Extensively renovated mountain retreat in prestigious Hound Ears Club! This charming cottage on a beautifully landscaped corner lot has been completely transformed with high-end upgrades inside and out. The main house offers level entry, vaulted ceilings, and two spacious living areas with cozy gas logs and a stunning stone fireplace. The fully remodeled gourmet kitchen features new cabinetry, granite countertops, a gas cooktop/oven, dishwasher, and stainless steel appliances. A luxurious primary suite includes a custom closet and a spa-like bath with an expansive tiled shower and soaking tub. New luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout, with fresh carpet in the loft — ideal for a home office. The lower-level apartment, accessed privately, is fully renovated and features a complete kitchen, living area, bedroom, and full bath — perfect for guests or rental potential. Across the charming courtyard with a fire pit and outdoor dining area, you'll find a detached garage with another guest suite below, complete with a full bath, tile shower, and mini-split HVAC. Enjoy effortless outdoor entertaining on the freshly stained deck with hard piped gas grill and new stairs. Major system upgrades include a new roof, gutters, exterior paint, Rinnai water heater, water filtration system, crawlspace encapsulation with dehumidifier, and more. Located between Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk, this gated community offers hiking trails, Grover’s Dog Park, a community garden, Watauga River access, and serene picnic areas. Full country club membership with golf, dining, and tennis is available for purchase but not required. This one-of-a-kind home blends refined mountain living, extensive renovations, and versatile guest spaces — ideal as a primary residence or luxurious second home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$404Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jay Harrill• Foscoe Realty & Development
Contact: (828) 963-7600
Bought with Jay Harrill• Foscoe Realty & Development
Views of mountains and a short golf cart ride to all amenities! Wonderful mountain cottage! Total of 2600 sq ft. Main house consists of level entry, master bedroom with his and hers bathroom suites. 2 Living areas, wet bar, kitchen, laundry area and loft for additional sleeping or home office. Everything you need is in this main part of the home plus covered outdoor living areas and a 1 car garage. A separate guest area with full kitchen, living area, bedroom and full bathroom. You walk across the courtyard to another bedroom and full bathroom. Great space for family and guests!! Courtyard has a fire pit with seating and outdoor dining space. Walkways through out the property of this large corner lot. Hound Ears Club is a gated community centrally located between Blowing Rock, Boone and Banner Elk, Location!! As a Homeowner enjoy hiking trails, community garden, Grover's Dog Park, Watauga River access, picnic & park to sit and enjoy the sounds of the rushing river or go fishing.
HCMLS #206455
Feb 28, 2019
Sold
$250,000
$107/sq ft
Apr 3, 2018
Listed
$299,000
$128/sq ft
+18
Charming mountain home located on corner lot of Oak and Balsam streets. 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom home with 2,030 square feet of living space on the main level, featuring a living/dining room with vaulted, beamed ceilings with a stone, gas-log fireplace and wet bar. Kitchen has a breakfast nook with an outside view and small deck to enjoy a cup of java in one of the High Country's cool mornings. Laundry located off of the kitchen area. Master suite comes complete with 2 full bathrooms, walk-in closet and make-up vanity. Deck with portion covered gives great opportunity to enjoy nature, moderate view through tree canopy. Additional 918 square feet of living space including a bedroom, bonus room and full bathroom on lower level, accessible from the outside. There is also a bedroom suite below the 1 car garage. Homes is being sold furnished with a few exceptions. Main level also has a loft area currently used as an office. House has many storage areas and closets. Hound Ears Club is a gated community centrally located between Blowing Rock, Boone and Banner Elk, Location!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,028 (−0.4%)
$63,500 + $456,400
$519,900
2024
$2,037
$63,500 + $456,400
$519,900
2023
$2,037 (+1.1%)
$63,500 + $462,000
$525,500
2022
$2,014 (+1.5%)
$63,500 + $462,000
$525,500
2021
$1,985
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2020
$1,985
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2019
$1,985 (+11.8%)
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2018
$1,775
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2017
$1,775 (+10.5%)
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2016
$1,606
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2015
$1,606
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2014
$1,606
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
Tax history for 137 Oak
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,028 (−0.4%)
$63,500 + $456,400
$519,900
2024
$2,037
$63,500 + $456,400
$519,900
2023
$2,037 (+1.1%)
$63,500 + $462,000
$525,500
2022
$2,014 (+1.5%)
$63,500 + $462,000
$525,500
2021
$1,985
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2020
$1,985
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2019
$1,985 (+11.8%)
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2018
$1,775
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2017
$1,775 (+10.5%)
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2016
$1,606
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2015
$1,606
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
2014
$1,606
$48,200 + $372,300
$420,500
*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
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1977
Sq. Ft.
2,758
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1899066138000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ductless
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Shake, Wood
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,754
Below Grade Finished Area: 589
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Guest House
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.36
Lot Size Area: 0.36
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,036
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $5,680
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $473.33
Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Hound Ears
Community Information
Community Features: Pool, Clubhouse, Fishing, Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,758
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 1977
County: Watauga County
APN: 1899066138000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: (828) 963-7600
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Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
8/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 88° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$900,000 – $1.09M
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