Welcome to the Lynn Hill Mountain Retreat, a hidden gem perched at approximately 3700 feet in elevation at the end of a quiet road. With 2,951 square feet of living space nestled on 4.44 secluded acres, this exceptional mountain property offers sweeping, unobstructed views of Grandfather Mountain and the iconic Blue Ridge layers. Though it feels a world away, you’re only five to ten minutes from Downtown Boone, Appalachian State University, and all the amenities, attractions, and adventure The High Country is known for. This property is a rare opportunity for income generation, multi-generational living, or creating your dream mountain retreat. There are no HOA or zoning restrictions, so you're free to pursue short-, mid-, or long-term rental income without limitations. With two completely independent living units, including a spacious 977-square-foot guest studio, the property easily supports both personal use and investment goals. The main cabin features four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Its thoughtful layout places the primary suite, kitchen, living area, guest bedroom, and laundry all on the first floor for easy, convenient living. The guest studio offers endless versatility—imagine a private suite for guests or tenants, an art or yoga studio, or even a nostalgic mountain dance hall. With a permitted six-bedroom septic system, the space could also be reconfigured into a fully functional two-bedroom apartment. The land is rich with natural beauty, including a spring-fed pond, open pasture ideal for horses, and a sunny space ready for your garden. Lynn Hill is more than a home—it's a peaceful mountain sanctuary with unmatched potential for living, investment, and connection to nature.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
4.44 acresLot Size
$437Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Scott Warren• Boone Realty
Contact: 828-264-5267
Bought with Barbara Linnville• Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Log home with a long range mountain view of Grandfather Mountain. The interior has the rustic log cabin feel with fine features like custom cabinets in the kitchen, master suite with jetted tub, separate shower, and double vanity, first floor laundry room, and a first floor bonus room that can be an additional bedroom, den, or study. There are two bedrooms upstairs and another full bath. A stone chimney and flue is ready for the wood stove. A large mud room off the kitchen entrance has storage shelves and allows plenty of room for muddy shoes, skis, fishing rods, and jackets. This property is an outdoor lovers playground. The 4.43 unrestricted acres has a pasture for the horses, an outbuilding for the chickens, goats, and other small farm animals, a rushing creek, and small pond. The detached garage has two garage bays on the 1st level with an unfinished room above for a workshop or apartment. Grow your vegetables and flowers in the raised beds. Enter on the paved drive lined with apple and pear trees and arrive at your private mountain retreat. Great views, no close neighbors, and abundant nature only 3 miles from downtown Boone! Easy access to ASU, shopping, and restaurants.
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Public record
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APN
1991-85-6346-000
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Last updated by owner on Nov 23, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,974
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Log, Frame
Property Features
Has View
Horses Allowed
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: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 4.44
Lot Size Area: 4.44
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 4.44
Additional Parcels Description: 1991-85-5590-000
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,156.98
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Cove Creek
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Watauga County
APN: 1991-85-6346-000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 23, 2025
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: 828-264-5267
Around this home
Schools
Cove Creek Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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 87° expected this year, 21 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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Boone, NC • 28607
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Good sunlight
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Estimated sale price
$821,000 – $993,000
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