OPEN HOUSE AUG 1 & 2 1-4pm. Perched at 3,900 feet in the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Grandview Cottage is a refined mountain retreat offering breathtaking, expansive long-range views, including iconic Grandfather Mountain, and a rare sense of privacy. Thoughtfully designed for both comfort and versatility, each of the home’s three levels lives as its own private sanctuary, featuring a bedroom, full bath, and dedicated living space, ideal for hosting guests, multi-generational living or a sophisticated rental opportunity. The main level features an inviting owner’s retreat complete with a luxury bath, while a beautifully remodeled kitchen (2024) anchors the home with elevated style and functionality. Quartzite countertops are featured in both the kitchen and primary bath. Custom features enhance the interior, blending timeless mountain character with modern refinement. Walls of windows frame layered mountain vistas, while expansive open and covered wrap-around decks on each level creates seamless indoor-outdoor living, perfectly positioned to capture unforgettable sunset views. A cozy fire pit offers an intimate setting for relaxed evenings. Ideally situated just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, the home is perfectly positioned for convenience, only 15 minutes to downtown Blowing Rock and 15 minutes to Boone. Enjoy easy access to fine dining, boutique shopping and endless outdoor recreation, all while retreating to your own private mountain haven. High end luxury furnishings are included in the purchase price. The HVAC system and washer and dryer was installed in 2024. An EV charging station is installed for your convenience. The Grandview Cottage is where elevated views, thoughtful design and timeless mountain living come together.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$482Price/Sq.Ft.
$50/moHOA Dues
Listed by Barbara Linnville• Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Located just off The Blue Ridge Parkway, approximately 10 minutes to downtown Blowing Rock or Boone (with multiple routes to either). Absolutely immaculate, like new, 3BR/3.5BA home with multiple wrap-around decks from which to enjoy the fantastic, long range, layered 180 degree views. Beautifully landscaped with low-maintenance in mind including beautiful rock garden. Great Room with vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, hardwood floors, fireplace and plentiful windows. Open floorplan flows into the kitchen and dining areas. Custom kitchen boasts beautiful dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and spectacular granite countertops. One bedroom on each of the three levels of the home, each with its own full bathroom (Master Suite is on the main level ) Huge loft area overlooks the Great Room and boasts enormous windows to take in the views. Lower level features a large family room with second fireplace as well as the third bedroom and a bath. Deck access from multiple rooms makes enjoying the views and outdoor living a pleasure. Storage shed with electricity. Furniture negotiable.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,468 (+24.7%)
$46,200 + $576,400
$622,600
2024
$1,980 (−19.4%)
$46,200 + $576,400
$622,600
2023
$2,456 (+0.9%)
$46,200 + $576,400
$622,600
2022
$2,433 (+24.3%)
$46,200 + $576,400
$622,600
2019
$1,958 (+11.6%)
$38,500 + $367,100
$405,600
2018
$1,755
$38,500 + $367,100
$405,600
2017
$1,755 (+10.2%)
$38,500 + $367,100
$405,600
2016
$1,592 (+2.6%)
$38,500 + $367,100
$405,600
2015
$1,552
$38,500 + $367,100
$405,600
2014
$1,552
$38,500 + $367,100
$405,600
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,908
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,908
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
2838194966000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
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
5 days above 88° expected this year, 14 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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Historical weather
Boone, NC • 28607
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
63/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
3.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1252 Grandview Drive Ext
$1,319,358
$76K under list price of $1.40M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $650K to $2.0M.