Looking for a private, close-to-town mountaintop retreat w/stunning panoramic views, 2+ car garage & a flat yard? Your unicorn property is here! At 4500 ft elevation, this exquisite 3 bed, 3 bath retreat is a blend of contemporary & mountain styles w/breathtaking layered views. Soak up the abundant light streaming in the sunroom. The open living area is perfect for entertaining guests & enjoying a cozy night at home. The primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, full bath w/soaking tub & shower, plus expansive windows w/views of Beech Mountain ski slopes & the mountains. Main floor features guest bedrooms & bathrooms. The 4 garage & multiple workshop areas on the lower level are perfect for pursuing hobbies/restoration projects. A dream come true for car enthusiasts! Utilize the existing 6-BR septic system & finish out the lower level or build a guest suite. Outside, you'll find plenty of southern exposure for your garden & a grassy area for a horse. Come see this true mountain oasis!
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
3.99 acresLot Size
$337Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Mary Baker• Keller Williams High Country
Are you looking for a private and close-to-town mountaintop retreat with stunning panoramic views, 2+ car garage, and a flat yard?? Your unicorn property is here!! At 4500 ft elevation, this exquisite 3 bedroom, 3 bath retreat is a perfect blend of contemporary mountain style and breathtaking layered views. Soak up the abundant natural light streaming through the sunroom windows on the main floor. The open living area is perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night at home. The primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, ensuite bath with soaking tub and shower, plus expansive windows with picturesque views of the Beech Mountain ski slopes & surrounding mountains. The main floor also features two comfortable guest bedrooms and bathrooms. The four garage bays and multiple workshop areas on the lower level are perfect for pursuing hobbies or restoration projects. A dream come true for car enthusiasts! Need more rooms? Utilize the existing 6-BR septic system to finish out the lower level or build a guest suite or second residence. Outside, you'll find plenty of southern exposure for your garden and grassy area for your horse. Come see it for yourself -- A true mountain oasis!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,055 (+9.5%)
$101,900 + $425,300
$527,200
2024
$1,877
$101,900 + $425,300
$527,200
2023
$1,877 (+1.2%)
$101,900 + $380,200
$482,100
2022
$1,854 (+18.1%)
$101,900 + $380,200
$482,100
2021
$1,570
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2020
$1,570
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2019
$1,570 (+11.7%)
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2018
$1,405
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2017
$1,405 (+10.4%)
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2016
$1,273
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2015
$1,273
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
Tax history for 3292 Shawnee Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,055 (+9.5%)
$101,900 + $425,300
$527,200
2024
$1,877
$101,900 + $425,300
$527,200
2023
$1,877 (+1.2%)
$101,900 + $380,200
$482,100
2022
$1,854 (+18.1%)
$101,900 + $380,200
$482,100
2021
$1,570
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2020
$1,570
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2019
$1,570 (+11.7%)
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2018
$1,405
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2017
$1,405 (+10.4%)
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2016
$1,273
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
2015
$1,273
$67,900 + $261,000
$328,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.99 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,628
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1960075127000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 3
# of Bedrooms: Main: 0
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 3
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Unvented, Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Propane, Radiant, Space Heater
Directions: From downtown Banner Elk, take Hwy 194 N 1.5 miles to a left onto Gaultney Rd. Follow Gualtney Rd for 0.7 miles. Stay straight at the stop sign and the road turns into Shawnee Rd. Follow Shawnee Rd for 3.1 miles and the home is on the right. The last mile on Shawnee Rd is a gravel road. (Go past the entrance to Rock Knob subdivision.) You'll know you're getting close once you start to see beautiful panoramic views!
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,628
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1960075127000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2538
Living Area: 2538
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,538
Sq. Ft. Upper: 2231
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 307
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 10.4mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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
0 hot days expected this year, 0 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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Historical weather
Banner Elk, NC • 28604
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$813,000 – $984,000
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