Rare opportunity in Banner Elk offering long-range mountain views, one-level living, and short-term rental potential—PLUS AN ADDITIONAL LOT INCLUDED. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is positioned inside the gated community of Rocky Knob with paved access, a paved driveway, and a detached one-car garage, features that are increasingly hard to find together at this price point. From the moment you enter the great room, the views take over. Vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, skylights, and natural light create an open, inviting space designed to highlight the surrounding Blue Ridge ridgelines. The kitchen offers custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and a large island with ample storage designed for everyday living or hosting. Both bathrooms have been updated, and the flexible third bedroom works well as a guest space, office, or additional sleeping area. Outdoor living includes multiple deck areas, a firepit table, and space to relax and take in the long-range views. An additional lot conveys with the property, offering flexibility for future use, privacy, or long-term value. Short-term rentals are allowed, making this property not only a mountain retreat but also an investment opportunity something not available in many comparable homes in this price range. Furnished with a few exceptions. You can change a house. You can't recreate this combination of views, flexibility, and opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$448Price/Sq.Ft.
$125/moHOA Dues
1 car garageParking
Listed by Caroline McGuire• Keller Williams High Country
Contact: (828) 773-7276
Bought with Jessica Queen• Realty One Group Results-Boone
Est. $2,808 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 230 Twin Ponds Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HCMLS #261316
May 29, 2026
Sold
$725,000
$448/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Contingent
—
May 7, 2026
Price Changed
$739,000
$456/sq ft
Apr 21, 2026
Listed
$769,000
$475/sq ft
HCMLS #220542
Aug 28, 2020
Sold
$395,000
$244/sq ft
Apr 29, 2020
Listed
$359,000
$222/sq ft
+31
VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS!!!!!! This quaint mountain home in Banner Elk is located in the gated Rocky Knob subdivision sitting at 4,625 feet of elevation! This home is immaculate and very well cared for; being sold fully furnished with a few exceptions. All one level living makes this a great place for all buyers. It features an open living room, that has a rock gas burning fireplace, with vaulted ceilings that continue to the kitchen and dining areas. A large master bedroom and master bath. An additional two bedrooms with another bathroom for them to share. Outside the home boasts its view from a covered porch with an additional cover porch area at the back of the home. A detached garage gives you a place to park the car and extra storage as well. Brand new roof in 2019! This would make a great full-time residence, a vacation home, or rental income property!