This true log home has everything you want in a cabin in the mountains. Built by local builder, and resident David Taylor. One of the best cabin builders in the high country. His personal touches are all over this home. From the custom frames around the windows to the custom windows from Scotland. You will see artist work thru out this home. Kitchen has custom black walnut cabinetry with granite and stainless appliances. Custom hand made railings on the custom stairs to the loft area. Downstairs, the walls are lined with poplar wood. You will probably never see this in any other cabin in the high country. The screened in sitting area off of the living room has a fireplace. 3 total fireplaces in this home. Lower level is ready for an out door hot tub. A big Grandfather view from the front rooms let you know that you are in the high country. Lot's of other special features This place would make a great weekend, or weekly rental. Close to all the ski areas and only 10 minutes from Boone and 15 to Banner Elk. The 2 car garage has custom wooden doors. Don't miss this
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$340Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Allen Yates Realty Yates• Allen Yates Realty
Bought with Allen Yates Realty Yates• Allen Yates Realty
This true log home has everything you want in a cabin in the mountains. Built by local builder, and resident David Taylor. One of the best cabin builders in the high country. His personal touches are all over this home. From the custom frames around the windows to the custom windows from Scotland. You will see artist work thru out this home. Kitchen has custom black walnut cabinetry with granite and stainless appliances. Custom hand made railings on the custom stairs to the loft area. Downstairs, the walls are lined with poplar wood. You will probably never see this in any other cabin in the high country. The screened in sitting area off of the living room has a fireplace. 3 total fireplaces in this home. Lower level is ready for an out door hot tub. A big Grandfather view from the front rooms let you know that you are in the high country. Lot's of other special features This place would make a great weekend, or weekly rental. Close to all the ski areas and only 10 minutes from Boone and 15 to Banner Elk. The 2 car garage has custom wooden doors. Don't miss this
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,651 (+0.5%)
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2024
$2,639
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2023
$2,639 (+0.9%)
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2022
$2,616 (+16.7%)
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2021
$2,242
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2020
$2,242
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2019
$2,242 (+11.9%)
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2018
$2,004
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2017
$2,004 (+10.6%)
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2016
$1,812
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2015
$1,812
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2014
$1,812
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
Tax history for 178 Basswood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,651 (+0.5%)
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2024
$2,639
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2023
$2,639 (+0.9%)
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2022
$2,616 (+16.7%)
$28,000 + $661,200
$689,200
2021
$2,242
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2020
$2,242
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2019
$2,242 (+11.9%)
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2018
$2,004
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2017
$2,004 (+10.6%)
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2016
$1,812
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2015
$1,812
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
2014
$1,812
$25,400 + $451,900
$477,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,576
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1878950621000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Basement, Living Room, Other, See Remarks
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 3
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Structure Type: House
Below Grade Finished Area: 672
Levels: Three Or More
Construction Materials: Log
Property Features
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: .41
Lot Size Area: 0.41
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
Zoning Description: none
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
Middle Or Junior School: None
High School: Watauga High School
Location Information
Directions: Take hwy 105 toward Foscoe to a left on Sleepy Hollow, thru the covered bridge, then left on Cliffwood Drive to a left on Basswood, house on the right
Subdivision Name: Sleepy Hollow
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,576
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1878950621000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 8.6mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Banner Elk, NC • 28607
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Estimated sale price
$923,000 – $1.12M
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