Perched above the 12th fairway of Mount Mitchell Golf Club, this beautifully crafted three-story contemporary home offers an exceptional mountain retreat with proven income potential. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and set on a double lot, the property captures long-range views while a gentle creek flows along the lower portion of the land.
Designed for comfort and flexibility, the home features 5 spacious bedrooms accommodating up to 14 guests— for multi-generational living or continued use as a short-term rental. A full basement adds valuable living and storage space, while the thoughtfully planned interior showcases quality craftsmanship. The home is enhanced by tasteful furnishings and décor, and has been successfully operated as a short-term rental.
Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the nearby South Toe River and take advantage of the area’s outdoor lifestyle. With access to multiple rivers for fishing and kayaking, plus proximity to some of the highest peaks east of the Rockies—including Mount Mitchell—this location is a haven for hiking, mountain biking, and year-round adventure.
Whether you're seeking a mountain escape, an investment property, or both, this one-of-a-kind home delivers space, scenery, and strong rental history in a highly desirable setting. Sloping of floors and retaining wall back of driveway have shifted. Home has an engineer report attached and seller is having repairs completed by Mid May. Documents and Invoice of repairs in Documents section.
For sale
Price cut: $45K (7/28)
$720,000
965 Winterstar Loop, Burnsville, NC 28714
5beds
3,025sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
0.95 Acres Lot
$686,100 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$29/mo HOA
What's special
Captures long-range views
- 118 days
- 337
- 26
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
DJ DeMoranville (828)773-5918,
Keller Williams High Country,
Nick Rouse 336-705-0505,
Keller Williams High Country
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 261730
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Ductless, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Upper Level
Features
- Furnished, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Factory Built, Gas, Propane
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,274
- Total interior livable area: 3,025 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,025
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Attached, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course
Lot
- Size: 0.95 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 074504813469000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Basement, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit 5 or More Bedroom
- Water: Community/Coop, Shared Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: Mount Mitchell Lands
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $350 annually
Location
- Region: Burnsville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $533,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,058
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$686,100
$652,000 - $720,000
$4,132/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $720,000-5.9%$238/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4379086 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $765,000-1.3%$253/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #261730 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000-0.4%$256/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #261730 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2025 | Listing removed | $778,000$257/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4247933 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Price change | $778,000-2.5%$257/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4247933 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $798,000+27.7%$264/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4247933 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2022 | Sold | $625,000$207/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,121 | $533,500 |
| 2024 | $3,121 +24.7% | -- |
| 2023 | $2,503 | $376,390 |
| 2022 | $2,503 | $376,390 |
| 2021 | $2,503 | $376,390 |
| 2020 | $2,503 | $376,390 |
| 2019 | $2,503 | $376,390 |
| 2018 | $2,503 | $376,390 |
| 2017 | $2,503 | $376,390 |
| 2016 | $2,503 | $376,390 -21.3% |
| 2015 | $2,503 -7.4% | $478,160 |
| 2014 | $2,702 | $478,160 |
| 2013 | -- | $478,160 |
| 2012 | -- | $478,160 |
| 2011 | -- | $478,160 |
| 2010 | -- | $478,160 |
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Neighborhood: 28714
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Outside of Area
- High: Mountain Heritage
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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