Peaceful cottage only 20 mins from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Centrally located between Boone (30 min), Wilkesboro/Kerr Scott Lake/Wilkesboro Dragway (35 mins) & Lenoir (35 mins). Gorgeous hardwood floors refinished in March of 2023, pine kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, and gas range. Attic is floored and has a light for additional storage. New tall heavy duty fence surrounding back yard and carport/storage shed great for children or pet to enjoy the large flat back yard. Multiple decks and screened in covered porch to enjoy your mountain view. Would make a wonderful mountain retreat or vacation rental. Only 7 minutes to Buffalo Mercantile Company and café where you can grab supplies or a bite to eat.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
1.99 acresLot Size
$229Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jennifer Denny• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone
Highest and best offer by Monday afternoon 12.5.22! Quaint and peaceful mountain cottage tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains on 1.99 acres with a carport and workshop. This spacious, two bedroom two bath classic Appalachian cottage sits perched on a hilltop surrounded by a flat usable yard. Beautiful pine kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, professional gas range, premium appliances, new paint, and hardwood floors throughout. Two large bathrooms with a spa bathtub and large tiled shower. Ample front and back decks with a screened in porch for outdoor mountain living and a bright fresh place to enjoy the woods and valleys around. This is a perfect obtainable retreat in the midst of peaceful mountain solitude. This home would make a great getaway or rental and is unrestricted, so its well suited as a short-term rental as well! Need something for your home or a great meal at Lenoir’s #1 restaurant…. Only a 7 minute ride to the historic Buffalo Mercantile Company and Cafe, 25 minutes to Blowing Rock, 30 minutes to Boone and 35 minutes to Lenoir. Don’t miss out on this move-in ready cottage! Schedule your showing today!
Public Records
Jan 31, 2023
Sold
$210,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 29, 2006
Sold
$25,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,077 (+63.1%)
$23,350 + $200,400
$223,750
2024
$660 (+1.5%)
$23,350 + $200,400
$223,750
2023
$650
$18,710 + $69,490
$88,200
2022
$650
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2021
$650 (−1.5%)
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2020
$660
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2019
$660 (+2.1%)
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2018
$647 (−1.5%)
$20,960 + $64,300
$85,260
2017
$657
$20,960 + $64,300
$85,260
2016
$656
$20,960 + $64,300
$85,260
Tax history for 1198 Sampson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,077 (+63.1%)
$23,350 + $200,400
$223,750
2024
$660 (+1.5%)
$23,350 + $200,400
$223,750
2023
$650
$18,710 + $69,490
$88,200
2022
$650
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2021
$650 (−1.5%)
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2020
$660
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2019
$660 (+2.1%)
$18,710 + $68,180
$86,890
2018
$647 (−1.5%)
$20,960 + $64,300
$85,260
2017
$657
$20,960 + $64,300
$85,260
2016
$656
$20,960 + $64,300
$85,260
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.99 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,189
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wilkes County
APN
0701222
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Asphalt, Carport, Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Heating: None, Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Other
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Screened
Fencing: Fenced, Partial
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,192
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Outbuilding, 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: Gravel, Other, Paved, See Remarks
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 1.99
Lot Size Area: 1.99
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.99
Zoning Description: R1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $660.36
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Blue Ridge
Middle Or Junior School: Central Wilkes
High School: Wilkes Central
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,189
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Wilkes County
APN: 0701222
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: 828-278-8337
Around this home
Schools
Boomer-Ferguson Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 12.9mi
5/10
Central Wilkes Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 19.8mi
4/10
Wilkes Central High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 19.6mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$260,000 – $315,000
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