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  • $849,000

    520 Briarcliff Road, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604

    3beds
    1,236sqft
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    $4,819/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1974
    3,484 Square Feet Lot
    $811,300 Zestimate®
    $687/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy mountain ambianceInviting living spacesTwo separate living levelsRound chaletThree bedrooms
    Experience the charm of mountain living in this one-of-a-kind round chalet with sought-after ski-in/ski-out access on the slopes of Sugar Mountain. Just five minutes from downtown Banner Elk, this unique property offers the perfect blend of mountain adventure, convenience, and investment potential.With approximately 1,500 square feet, the home is thoughtfully designed with two separate living levels that can be rented together or independently, providing exceptional flexibility for short-term rentals or multi-generational use. Together, the property offers three bedrooms, inviting living spaces, and the cozy mountain ambiance guests and owners alike are looking for.Currently participating in a successful rental program, this property is ready to continue as an income-producing investment or become your personal mountain retreat. Recent improvements include a metal roof and hot water heater replaced in 2023 and new exterior siding in 2025. Enjoy four-season recreation just outside your door. Sugar Mountain offers skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, mountain biking, golf, tennis, hiking, and scenic chairlift rides, while the restaurants, shopping, wineries, breweries, and attractions of Banner Elk are only minutes away.Whether you’re searching for a vacation home, an investment property, or both, this distinctive Sugar Mountain chalet offers a rare opportunity in one of the High Country’s most desirable resort locations.
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    Listed by:

    Sarah Lyons Berry (828)386-6047,

    828 Real Estate

    Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 263382MLS LogoOriginating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s)
      Cooling
      • Ductless, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Furnished, Second Kitchen
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Vented, Propane
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,509
      • Total interior livable area: 1,236 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 510
      • Finished area below ground: 726
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway, Gravel, Private
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Multiple
      • Exterior features: Gravel Driveway
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Ski Area
      Lot
      • Size: 3,484 Square Feet
      • Features: Ski In /Ski Out
      Details
      • Additional structures: Living Quarters
      • Parcel number: 18570758303200000
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Chalet/Alpine
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1974

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Golf, Skiing
      • Subdivision: Sugar Mountain
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Banner Elk

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $687/sqft
      • Annual tax amount: $2,586
      • Date on market: 7/25/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $811,300

        $771,000 - $852,000

        $2,331/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/25/2026Listed for sale$849,000+41.5%$687/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #263382 Report a problem
        4/13/2022Sold$600,000-11.1%$485/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #235214 Report a problem
        3/12/2022Pending sale$675,000$546/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #235214 Report a problem
        3/4/2022Listed for sale$675,000$546/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #235214 Report a problem
        1/17/2022Pending sale$675,000$546/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #235214 Report a problem
        1/14/2022Listed for sale$675,000+132.8%$546/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #235214 Report a problem
        7/29/2020Sold$290,000$235/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #221993 Report a problem
        7/1/2020Pending sale$290,000$235/sqft
        Source: Clickit Realty #221993 Report a problem
        5/30/2020Listed for sale$290,000$235/sqft
        Source: Clickit Realty #221993 Report a problem
        5/26/2020Pending sale$290,000$235/sqft
        Source: Clickit Realty #221993 Report a problem
        5/24/2020Listed for sale$290,000$235/sqft
        Source: Clickit Realty #221993 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28604

        Getting around

        7 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        2 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Banner Elk
        • High: Avery County

        Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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