Amazing investment opportunity with NO short-term rental restrictions! Discover your ideal modern mountain retreat, perfectly located minutes from Boone, Downtown Blowing Rock, and top attractions. This updated 3BR/2BA cabin blends rustic charm with modern style—featuring new engineered hardwoods, updated baths, fresh paint, new appliances, and stylish lighting. Relax in a private fenced yard, unwind in the secluded hot tub, and enjoy over an acre of wooded serenity. The property also includes a 2BR/1BA accessory dwelling unit (ADU) above the oversized garage—ideal for guests, in-laws, a home office, or rental income. Both the main cabin and ADU feature open kitchens, private patios, and washer/dryer units. The large detached garage, with new doors, offers potential for a studio, workshop, or more. This rare find offers endless potential—whether you're seeking a full-time home, weekend escape, or income-producing investment in the High Country!
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
1.2 acresLot Size
$318Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Douglas Christen• Nestlewood Realty, LLC
Contact: douglas@nestlewoodrealty.com
Bought with Rory Cummins• EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne
Amazing investment opportunity with NO short-term rental restrictions! Discover your ideal modern mountain retreat, perfectly located minutes from Boone, Downtown Blowing Rock, and top attractions. This updated 3BR/2BA cabin blends rustic charm with modern style—featuring new engineered hardwoods, updated baths, fresh paint, new appliances, and stylish lighting. Relax around the fire in a the fenced side yard, unwind in the secluded hot tub, and enjoy over an acre of wooded serenity. The property also includes a 2BR/1BA accessory dwelling unit (ADU) above the oversized garage—great for guests, in-laws, a home office, or rental income. Both the main cabin and ADU feature open kitchens, multiple porches and decks, and washer/dryer units. The large detached garage, with new doors, offers potential for a studio, workshop, or more. This rare find offers endless potential—whether you're seeking a full-time home, weekend escape, or income-producing investment in the High Country! * * BROKER OWNER * *
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4254832
Dec 12, 2025
Sold
$850,000
$321/sq ft
Nov 10, 2025
Contingent
—
Oct 30, 2025
Price Changed
$950,000
$358/sq ft
Oct 29, 2025
Price Changed
$849,950
$320/sq ft
Jun 18, 2025
Price Changed
$900,000
$339/sq ft
May 6, 2025
Listed
$999,995
$377/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3896974
Aug 18, 2022
Sold
$710,000
$268/sq ft
Jul 31, 2022
Listed
$710,000
$268/sq ft
3 Bed/2 Bath Log Cabin with oversized detached 2-car garage with brand new 1047 square foot (2 bed/1 bath) apartment above! Great opportunity for short term rental revenue to have 2 cash-flow properties in between Boone & Blowing Rock! Rental proposal is $60-90K annually! Or live in one & rent out the other! 5 Bedroom Septic System installed to support both dwellings. Cabin has vaulted ceilings in the living room with slate tile floors, gas fireplace & spacious kitchen. Two bedrooms on the main floor share a hall bath w/laundry. Upstairs is a loft/office space & huge bedroom with en-suite bath as well as great storage. The oversized detached garage is perfect for car lovers or an in-home workshop. Above you will find the newly finished 2 bedroom apartment with great light, contemporary design, stunning kitchen with gas range & granite counters. Low maintenance yard, plenty of space for parking both at the cabin & the apartment.
HCMLS #238680
Aug 18, 2022
Sold
$710,000
$268/sq ft
Jul 8, 2022
Listed
$699,000
$264/sq ft
HCMLS #212686
May 14, 2019
Sold
$285,000
$107/sq ft
Feb 23, 2019
Listed
$299,999
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 11, 2010
Sold
$250,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,588 (+28.1%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2024
$1,240 (−21.4%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2023
$1,576 (+1.5%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2022
$1,553 (+9.7%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2021
$1,416
$36,800 + $251,800
$288,600
2020
$1,416 (+1.8%)
$36,800 + $251,800
$288,600
2019
$1,391 (+11.3%)
$36,800 + $251,800
$288,600
2018
$1,250
$31,400 + $251,800
$283,200
2017
$1,250
$31,400 + $251,800
$283,200
Tax history for 909 Niley Cook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,588 (+28.1%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2024
$1,240 (−21.4%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2023
$1,576 (+1.5%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2022
$1,553 (+9.7%)
$33,100 + $356,700
$389,800
2021
$1,416
$36,800 + $251,800
$288,600
2020
$1,416 (+1.8%)
$36,800 + $251,800
$288,600
2019
$1,391 (+11.3%)
$36,800 + $251,800
$288,600
2018
$1,250
$31,400 + $251,800
$283,200
2017
$1,250
$31,400 + $251,800
$283,200
*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
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,512
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
2829153538000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Assigned Spaces: 0
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
SqFt Garage: 952
Parking Features: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage Shop, Keypad Entry, RV Access/Parking, Other - See Remarks
Other Parking: Oversized gravel lot, can support RV parking
Open Parking Spaces: 6
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Spaces: 0
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Third: 0
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: Lower: 0
# of Bedrooms: Basement: 0
# of Bedrooms: Second Living Quarters: 2
# of Bedrooms: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Second Living Quarters: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Level: Upper
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Multiple Locations
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Door Features: Insulated Door(s), Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood
Roof: Aluminum
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub
Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Second Living Quarters: Exterior Not Connected,Guest House,Room w/ Private Bath,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters,Separate Utilities,Upper Level Garage
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Additional: None
Other Structures: Workshop
Zoning: R
Zoning Specification: res
Land Information
Land Included Y/N: 1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Private, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 1.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Watauga
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,512
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 2829153538000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2652
Living Area: 1700
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,700
Sq. Ft. Upper: 652
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1048
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 952
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Team Information
Buyer Team ID: TM100678
Buyer Team Mls Id: R41022
Around this home
Schools
Blowing Rock Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
6/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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
7 days above 88° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Blowing Rock, NC • 28605
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Estimated sale price
$802,000 – $970,000
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