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853 Russ Cornett Rd, Boone, NC 28607
About this home
Charming mountain cabin on Winklers Creek, nestled in the woods yet only a few minutes to town and ASU. Privately situated amongst mature rhododendron, this is the quintessential mountain getaway cabin. Enjoy the relaxing sounds of the water from your covered front porch. Take steps down to the peaceful sitting area on the creek among ancient boulders. The cozy interior features artistic use of natural wood, an open concept floorplan, high ceilings, a spacious loft, and a wood burning fireplace. The attractive stone fireplace is equipped with an authentic forged iron fireplace crane as used in Colonial American fireplaces. With the new septic system in place as well as other recent improvements, this delightful cabin in an enchanting mountain setting is now ready to be loved and enjoyed.
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Sale history for 853 Russ Cornett Rd
$172/sq ft
$181/sq ft
$165/sq ft
Tax history for 853 Russ Cornett Rd
*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
- Parking Features: Gravel, No Garage, Shared Driveway
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 1
- Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: None
- Has Heating
- Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Oil
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
- Window Features: Storm Window(s)
- Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Has Fireplace
- Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood Burning
- Room Information
- Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered
- Fencing: Fenced, Partial
- Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
- Building Information
- Above Grade Finished Area: 909
- Levels: Two
- # of Stories Total: 2
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
- Property Features
- Waterfront Features: Creek, Stream
- Has View
- 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: Public Maintained Road
- Lot Size : 1
- Lot Size Area: 1
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Acres: 1
- Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $581
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Private, Well
- Utilities: Cable Available
Location
- Schools Information
- Elementary School: Blowing Rock
- High School: Watauga
- Location Information
- Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq. Ft.: 792
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 1 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1954
- Year Renovated: 1974
- County: Watauga County
- APN: 2900409615000
Other
- Listing Information
- List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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
7 days above 88° expected this year, 21 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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