A rare find! Homes in the Lakes Community are seldom on the market and this one is a beauty! Inviting from the moment you come through the door, this gorgeous log home boasts three bedrooms, each on its own floor so family and guests have plenty of room to spread out - and the great room, kitchen, dining, and game rooms all invite you to gather together. There is even an additional bed in the loft for more sleeping areas. The full length screened porches that look out over the lake are a wonderful place for dining, relaxing or having a lovely soak in the hot tub. The lower level has a large game/family room with a pool table as well as a bedroom, bathroom, and laundry room. The fire pit between the house and the lake completes this property that really does have it all. This home, affectionately named "The Rocky Roost" is a charming property that has been a very popular short term rental for years and generated over 70K in 2021, and the professional projection for 2022 is 65-75K. If you are looking for the perfect mountain home or investment property you have found it!
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$314Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lynne Lear• Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk
Absolutely charming log home in EXCELLENT condition offered FULLY furnished. Called 'The Rocky Roost', this home is located in the Lakes Community in Seven Devils and is the only one available. It has an excellent vacation rental history, generating $44K in 2017 and $45K in 2018! When you walk in your mood immediately improves as you take in the open design, floor to ceiling wood burning stone fireplace and comfortable furnishings. The open kitchen has stainless appliances less than two years old. The large screened porch runs the length of the home and offers a wonderful area for eating, sitting and relaxing. There is a bedroom and bathroom on all three levels of the home, allowing friends and family to spread out. Upstairs is a loft area with an additional bed. Downstairs is a large family room with a newly felted pool table, laundry room and deck with hot tub in addition to the bed and bath. Out back is a great firepit. This great property is located in Seven Devils, which is centrally located to all the High Country has to offer. In Seven Devils is a zipline, snow tubing, hiking trails and tennis and pickle ball courts. This home has it all!
HCMLS #39201074
Nov 28, 2016
Sold
$306,000
$147/sq ft
Apr 19, 2016
Listed
$339,900
$163/sq ft
+17
Log Cabin Gem is in perfect condition and offered with the fine furnishings (some exceptions). Main level walk-in with no steps, a real plus! The buyer will benefit from the owners artfully decorating over the years. Warm and welcoming great room with impressive stone fireplace. Casual mountain living with the open kitchen to the dining & great room. Main level screened porch has a swing and full size bed for a sleeping porch. Upstairs semi-open loft with a separate bath. Lower level has the recreation room, bedroom, full bath, full size laundry area (Rinnai hot water heater) and porch with big hot tub. A few steps down to the fire pit area. The lake is part of the community clubhouse which membership is available. There is another lake that is accessible for catch and release. The cabin has done well in a vacation rental program . The Lakes in Seven Devils is a destination- cool breezes in the summer and winter visitors enjoy nearby tubing.
Public Records
Sep 17, 2007
Sold
$360,000
$173/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 2006
Sold
$345,000
$166/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,688 (−54.9%)
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2024
$3,739
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2023
$3,739 (+0.6%)
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2022
$3,716 (+46.8%)
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2021
$2,530
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2020
$2,530
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2019
$2,530 (+5.6%)
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2018
$2,396
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2017
$2,396 (+160.5%)
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2016
$920
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2015
$920
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2014
$920
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
Tax history for 279 Streamside Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,688 (−54.9%)
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2024
$3,739
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2023
$3,739 (+0.6%)
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2022
$3,716 (+46.8%)
$22,400 + $439,000
$461,400
2021
$2,530
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2020
$2,530
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2019
$2,530 (+5.6%)
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2018
$2,396
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2017
$2,396 (+160.5%)
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2016
$920
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2015
$920
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
2014
$920
$22,400 + $246,000
$268,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,160
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1878682345000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, No Garage, Private
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,216
Below Grade Finished Area: 868
Levels: Three Or More
# of Stories Total: 3
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Log
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges
Has View
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
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: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 0.15
Lot Size Area: 0.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,530.49
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $550
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $45.83
Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Lakes Community
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Lake, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,160
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1878682345000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
Around this home
Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.7mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$622,000 – $752,000
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