For sale

$799,000

Est. $4,865/mo —

•

1,236

sq ft

520 Briarcliff Rd, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604

About this home

Experience the charm of mountain living in this one-of-a-kind round chalet with sought-after ski-in/ski-out access on the slopes of Sugar Mountain. Just five minutes from downtown Banner Elk, this unique property offers the perfect blend of mountain adventure, convenience, and investment potential. With approximately 1,500 square feet, the home is thoughtfully designed with two separate living levels that can be rented together or independently, providing exceptional flexibility for short-term rentals or multi-generational use. Together, the property offers three bedrooms, inviting living spaces, and the cozy mountain ambiance guests and owners alike are looking for. Currently participating in a successful rental program, this property is ready to continue as an income-producing investment or become your personal mountain retreat. Recent improvements include a metal roof and hot water heater replaced in 2023 and new exterior siding in 2025. Enjoy four-season recreation just outside your door. Sugar Mountain offers skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, mountain biking, golf, tennis, hiking, and scenic chairlift rides, while the restaurants, shopping, wineries, breweries, and attractions of Banner Elk are only minutes away. Whether you’re searching for a vacation home, an investment property, or both, this distinctive Sugar Mountain chalet offers a rare opportunity in one of the High Country’s most desirable resort locations.

Single-familyProperty Type

1974Year Built

3,485 sq ftLot Size

$646Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Sarah Lyons Berry • 828 Real Estate

Contact: (828) 386-6047

Listing updated: Sep 10, 2026 at 12:08pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:HCMLS #263382

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$4,865 per month

Principal and interest$4,469

Property taxes

$216

HOA dues

Home insurance

$180

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Banner Elk Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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520 Briarcliff Rd · $799,000

Strong offer

$794K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $794K+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Gas or propane fireplace
Ductless, zoned cooling
Baseboard and electric heating

Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms

Kitchen
Electric range
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Laundry on main level
Electric water heater

Heating & cooling
Ductless, zoned cooling
Baseboard heating
Electric heating
Fireplace heating

Sale and tax history for 520 Briarcliff Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #263382

Sep 10, 2026

Price Changed

$799,000

$646/sq ft

Jul 25, 2026

Listed

$849,000

$687/sq ft

HCMLS #235214

Apr 13, 2022

Sold

$600,000

$485/sq ft

Jan 12, 2022

Listed

$675,000

$546/sq ft

+30

TAKE NOTE: SKI IN - SKI OUT HOUSE that also rents as double Unit - completely remodeled and comes fully furnished. If you are seeking an great opportunity, this property is currently a VERY active income producing rental with a proven history. Rental history located in Media. This is an exceedingly rare opportunity to buy a house which can be used as a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom unit or it can be 2b bedroom , one-bath and one bedroom, one bath.

HCMLS #221993

Jul 29, 2020

Sold

$290,000

$235/sq ft

May 23, 2020

Listed

$290,000

$235/sq ft

+20

INVESTOR'S DREAM! Spectacular SKI-IN/SKI-OUT RENOVATED Airbnb short term vacation rental property on Sugar Mtn. This amazing FRONT ROW find is rarely available, sold TURNKEY & PRICED LOW for a quick sale. Great for the savvy investor looking for one of Sugar Mountain's top performing rental properties to add to their portfolio, brings in $35k. This rustic Ski Chalet is deeded as one property but features one 1/1 and one 2/2 rental property. Both units are connected by a spiral staircase if you choose to rent out as a 3/3 for larger groups or can be rented as 2 separate rental properties. .. Ski right out your door to the slopes, PRIME SLOPESIDE LOCATION with a long, consistent rental history. With the Airbnb platform & now having Vacasa Vacation Rentals, maximize your rentals in the future. There are already rentals on the books. This well-maintained property is one of the few slopesider roundhouses with renovations, incl. newer roof, kitchen, baths, floors, deck, moisture barrier & more!

Public Records

Nov 4, 2005

Sold

$240,000

$194/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,587

$104,000 + $276,400

$380,400

2024

$2,587

$104,000 + $276,400

$380,400

2023

$2,587 (+62.2%)

$104,000 + $276,400

$380,400

2022

$1,595 (+21.9%)

$104,000 + $276,400

$380,400

2021

$1,308 (−43.0%)

$104,000 + $136,400

$240,400

2020

$2,294

$104,000 + $130,800

$234,800

2019

$2,296

$104,000 + $130,800

$234,800

2018

$2,296 (+49.3%)

$104,000 + $130,800

$234,800

2017

$1,537 (+123.8%)

$48,000 + $102,400

$150,400

2016

$687 (−16.0%)

$48,000 + $102,400

$150,400

2014

$818

$48,000 + $102,400

$150,400

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,563 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1984

Finished Sq. Ft.

800

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

800

Year built

1974

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Avery County

APN

18570758303200000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.

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 84° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Sugar Mountain, NC • 28604

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Sun exposure

81/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Sugar Mountain. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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4.4 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 520 Briarcliff Rd

$775,847

$23K under list price of $799K

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Rental earnings

Est. $1,481 per month, based on comparable rentals

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