2004, the home offers 4,398 sqft of living space on a 4.00 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 2004
  • 4.00 acre lot

Property Details

3 full
2004
Listing Description

Just 15 minutes from downtown Boone, this spacious modern mountain home offers the rare combination of privacy, usable land, mountain views, and convenient access to some of the High Country's most beloved destinations. With 4 sleeping spaces, 3 bathrooms, approximately 4,398 square feet, multiple gathering spaces, and a flexible layout, there is r

oom here for family, friends, and guests to spread out and enjoy mountain living in beautiful Watauga County. Tucked away at the end of a tree-lined lane, the property feels wonderfully removed while remaining just 1.5 miles from the iconic Mast General Store and Valle Crucis Community Park, only half a mile from Watauga River access, and 20 minutes to downtown Banner Elk.

Colorful sunset mountain views, a beautiful trickling stream, and a gently rolling, partially fenced yard create an inviting outdoor setting with plenty of room for lawn games, evening strolls, winter sledding, gardening, or simply enjoying the wildlife.

From the covered front porch, watch deer, fox, and wild turkey wander through the property while taking in the peaceful mountain surroundings. Inside, the home's generous size and flexible floor plan make it equally well suited for full-time living, a mountain retreat, or an income-producing vacation rental.

Two family rooms, each with a gas fireplace, provide comfortable spaces for gathering, while a large upper level living area offers additional flexibility for recreation, hobbies, an office, or overflow sleeping. Four separate sleeping areas comfortably accommodate at least eight guests, with the potential to sleep 12 or more by adding built-in bunks in the spacious upper-level bedroom.

The home has also been thoughtfully renovated and updated throughout, allowing the next owner to enjoy the character and setting of a Valle Crucis mountain property with major improvements already completed. Recent updates include a new roof on both the home and workshop and fresh exterior paint, completed in June 2026, as well as three fully renovated bathrooms, an updated kitchen, and numerous additional improvements throughout the home.

A complete list of renovations and improvements is available in the attached documents. The updated kitchen offers a warm and welcoming space for everything from quiet mornings to holiday gatherings, while the beautifully renovated bathrooms bring a fresh, modern feel.

Throughout the home, thoughtful finishes and comfortable gathering spaces complement the natural beauty of the property. Whether you're looking for a place to put down roots, a peaceful mountain escape, or a property with strong investment potential, this Valle Crucis property offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy 4 acres, generous living spac

e, beautiful natural surroundings, and a location that puts the best of the High Country within easy reach. List of items that convey available upon request. Seller is a licensed NC Realtor. Please note: The home cannot be seen from the main road. Feel free to drive down Leighway Ln. to take a look. There is plenty of room to turn around.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$6,947/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$939
Interest$5,629
Insurance$379

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

165 Leighway Lane

Banner Elk, NC 28604

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 165 Leighway Lane is listed at $1,299,000 ($295/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $6,947 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 2004, 4.00 acre lot.

This property is listed by Megan Torgerson.

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Megan Torgerson

Agent at Keller Williams High Country

Listed by Keller Williams High Country · Broker phone: (404) 277-3545 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 262121· Source: High Country Association of Realtors· 97 days on PropertySimple

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165 Leighway Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604

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