Incredible mountain estate styled to reflect the highlands heritage of the NC High Country. The home sits at the top of the 25+ acres, while a large creek and the Watauga river form part of the lower boundary. The impressive great room has soaring ceilings and windows and a huge stone fireplace. French doors open to a deck and waterfall. On the other side is a large outdoor room. There is a large kitchen, a formal dining area and breakfast area. A den sits off the kitchen and there is a large office area off the entry. Upstairs is the master with newly remodeled bath as well as two large bedrooms and a guest bath. The lower level offers a huge living area. There is a sleeping room downstairs as well as a library that doubles as a sleeping room. Outdoor living space abounds, with covered sitting areas downstairs and a huge stone patio behind the home. The acreage offers ATV trails, a small waterfall, trout fishing, and more. Centrally located to Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
25.76 acresLot Size
$337Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Leslie Eason• High Country Business Center LLC
Incredible mountain estate styled to reflect the highlands heritage of the NC High Country--with river and creek frontage. The home sits at the top of the 25+ acres, with large creek and Watuaga River below. A grand two story foyer welcomes you. The impressive great room has soaring ceilings and windows and a huge stone fireplace. French doors open to a deck and waterfall beyond. On the other side is a large outdoor room to sit among nature. The large kitchen will support any cook's needs. There is a formal dining area and breakfast area. A den sits off the kitchen and there is a large office area off the entry. Upstairs is the master with newly remodeled bath as well as two large bedrooms and a guest bath. The lower level offers a huge living area with pool table area. There is a sleeping room downstairs as well as a library that doubles as a sleeping room. Outdoor living space abounds, with covered sitting areas downstairs and a huge stone patio behind the home. The acreage offers ATV trails, a small waterfall, trout fishing, and many areas to explore. Centrally located to Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk, with skiing, fishing, hiking, shopping and dining! See the video!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,306 (+19.9%)
$111,400 + $755,600
$867,000
2024
$2,757 (−15.7%)
$111,400 + $755,600
$867,000
2022
$3,271 (−52.9%)
$111,400 + $755,600
$867,000
2021
$6,950
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2020
$6,950
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2019
$6,950 (+33.3%)
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2018
$5,214
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2017
$5,214 (+10.8%)
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
2016
$4,704
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
2015
$4,704
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
2014
$4,704
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
Tax history for 838 Church Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,306 (+19.9%)
$111,400 + $755,600
$867,000
2024
$2,757 (−15.7%)
$111,400 + $755,600
$867,000
2022
$3,271 (−52.9%)
$111,400 + $755,600
$867,000
2021
$6,950
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2020
$6,950
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2019
$6,950 (+33.3%)
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2018
$5,214
$67,500 + $1,449,000
$1,516,500
2017
$5,214 (+10.8%)
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
2016
$4,704
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
2015
$4,704
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
2014
$4,704
$67,500 + $1,206,500
$1,274,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Room Type: Bathroom 1, Den, Dining Area, Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Office, Sunroom, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 4, Bonus Room, Family Room, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Bedroom 3
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Trash Compactor, Wall Oven, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, See Remarks
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: See Remarks
Exterior Features
Porch: Covered,Other
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Long Range View, Mountain View
Lot Size Area: 25.76
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Gas
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Directions: From Boone, travel Hwy. 105 to Foscoe; turn left on Church Rd; travel 1/2 mile, turn right in between two mailboxes #836 and #838. Cross bridge over creek, veer to right through gate. Follow private paved driveway 1/3 mile to end.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 6,401
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1888166121000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 6408
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,020
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1618
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 2770
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 365
Building Area Total: 6408
Foundation Details: Basement, Basement Fully Finished
Structure Type: 3 Story
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Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 8.2mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
8/10
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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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7 days above 88° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.05M – $2.48M
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