Welcome to Grandfather Lodge! This impressive log style home sits on a usable 2.2 acres with a large yard and a direct profile view of Grandfather Mountain. This home offers multiple options for us, as a large single home or as two separate units if desired. The main level features an impressive great room with soaring ceilings and large windows. A large stone fireplace is surrounded by banks of glass to let in light and take in the views. There is also a large bedroom and full bath on this level. Upstairs you'll find a comfortable reading loft as well as the primary bedroom and a bonus room that can be used as an office, bunkroom, etc. Head downstairs to the basement and you'll be pleasantly surprised to find a cozy living room with a freestanding propane fireplace, a second fully equipped kitchen, and well as a bedroom and another bonus room used as sleeping space. There is a full bath on this level as well, and a separate exterior entrance that can be utilized. Step outside to the oversized deck through any of the four sliding glass doors to take in the view and enjoy the hot tub. Just steps from the deck is the stone firepit area, ready for you to enjoy! This home also features a two-car garage, and central HVAC. As a bonus, there is a second lot included with the sale that has existing water and septic, allowing you room to build an ADU of workshop building. The large circular driveway offers plenty of parking, and the basement area has its own parking available if you decide to use this home as multiple living spaces or rentals. Located just across the road from Grandfather Winery, you can't find a better location for you High Country getaway. The seller had the exterior stained last year, has recently replaced the main level appliances, and the house features a metal roof. Offered furnished with just a few exceptions. This home will not last long!
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
2.2 acresLot Size
$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cynthia Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Listed by Craig Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Contact: 828-295-7337
Bought with Craig Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Bought with Cynthia Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
This home boasts an idyllic mountain setting with unrivaled profile views of Grandfather Mountain. The 2.2+ acres is surrounded by mature trees, yet the land around the home has been cleared giving lots of room for play, pets & gardening, while an Invisible Fence system protects your pets. The Great Room boasts cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, walls of glass and a floor to ceiling natural stone fireplace. Wrap-around deck can be accessed from any one of four sliding doors. Main level features a large bedroom, full bath, Great Room, dining area, kitchen and mud room/laundry with access to the over-sized two car garage. Second level has a large, open loft, second en suite bedroom and bonus room. The lower level can be accessed either by an interior stairway or a private, level exterior entrance. Inside, you will find a second Great Room, dining area, kitchen, third bedroom, bonus room and full bath. This is the perfect in-law suite, OR use it as a huge family or game room! A private location, yet only 10 minutes to Banner Elk, 15 minutes to Boone or Blowing Rock. Lovingly maintained, this home is located in a one-of-a-kind setting with unrivaled views of Grandfather Mountain.
Public Records
Jun 13, 2005
Sold
$465,000
$141/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,631 (+0.5%)
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2024
$2,619
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2023
$2,619 (+0.9%)
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2022
$2,596 (+18.1%)
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2021
$2,199
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2020
$2,199
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2019
$2,199 (+11.9%)
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2018
$1,965
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2017
$1,965 (+56.3%)
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2016
$1,257
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2015
$1,257
$34,100 + $290,300
$324,400
2014
$1,257
$34,100 + $290,300
$324,400
Tax history for 223 Red Bank Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,631 (+0.5%)
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2024
$2,619
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2023
$2,619 (+0.9%)
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2022
$2,596 (+18.1%)
$35,800 + $647,800
$683,600
2021
$2,199
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2020
$2,199
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2019
$2,199 (+11.9%)
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2018
$1,965
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2017
$1,965 (+56.3%)
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2016
$1,257
$34,100 + $433,600
$467,700
2015
$1,257
$34,100 + $290,300
$324,400
2014
$1,257
$34,100 + $290,300
$324,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.72 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,016
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1878660005000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Gas, Stone
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Roof: Metal
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,006
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,284
Levels: Three Or More
# of Stories Total: 3
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Log Siding, Stone, Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 2.2
Lot Size Area: 2.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.2
Additional Parcels Description: 1878-55-8971-000
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,348.41
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,016
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1878660005000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: 828-295-7337
Around this home
Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 9.0mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.0mi
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
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 88° expected this year, 25 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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Estimated sale price
$815,000 – $986,000
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