129 Valley View Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

Secluded, classic Mayview cottage updated to state-of-the-art and just blocks from the heart of Blowing Rock. This charming home, perched on a ridge above New Year's Creek, is a secret find. Follow the stone walk to the covered porch, viewing the quaint mini-cottage beyond and enter the foyer. The vaulted great room with new wooden floors unfolds before you. Across, see the window wall with a screened porch and forest beyond. From floor-to-ceiling is the stone fireplace wall with gas logs and special niches to display treasures. Opposite is a large wall for displaying art that is punctuated by a custom wet bar. Overlooking all is a loft for reading and relaxing. Beside is a large attic storage space. The dining area is framed by three windows overlooking the forest. It adjoins the newly installed kitchen with granite dining bar and custom counters/cabinets. Upscale appliances include a double-door stainless steel refrigerator, gas range with two electric ovens, a deep composite sink to create a sophisticated chef's kitchen- a favorite gathering spot. Adjoining the kitchen is a lovely half bath. Beside is a laundry room with custom cabinetry. All adjoin the oversized two-car garage/storage area. Pull right into the garage and unload groceries straight into the kitchen. Just off the foyer is the primary bedroom with a dressing room/closet and luxury tile and granite bath with a large shower. Through the window, view the charming studio/office/garden house. From the foyer, guests go to the lower level with three bedrooms, two baths and a family room with a window wall opening to the porch. One of the bedrooms can be used as a wardrobe room. The guest level is heated and cooled by mini-splits controlled in each room. The family room has a large flat-screen TV for movie night and a gas stove to chase chills. Relax on the lower level porch/patio or the main level screened porch. A big bonus is the quaint heated & cooled studio/office/garden house. Some furnishings convey.

Fantastic home located in the desirable area of Mayview Park. This home's location allows buyers to enjoy all the events and restaurants within walking distance to the downtown village of Blowing Rock. In addition, the Glen Burney trail is just a few short steps away for all those avid hikers. The property has a flat yard and lots of rhododendrons surrounding the property to ensure privacy with ample space to enjoy the outdoors. The additional outbuilding/shed was just renovated and has been converted to a gym. The level entry allows for easy access into the vaulted ceiling great room. This room features a massive wood-burning stone fireplace which is the highlight of the room. The wet bar and dining area are leading out to a cover deck. A set of stairs in the room will lead you to a cozy library or studio which overlooks the fireplace. The primary bedroom and bath are on the main level, and the laundry leads into the two-car garage providing one level living. The three bedrooms and family room are located on the lower level with an additional porch with lots of deck space for those entertaining outdoor events. The two-car garage and drive provide ample parking.