Gorgeous cabin with over 38 acres and 1,168 feet of frontage on the bold Elk River is being offered turn key and ready to enjoy all of your mountain dreams or continue as a powerhouse rental! Property extends from the gorgeous water all the way to the top of the ridge for total privacy and the potential for additional homesites with some driveway and grading already done. Home has averaged roughly $75K per year as a STR or would be the perfect family retreat! Located exactly 30 minutes from area ski resorts and 12 minutes from Watauga Lake, nearby outdoor adventures await all year round! Easy paved access all the way to the home with wrap around decks on each level to enjoy the cool summer breezes and sounds of the river below. Inside you will be awestruck by the soaring ceilings on the main level and the wall of windows inviting in the breathtaking mountain views. Totally open floorplan with the kitchen, dining, and living area accentuated by a stone fireplace on the main. Two beds and full bath upstairs with game room, additional living area, steam room, and master suite downstairs with tile shower and jetted tub. Take time to explore the virtual tour and come see!
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
38.68 acresLot Size
$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Joel Farthing• Boone Real Estate
Bought with The Colin & Carly Group Johnson• KW Johnson City
Gorgeous cabin with over 38 acres and 1,168 feet of frontage on the bold Elk River is being offered turn key and ready to enjoy all of your mountain dreams or continue as a powerhouse rental! Property extends from the gorgeous water all the way to the top of the ridge for total privacy and the potential for additional homesites with some driveway and grading already done. Home has averaged roughly $75K per year as a STR or would be the perfect family retreat! Located exactly 30 minutes from area ski resorts and 12 minutes from Watauga Lake, nearby outdoor adventures await all year round! Easy paved access all the way to the home with wrap around decks on each level to enjoy the cool summer breezes and sounds of the river below. Inside you will be awestruck by the soaring ceilings on the main level and the wall of windows inviting in the breathtaking mountain views. Totally open floorplan with the kitchen, dining, and living area accentuated by a stone fireplace on the main. Two beds and full bath upstairs with game room, additional living area, steam room, and master suite downstairs with tile shower and jetted tub. Take time to explore the virtual tour and come see!
TVRMLS #9948825
May 5, 2023
Sold
$789,000
$275/sq ft
Mar 23, 2023
Contingent
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Mar 15, 2023
Relisted
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Mar 6, 2023
Contingent
—
Mar 2, 2023
Listed
$789,900
$275/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 27, 2012
Sold
$180,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,163
2024
$2,163
2023
$2,163 (+7.4%)
2022
$2,014
2021
$2,014 (−2.0%)
2020
$2,056
2019
$2,056
2018
$2,056
2017
$2,056 (+0.8%)
2016
$2,039 (−7.6%)
2015
$2,206
2014
$2,206
Tax history for 502 Poga Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,163
2024
$2,163
2023
$2,163 (+7.4%)
2022
$2,014
2021
$2,014 (−2.0%)
2020
$2,056
2019
$2,056
2018
$2,056
2017
$2,056 (+0.8%)
2016
$2,039 (−7.6%)
2015
$2,206
2014
$2,206
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.32 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Sq. Ft.
2,985
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Carter County
APN
070 09801 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Asphalt
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Features: Basement, Den, Gas Log, Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 12
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Structure Type: House
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,148
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Front
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront
Lot Size Dimensions: See acres
Lot Size Area: 38.68
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 38.68
Zoning Description: None
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Sauna
Schools Information
Elementary School: Little Milligan
Middle Or Junior School: Little Milligan
High School: Cloudland
Location Information
Directions: From HWY 321 turn onto Poga Road (by Elk Mills Store). Take a left and a right across Elk River to stay on Poga Rd a total of 1.8 miles to driveway on right.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,985
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Carter County
APN: 070 09801 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Schools
Cloudland Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.1mi
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Cloudland High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 91° expected this year, 26 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$828,000 – $1.00M
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