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278 Birch, Boone, NC 28607
About this home
This is a true mountain chalet home with recent updates nestled among native landscaping and huge boulders. Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large family/game room on lower level, multiple front decks and back yard deck for entertaining and outdoor grilling. The kitchen has a skylight, and both kitchen and bathrooms have granite countertops. There are numerous large windows, cathedral ceilings, double sided stone gas fireplace, wet bar, and double car garage. The property is located within a quiet setting, yet easy access to all club amenities. The outside has recently been painted, roof replaced in 2003, and radon mitigation system installed. This home is offered furnished with a few exceptions. * Located within HOUND EARS CLUB - a gated community offering golf, tennis, swimming pool complex, fitness center, hiking trails, fishing streams, dog park, and fine/casing dining. There are many activities available to residents and members throughout the year. The location is prime with easy access to Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk.
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Sale history for 278 Birch
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$111/sq ft
Tax history for 278 Birch
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking/Garage Information
- Has Garage
- # of Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Paved, Driveway, Garage, Private
Interior
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- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 3
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Other, See Remarks
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: High Speed Internet
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace Features: Stone, Propane
- Room Information
- Has Basement
- Basement Details: Finished
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Roof: Shake, Wood
- Pool Information
- Pool Features: Community
- Building Information
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1,619
- Below Grade Finished Area: 1,049
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
- Property Features
- On Waterfront
- Waterfront Features: Pond
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Wooded
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Frontage Type: Private Road
- Lot Size : 0.32
- Lot Size Area: 0.32
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Acres: 0.32
- Zoning Description: Deed Restrictions,Residential,Subdivision
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,730
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: Cable Available
Location
- HOA Information
- Has Homeowners Association
- Association Fee: $862.50
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $287.50
- Schools Information
- Elementary School: Valle Crucis
- Location Information
- Subdivision Name: Hound Ears
- Community Information
- Community Features: Pool, Clubhouse, Golf, Gated, Lake, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 3.0
- Sq. Ft.: 2,896
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 0.35 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1984
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Watauga County
- APN: 1899073371000
Other
- Listing Information
- List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8 days above 88° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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