The perfect retreat, full-time residence, or investment property w/ long-range Blue Ridge & Grandfather Mountain views, resting on 6.8+ acres of wooded privacy. This FURNISHED 3BR 3.5BA lodge offers all main amenities on the walk-in level, w/ open-concept floorplan & ample outdoor living space. Short-term rentals allowed= vacation rental potential! A spacious great room w/ vaulted ceilings & stone fireplace opens to dining area & kitchen w/ high-end appliances & granite counters. Enjoy the views from the large wrap-around deck & stone patio w/ firepit. Main level features 2 suites; the primary suite shares access to sunroom/study area & features walk-in closet, large shower, & separate soaking tub. On the second level over the main part of the home, find a loft/sitting area, bedroom, bonus room or office, & full bath. A separately accessed 2nd level provides a 2nd large living room/game room w/ stone fireplace, full wet bar w/ beverage/wine cooler, & half bath. Furnished w/ Exceptions.
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
6.86 acresLot Size
$362Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jay Vincent• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vincent Properties
Contact: jay@vincentproperties.com
Bought with Jennifer McCord• Keller Williams High Country
402 Fletcher Branch- the perfect retreat, full-time residence, or investment property with long-range, layered Blue Ridge Mountain and Grandfather Mountain views, resting on 6.8+ acres of wooded privacy. This FURNISHED 3BR 3.5BA lodge (with bonus rooms and spaces) offers all the main amenities on the walk in level, with an open-concept floor plan and ample outdoor living space. Short-term rentals allowed = vacation rental potential! A spacious great room with vaulted ceilings and stone, wood-burning fireplace opens to the dining area and to the kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances & granite counters. Enjoy the spectacular mountain views from the large wrap-around deck and stone patio with fire pit. The main level features 2 suites; the spacious primary suite shares access to a sunroom/study area (off the Great Room) and features a walk-in closet, large shower, and separate soaking tub. On the second level over the main part of the home, find a loft/sitting area, bedroom, bonus room or office, & a full bath. A separately accessed 2nd level provides a 2nd large living room/game room with stone fireplace, full wet bar with beverage/wine cooler, and a half bath. Additional features: no restrictions, gentle access, new roof (2021), security system & cameras including driveway monitor, high speed fiber internet, partial house generator, covered entry, waterfall feature at entrance, yard area below patio, tiled showers, granite throughout, motorized skylights, programmable pole light on driveway, leaf guard gutters, well with house filtration system, central vac for most of home, deck updates in 2022 including pet gate, and beauty in all 4 seasons (including blueberry bushes & apple trees)! Furnished with Exceptions.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4120276
Nov 8, 2024
Sold
$1,445,000
$383/sq ft
Sep 23, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 1, 2024
Price Changed
$1,450,000
$385/sq ft
Mar 28, 2024
Listed
$1,499,000
$398/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 19, 2014
Sold
$673,000
$179/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,024 (+0.4%)
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2024
$3,012
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2023
$3,012 (+0.8%)
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2022
$2,989 (+4.1%)
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2021
$2,872
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2020
$2,872
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2019
$2,872 (+12.0%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2018
$2,564
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2017
$2,564 (+10.6%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2016
$2,317 (+22.1%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2015
$1,898 (−0.5%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2014
$1,908
$35,800 + $467,900
$503,700
Tax history for 402 Fletcher Branch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,024 (+0.4%)
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2024
$3,012
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2023
$3,012 (+0.8%)
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2022
$2,989 (+4.1%)
$39,800 + $750,600
$790,400
2021
$2,872
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2020
$2,872
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2019
$2,872 (+12.0%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2018
$2,564
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2017
$2,564 (+10.6%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2016
$2,317 (+22.1%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2015
$1,898 (−0.5%)
$33,200 + $583,100
$616,300
2014
$1,908
$35,800 + $467,900
$503,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.86 Acres
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
3,678
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1973943317000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Feb 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
SqFt Garage: 647
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Vented, Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Propane
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 16
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wet Bar
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer, Other
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log, Stone, Wood, Other - See Remarks
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Wrap Around
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Other - See Remarks
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 6.861
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2500
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Cove Creek
Middle Or Junior High School: Watauga
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Directions: From the Hwy 105 Bypass & Hwy 421 intersection in Boone, head NW on Hwy 421 toward Vilas. Continue for 3.5 mi & turn left (just before Skateworld) to continue on Hwy 321 N. Continue for 1.1 mi & veer right at fork (at Cove Creek Store) to turn on Old Hwy 421. Continue for 2.3 mi to a left on Henson Branch Rd & turn left immediately after bridge on Fletcher Branch Rd. In 0.3 mi, turn right onto driveway (see sign for #402/#404), & stay left at fork to continue to #402. Shown by Appointment Only. No Drive Bys Please.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,678
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6.86 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Watauga County
APN: 1973943317000
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 4, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3769
Living Area: 3769
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,769
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1673
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 2096
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: Two
Security Features: Security System
Around this home
Schools
Cove Creek Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
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
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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.30M – $1.57M
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