Foscoe Riverfront cottage on a gently sloping lot with marvelous rock outcroppings and 190+/- feet of Watauga River frontage. Fish from your backyard at an amazing fishing hole. Every day is a new adventure watching the otters play, Canadian geese with their goslings, exploring rocks along the rivers edge and rock climbing for the kiddos. Level entry through the sunroom into the awesome great room with river views and 9 1/2 foot tongue and groove ceilings. Freshly painted inside, updated baths, kitchen appliances replaced 2020, new metal roof 2018. 2 very spacious bedrooms and 1 smaller. Large deck overlooking the river is a favorite spot to watch the wildlife or star gaze. Riverside fire pit with huge rocks, and fenced area for pets. Two storage buildings. The cottage is very convenient to Banner Elk, Boone, Blowing Rock, Ski areas, Blue Ridge Parkway is 5 minutes away. The cottage has not been in a rental program but would make an excellent vacation rental. Seller is listing agent.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.67 acresLot Size
$337Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Pam King• Realty One Group Results-Boone
Owner will consider financing this riverfront cottage on the Watauga River in Foscoe with very easy access off Hwy. 105. Open deck, covered entry porch, lovely flat yard, mature trees and rock outcrops. Enjoy the river from the side deck or wander a little farther down to the fire pit and chair overlooking the water. 3BR/2BA on one level, convenient location and over 200 feet of river frontage. Ten foot ceilings, jetted tub, gas log fireplace, lots of closets. All appliances (range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer) about 2 years old. Central Heat Pump/AC and water heater installed in 2012. This property would make a great home, long-term rental, or short-term rental.
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Last updated by owner on Nov 23, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, No Garage, Private
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Propane
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,500
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Front
Has View
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Shed(s)
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: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 0.67
Lot Size Area: 0.67
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.67
Zoning Description: Other-See Remarks
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $630
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
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County: Watauga County
APN: 1888-27-4006-000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 23, 2025
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Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 7.9mi
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Watauga High
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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8 days above 88° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$481,000 – $582,000
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