Spectacular High Country Mountain Retreat with Unmatched Privacy & Character
Escape to the beauty and tranquility of this completely renovated, approximately 2,900-square-foot mountain retreat. Built in 1976 and thoughtfully renovated and completely updated while preserving its timeless character, this exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers privacy, generous living spaces, and breathtaking panoramic mountain views. Set on a level, privately enveloped lot surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife, it provides the perfect setting for peaceful year-round living or a memorable mountain getaway.
Inside, warm hardwood floors, rich wood accents, tile in the kitchen and bathrooms, expansive new windows, and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere throughout. The impressive open-concept floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, making the home ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
The inviting huge family room is a true showpiece, featuring vaulted ceilings, with exposed wood beams, and large windows and doors that showcase the surrounding mountain landscape. This beautiful family room also offers wood flooring, custom built-in cabinetry, and a beautiful stone built, wood burning fireplace, creating a warm and distinctive gathering space.
The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful private retreat with hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and generous proportions. Two additional bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations for family and guests, while the oversized laundry room includes a built-in office area, providing a convenient space for working from home.
The 1740 square-foot walk-out basement adds tremendous flexibility and storage. With high ceilings, windows, a built-in workbench, and a walk-out double door, this expansive lower level is ideal for a workshop, home gym, recreation or media room, hobby space, or additional storage.
A detached 3-car garage provides exceptional versatility and room for vehicles, ATVs, mountain equipment, recreational toys, or a workshop.
Outdoor living is equally impressive. A sprawling covered and open patio provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining, morning coffee, and entertaining in any season. An expansive wood deck shaded by a magnificent mature tree offers a private front-row seat to spectacular mountain vistas.
Nature surrounds the property, with established landscaping, butterfly bushes, hummingbirds, fireflies, and the soothing sounds of frogs and local wildlife creating a peaceful mountain experience.
Property Highlights:
• Approximately 2,900 sq. ft. renovated living space
• Nearly 1,800 sq. ft. walk-out basement
• Spacious laundry room with built-in office
• Panoramic, unobstructed mountain views
• Hardwood flooring and brick/stone architectural details
• Home itself sets on a mostly level, private lot surrounded by mature trees
• Detached 3-car garage
• Covered patio, open patio, and expansive trex decking
• Abundant wildlife and established landscaping
Driveway and parking area has been freshly paved up to the home. This home is completely furnished and all contents will convey.
There is high quality internet with Starlink available that will remain.
There is a complete Generac back up power system that will come on within a minute of loosing power.
There is a newer private well that provides that best mountain water.
Taxes are reasonable at approximately 1300 per year.
Ideally situated in the High Country, this secluded retreat is just a short scenic drive from Newland, Linville, Banner Elk, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, Boone, and Blowing Rock. Enjoy nearby waterfalls, hiking, skiing, golf, fine dining, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and countless four-season outdoor adventures.
This is a rare opportunity to own a private mountain retreat offering spectacular views, exceptional space, character, and versatility—all in one unforgettable property.
Active
$875,000
455 Avery Ln, Newland, NC 28657
3beds
2,901sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
1 Acres Lot
$817,800 Zestimate®
$302/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Breathtaking panoramic mountain viewsCompletely renovatedEstablished landscapingAbundant natural lightVaulted ceilingsWarm hardwood floorsRich wood accents
- 31 days
- 219
- 6
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dotty Allen dotty@foothillshomesandland.net,
Foothills Homes and Land, LLC,
Ricky Poteat,
Foothills Homes and Land, LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4420126
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18' 0" X 20' 0"
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room, Inside, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Attic Other, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Basement Shop,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Other,Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Propane, Wood Burning, Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,901
- Total interior livable area: 2,901 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,901
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Rear Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 179.27 x 232.41 x 173.67 x 281.43
- Features: Green Area, Hilly, Level, Private, Wooded
Living quarters
- Secondary features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 1804004045
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full, Stone
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well, Other - See Remarks
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Newland
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $302/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $334,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,336
- Date on market: 9/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 31 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Exclusions: none
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$817,800
$777,000 - $859,000
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000-12.1%$302/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/26/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000+373.8%$343/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2016 | Sold | $210,000$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,336 | $334,100 |
| 2024 | $1,336 | $334,100 |
| 2023 | $1,336 | $334,100 |
| 2022 | $1,336 +5.8% | $334,100 +45.5% |
| 2021 | $1,263 | $229,600 |
| 2020 | $1,263 | $229,600 |
| 2019 | $1,263 +11.6% | $229,600 +11.6% |
| 2018 | $1,132 -17.2% | $205,800 -17.2% |
| 2017 | $1,367 | $248,600 |
| 2016 | -- | $248,600 |
| 2015 | $1,112 | $248,600 |
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Neighborhood: 28657
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crossnore
- Middle: Avery County
- High: Avery County
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.



