Welcome to Sasquatch Cabin! This tranquil riverfront retreat is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains. A charming riverfront 1-bedroom+ loft (both queen beds) 1 bathroom home. Rare New River frontage and privacy make this property one of a kind. Should you decide to venture beyond the peaceful confines of the cabin, downtown West Jefferson offers a delightful escape with local BBQ, brews, and boutiques. Outside, enjoy beautiful scenic river and mountain views, and relax by the fire pit or take a leisurely float down the river! Please no drive by's due to the home being on a short term rental program. Furnishings negotiable. $225 due annually for road maintenance fee.
Welcome to Sasquatch Cabin! This tranquil riverfront retreat is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains. A charming riverfront 1-bedroom+ loft (both queen beds) 1 bathroom home. Rare New River frontage and privacy make this property one of a kind. Should you decide to venture beyond the peaceful confines of the cabin, downtown West Jefferson offers a delightful escape with local BBQ, brews, and boutiques. Outside, enjoy beautiful scenic river and mountain views, and relax by the fire pit or take a leisurely float down the river! Please no drive by's due to the home being on a short term rental program. Furnishings negotiable.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4135608
May 30, 2024
Sold
$315,000
$573/sq ft
May 5, 2024
Contingent
—
May 3, 2024
Listed
$319,900
$582/sq ft
May 2, 2024
Coming Soon
$319,900
$582/sq ft
Triad MLS #1140794
May 30, 2024
Sold
$315,000
$573/sq ft
May 5, 2024
Pending
—
May 3, 2024
Listed
$319,900
$582/sq ft
Apr 29, 2024
Coming Soon
$319,900
$582/sq ft
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Welcome to Sasquatch Cabin! This tranquil riverfront retreat is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains. A charming riverfront 1-bedroom+ loft (both queen beds) 1 bathroom home. Rare New River frontage and privacy make this property one of a kind. Should you decide to venture beyond the peaceful confines of the cabin, downtown West Jefferson offers a delightful escape with local BBQ, brews, and boutiques. Outside, enjoy beautiful scenic river and mountain views, and relax by the fire pit or take a leisurely float down the river! Please no drive by's due to the home being on a short term rental program. Furnishings negotiable. Road maintenance fee is $225 annually.
HCMLS #234505
Dec 17, 2021
Sold
$225,000
$409/sq ft
Nov 16, 2021
Listed
$210,000
$382/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 27, 2009
Sold
$144,000
$262/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$845 (+8.3%)
$50,000 + $111,200
$161,200
2024
$780
$50,000 + $111,200
$161,200
2023
$780 (+3.2%)
$50,000 + $111,200
$161,200
2022
$756
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2021
$756 (+11.0%)
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2020
$681 (+4.3%)
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2019
$653
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2018
$653
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2017
$653 (+1.8%)
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2016
$641
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2015
$641 (−3.6%)
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2014
$665
$60,000 + $68,300
$128,300
2013
$665
$60,000 + $68,300
$128,300
Tax history for 355 Ellis Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$845 (+8.3%)
$50,000 + $111,200
$161,200
2024
$780
$50,000 + $111,200
$161,200
2023
$780 (+3.2%)
$50,000 + $111,200
$161,200
2022
$756
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2021
$756 (+11.0%)
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2020
$681 (+4.3%)
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2019
$653
$50,000 + $62,200
$112,200
2018
$653
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2017
$653 (+1.8%)
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2016
$641
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2015
$641 (−3.6%)
$50,000 + $63,600
$113,600
2014
$665
$60,000 + $68,300
$128,300
2013
$665
$60,000 + $68,300
$128,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
640
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ashe County
APN
15314111004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 13, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Other - See Remarks
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric
Cooling Information: Electric
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: res
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.48
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel
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: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From the intersection of 221 and 163 take a right on 163 and go 4-5 miles to a right on Hartzog Ford Rd. Follow along the river, stay straight on Ellis. Stay left until you see the driveway and sign on your left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 640
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Ashe County
APN: 15314111004
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 13, 2025
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 550
Living Area: 550
Above Grade Finished Area: 550
Sq. Ft. Upper: 108
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 442
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Westwood Elementary
Public K-6 • Assigned • 5.8mi
8/10
Ashe County Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 11.4mi
10/10
Ashe County High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 74-82% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Jefferson, NC • 28694
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$314,000 – $380,000
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