Welcome to 197 Cherry Knob, a mountaintop masterpiece in the prestigious, gated Wolf Laurel community, where luxury and comfort meet in a 5,300 acre natural sanctuary, surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest, SE Trust Land and the Mars Hill Watershed. This custom-designed retreat offers an open-concept layout with sweeping long-range mountain views from nearly every room. Designed for effortless everyday living, the main level features three spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bath, providing privacy and refinement for residents and guests alike. The light-filled great room flows onto a full-length deck, ideal for entertaining, dining al fresco, or quiet mornings above the clouds. An elevator connects all levels, leading to a lower-level haven with stylish bar and wine cellar, a second primary suite with lavish ensuite and generous walk-in closet, plus a dedicated office with custom built-ins and full bath. Home offered turn key.
Set in Wolf Laurel, residents enjoy a true four-season lifestyle surrounded by cool high-elevation air, protected mountain vistas, and abundant recreation. Optional Village Club membership provides access to the pool, sports courts, pickleball, tennis, playground, outdoor pavilion, stocked trout pond, and event center. Optional Wolf Laurel Country Club membership adds an acclaimed 5-star golf course, 24-hour fitness center, restaurant, and bar. Enjoy 50 miles of internal hiking trails, or step onto the Appalachian Trail from multiple community access points. Be sure to take advantage of the new Hatley Ski Resort with year-round dining at Smoke & Timber and a downhill bike park slated for spring 2026. Everyday conveniences can be found close by in the nearby towns of Mars Hill (15 minutes), Weaverville (25 minutes), Burnsville (20 minutes) Asheville (45 minutes), and Johnson City, TN (45 minutes). Both with regional airports. Come see why they call us the Jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountain.
***This home is located within The Ridges HOA governance which does not allow short or long term rentals***
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$1,305,000
197 Cherry Knob Dr, Mars Hill, NC 28754
4beds
3,607sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
1.45 Acres Lot
$1,305,300 Zestimate®
$362/sqft
$3,443 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,305,300
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Elevator connects all levelsOpen-concept layoutLight-filled great room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carrie Lee Hoffman carrieleehoffman@remax.net,
RE/MAX Executive
Bought with:
Jennifer Campbell-Overbeeke
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4271284
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Main
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Basement
Bedroom s
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), See Remarks
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bar entertainment
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Basement
Dining area
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Storage
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Basement
Other
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Elevator, Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Screen Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Basement Garage Door,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Outside, Propane, Wood Burning, Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,199
- Total interior livable area: 3,607 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,199
- Finished area below ground: 1,408
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits, Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Hallway(s)
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Wrap Around
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.45 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 986100997846000
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hardboard Siding, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Game Court, Gated, Golf, Picnic Area, Playground, Pond, Putting Green, Recreation Area, Rooftop Terrace, Ski Slopes, Sport Court, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails, Other
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Wolf Laurel
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $6,000 annually
- HOA name: The Ridges Home Owner Association
Location
- Region: Mars Hill
- Elevation: 4000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $362/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $697,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,977
- Date on market: 6/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 171 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $1,305,000-10%$362/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4271284 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$402/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4271284 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $1,450,000$402/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4271284 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$402/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4271284 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,977 | $697,700 |
| 2024 | $3,977 +36.8% | -- |
| 2023 | $2,908 | $447,380 |
| 2022 | $2,908 | $447,380 |
| 2021 | $2,908 | $447,380 |
| 2020 | $2,908 | $447,380 |
| 2019 | $2,908 | $447,380 |
| 2018 | $2,908 | $447,380 |
| 2017 | $2,908 | $447,380 |
| 2016 | $2,908 | $447,380 -29.9% |
| 2015 | $2,908 -17.1% | $638,000 |
| 2014 | $3,509 | $638,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $638,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $638,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $638,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $638,000 |
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Neighborhood: 28754
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