Nestled in the peaceful woods of Powder Horn Mountain, The Mossy Antler is a charming A-Frame mountain retreat offering beautiful open views and multiple outdoor living spaces. Several decks and porches provide the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the natural surroundings, complete with an outdoor fire pit and grilling area. Inside, the home features 2 bedrooms (per septic permit) , a loft sleeping area, a basement bunk room, and 3 full bathrooms, with a flexible layout designed for comfortable mountain living. The main level offers an open living area with sweeping views, a wood-burning fireplace, dining space, and a fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances. A second living area on the lower level also with a wood burning fireplace as well as an enclosed bunk room and 3rd bathroom provides additional space for recreation or guests and opens to another deck. The home has high-speed fiber internet through skyline skybest, ample storage, and a beautiful outdoor firepit making it ideal as a primary residence, mountain getaway, or investment property. Located within the Powder Horn Mountain community, owners enjoy access to amenities including a community pool, clubhouse, fitness center, hiking trails, paddle boats, tennis courts, disc golf, and more. The community also borders Elk Creek, a state-stocked trout stream. Conveniently located about 25 minutes to Boone and 40 minutes to Blowing Rock and Banner Elk, this property offers easy access to skiing, the Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking, and all the outdoor recreation the High Country is known for. POA dues are $1,988 per year.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
$329Price/Sq.Ft.
$166/moHOA Dues
Listed by Susan Chaney• EXP Realty LLC
Contact: (980) 253-4851
Bought with Steve Wyatt• Keller Williams High Country
Est. $3,146 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 251 Deer Run Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HCMLS #260223
Apr 14, 2026
Sold
$530,000
$329/sq ft
Mar 4, 2026
Listed
—
Mar 3, 2026
Listed
$530,000
$329/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 27, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$155/sq ft
HCMLS #222324
Jul 27, 2020
Sold
$265,000
$165/sq ft
Jun 9, 2020
Listed
$250,000
$155/sq ft
+17
WHOA - Check out the monster views on this 3 bedroom plus loft, 3 full bath fully furnished mountain chalet in the gated community of Powder Horn Mountain. 1.1 acres of luxury! New Roof and new Central Heat and Air, PLUS 2 (Two) wood-burning fireplaces, one on main level one in basement. Hardwood Floors, stainless appliances, new solid hardwood doors, casement windows, one level living with 2 bedrooms on the main level, kitchen, and laundry. King bed in Loft, bunk beds on both main level rooms and queen in basement level bedroom. Full Bath on each level! Wrap around decks on two levels. Fire pit for joining friends and family. This one is stunner and located in Powder Horn, POA fees cover road maintenance, gated entry, swimming pool, tennis court, chapel, playground, fitness center, clubhouse, campground, hiking trails, three ponds, and trash pickup. Internet is satellite internet, and Direct TV.
HCMLS #195867
Aug 25, 2016
Sold
$170,000
$106/sq ft
Feb 7, 2016
Listed
$195,000
$121/sq ft
+14
Long Range Mountain Views in Powder Horn. Wrap Around Decks, Renovated main floor and loft with new hardwood floors, T & G ceilings, all new fixtures, new curved panel hardwood doors, all new hardware, new exterior doors and windows, wood burning fireplaces on main level and basement. THREE bedroom house with sleeping loft. Three full baths. Basement level complete with third full bedroom and bath as well as over 500 sq feet of living room flex space. Seller is in the process of expanding septic to 3 bedroom as well as replacing all ceilings in basement with T & G drop ceilings, and all new laminate hardwood floors. SEE ATTACHMENTS/Pictures and visuals of what that will look like. New stainless steel appliances and most all furnishings will remain! House can be used as a vacation rental. Propane Gas furnace central ductwork, window A/C. Two story greatroom with floor to ceiling windows and exquisite views. Powder Horn is a gated community POA dues of $1462 per year which includes full time maintenance, and security, amenities galore including pool, club house, game rooms, fitness center and more
Public Records
Mar 24, 2014
Sold
$119,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,206 (+1.0%)
$19,400 + $251,400
$270,800
2024
$1,194
$19,400 + $251,400
$270,800
2023
$1,194 (+2.0%)
$19,400 + $251,400
$270,800
2022
$1,171 (+48.0%)
$19,400 + $251,400
$270,800
2021
$792
$20,000 + $125,800
$145,800
2020
$792
$20,000 + $125,800
$145,800
2019
$792 (+10.1%)
$20,000 + $125,800
$145,800
2018
$719 (+3.1%)
$20,000 + $125,800
$145,800
2017
$697
$15,000 + $125,800
$140,800
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.1 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
2859725195000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Patio And Porch Features: Wrap Around
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 962
Below Grade Finished Area: 648
Levels: Three Or More
# of Stories Total: 3
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Pond
Has View
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: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 1.1
Lot Size Area: 1.1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.1
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,206.32
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: 220 Volts
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $1,988
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $165.67
Schools Information
Elementary School: Parkway
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Powder Horn
Community Information
Community Features: Pool, Fitness Center, Fishing, Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,440
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 2859725195000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: (980) 253-4851
Around this home
Schools
Parkway Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
8/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Deep Gap, NC • 28618
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Estimated sale price
$513,000 – $621,000
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