Welcome to your own peaceful retreat in the countryside! Set on almost 7 acres of beautiful, gently rolling land, this low-maintenance mountain property offers privacy, tranquility, and stunning mountain views. Mature trees surround the home, while creeks border two sides of the property, creating a serene setting where you can relax on either of the two covered porches, watch wildlife, and enjoy the changing seasons. The land offers plenty of room to explore, with a walking path just behind the house and a large, level area that could become an incredible garden, outdoor gathering space, or whatever your mountain lifestyle requires. The home is being offered mostly furnished, making it an easy opportunity to settle in and start enjoying immediately. Inside, the upper level features two bedrooms and two full baths, along with abundant storage and wonderful natural light. The lower level offers an impressive oversized garage and workshop, plus a dedicated office space and a third full bath. This additional finished/functional area is not included in the home's overall square footage, offering exceptional flexibility for hobbies, projects, storage, or workspace. It is heated with a monitor wall heater. Additional features include a whole-house generator, Z-Wave Home automation system, shed, carport, and plenty of usable land. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a peaceful mountain getaway, or a property with room to garden, work, and enjoy the outdoors, this special setting offers the space, privacy, and simplicity you've been looking for.
Enjoy the beautiful Bethel countryside from this immaculate 2BR/3BA, 2688sq. ft. home on 6.8 acres. Home offers central heat/ac, fiber optic services, oak floors throughout, metal roof, lots of natural light, one-level living, and more! Main level of home features an open living, kitchen and dining area with walk-in pantry along with 2 Bedroom suites with walk-in closets and laundry area. The heated lower level of home offers great potential for expansion with a full bath already in place. Exterior of home offers easy access, southern exposure, good mountain and pastoral views, Generac generator, detached carport, storage shed, and 2 covered decks which have been updated with composite Trex decking for outdoor entertainment. Acreage surrounding home offers adequate space for gardening, livestock, and additional building sites. Located less than 30 minutes to Boone, AppState and many nearby High Country attractions! Adjoining 7+ Acres, pasture and two barns also available, see MLS#241014.
TVRMLS #1
Jan 24, 2023
Price Changed
$469,900
$350/sq ft
Dec 8, 2022
Price Changed
$479,900
$357/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$861 (+1.4%)
$49,000 + $153,800
$202,800
2024
$849
$49,000 + $153,800
$202,800
2023
$849 (+2.8%)
$49,000 + $153,800
$202,800
2022
$826 (−16.7%)
$49,000 + $153,800
$202,800
2019
$992 (+11.3%)
$43,200 + $158,200
$201,400
2017
$892 (+12.4%)
$43,200 + $158,200
$201,400
2016
$793
$43,200 + $158,200
$201,400
2015
$793
$43,200 + $153,300
$196,500
2014
$793
$43,200 + $153,300
$196,500
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.8 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,344
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1964092751000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Vilas, NC • 28692
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Vilas. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 193 Roby Cornett Rd
$465,078
$9,922 under list price of $475K
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